The official program for Rio de Janeiro’s street Carnival begins this weekend on January 17 and runs until February 22.

Rio’s tourism company Riotur reports that 462 parades are scheduled throughout the period, expected to attract around 6 million revelers, including locals and tourists, who will fill the streets, squares, and avenues across the city. A record 803 street parties are registered.

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“The start of the street Carnival marks a symbolic and very important moment for the city, when Rio reaffirms the value of this cultural expression that originates in the neighborhoods, occupies public spaces, and expresses the diversity, creativity, and identity of Rio’s residents. It is a pluralistic Carnival that brings together traditional celebrations and large street parties engaging with different audiences, ages, and parts of the city,” said Riotur President Bernardo Fellows in a statement.

The company also reports that this year’s street Carnival will have an extensive and decentralized schedule.

“The idea is to offer options for audiences of all ages and profiles – including street parties for children and families, in addition to those aimed at revelers seeking large gatherings, prominent musical attractions, and experiences with a strong cultural impact,” the statement reads.

Rio’s downtown area has the largest number of parades – a total of 135 scheduled performances – followed by the South Zone, with 99 parades, mainly on the Copacabana beachfront.