If you have the impression that the whole world's a carnival, nowhere is that more true than San Diego, California! The city closes down the streets of Gaslamp Quarter for a mega Mardi Gras carnival celebration on Tuesday, March 8, 2011 that the public is invited to, but then there's another event going on produced in Brazilian style. The 19th annual Brazilian Carnival Mardi Gras Ball at Showcase Theater on Saturday, March 5 includes Brazilian singers / performers, and costumed dancers presented in the style seen in Brazil each year.

Held in 2011 "In Loving Memory of Steve ‘Baiano' Spencer", the event honors the founder of San Diego Brazil Carnival who no longer lives in life, but is remembered by those who had the privilege of knowing him and his passion for "Brazil".

Entertainment includes:

Spectacular Samba Parade with Sol e Mar Bateria & Beautiful Samba Dancers to create the Spirit of Carnavale.

Stunning Samba Show by Rais Brazil with Celebrity Guest Fernanda Rocha - Meet Fernanda Rocha at the 19th Annual San Diego Brazil Carnival. Fernanda is the newest cast member on the original and most viewed OC Reality TV Series. This Hot Brazilian fitness instructor and entrepreneur has taken the OC by storm. She is the REAL deal!

The Beating Heart of Carnival, Explode Caracao

Maracatu & Jangada - Together the Alfaia, Abe, and the Gongue create a sound that moves the soul, lifts the spirit, and shakes the ground!

Super Sonic Samba School will bring a fun, festive & high-energy Parade to kick off the 19th Annual San Diego Brazil Carnival! This group was created in the spirit of traditional Samba schools from throughout Brazil.

Brazilian Productions Presents 19th Annual SAN DIEGO BRAZIL CARNIVAL @ 4th & B Showcase Theater.
Don't miss out on the Free Raffle for your chance to Win A Round Trip to Brazil!! Courtesy of Copa Airlines.
BRAZILCARNIVAL.COM - Info: 619.224.4684. Tickets Also Available at Brazil By The Bay: 3770 Hancock Street, San Diego, CA 92110, VIP Reserved Seating: 619.850.6349 / brittany_cook@hotmail.com