Brazilians welcome 2026 with nationwide celebrations

g1.globo.com (Portuguese)

Brazilians across the country celebrated the arrival of 2026 with public gatherings in streets, beaches, and squares. Major cities hosted large-scale events featuring fireworks, musical performances by artists like Carlinhos Brown and Ivete Sangalo, and drone shows. Celebrations occurred in locations from Rio Branco to Fortaleza, Recife, Salvador, Florianópolis, and Belo Horizonte. These festivities marked the transition into the new year, with many attendees expressing wishes for health, prosperity, and happiness.


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