Cultural festivals are among the most powerful expressions of human creativity, identity, and tradition. Across continents, communities gather to celebrate their history, beliefs, and artistic heritage through music, dance, visual arts, and ritual.

A Haitian journalist, poet, and photographer who recently settled in Brazil, Joe Jean Charles recounts his discovery of Brazilian Carnival through two experiences: a local celebration in Santa Catarina and the popular frenzy of Salvador. Through his testimony, Carnival emerges as a living heritage, a space of Afro-descendant memory, and a cultural bridge between Brazil and Haiti.

This event has taken place. It was held on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

This event has taken place. The Olympic Winter Games were held from 6 to 22 February 2026 and the Paralympic Winter Games from 6 to 15 March 2026.

The events described in this article have taken place. Each year, before Lent, carnival brings music, color, and cultural pride to cities around the world.

This event has taken place. It was held from February 7 to 22, 2026.

On February 8, 2026, Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny took the stage at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. He was the headliner of the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show.