The Madison Carnaval 2026 will take place on Saturday, February 21, at the Majestic Theater, marking the beginning of the second quarter-century of Brazilian musical culture in Madison. The event will feature performances by the Handphibians community bateria, Ótimo Dance, and Madison Capoeira, alongside various samba bands that have emerged from the local community over the past 25 years. This celebration aims to highlight the enduring legacy of Brazilian music and dance in the region.