The carnival in Rio de Janeiro (port carnaval carioca, carnaval do Rio, Rio carnaval) begins officially on Friday before Ash Wednesday in February and is the main event of the city. This bright parade of samba schools. Carnival is organized by the Ministry of Tourism of the city in conjunction with the League of Schools of Samba, as well as the TV companies that broadcast the show. Each samba school annually selects a specific topic, according to which it draws up its moving platform and suits. Then, details like rhythm, choreography, presentations, team consistency, etc. are prepared. Most parade participants have to save money for a whole year on a costume, which they carry in a carnival just a few hours.