one of brazil's best-known celebrations is of course carnival but the festivities don't only take place in rio de janeiro, they spread through the entire country and búzios is no different - spontaneous street parties kick off down the rua das pedras with shopkeepers and homeowners setting up stalls selling great food and drink. 

colorful decorations and neighborhood-specific celebrations are par for the course, with revelries peaking during the five days immediately before ash wednesday - all night parties also attract revelers in the many clubs and bars in the town and the beaches are utilized as huge natural dance floors by visitors and locals alike so expect to have fin during this time.