Get an early start on Carnaval weekend at a traditional hip grinding, sweaty dance party at The Elbo Room. Hosted by Porreta Forró Nights, with guests including Brazillian Mangueway ensemble Mangue Express, Oakland's own Maracatu Pacifico and, of course, beloved resident DJ Carioca, it’s a great way to get loosened up before the weekend’s jam-packed events.