[1] The Carnival draws root from candombe, Murga and tablados, which are forms of expression of Uruguayan culture through dance and music.

From its conception, the Uruguayan Carnival has evolved into a dance parade in which different comparsas, groups of street performers in Latin American festivals, play the drums and dance at the "Desfile Inaugural del Carnaval" and "Desfile de Llamadas" parade.

[3] In the mid-18th century, Afro-uruguayan enslaved people had one day off to celebrate their own culture and traditions to the rhythm of the drums of Candombe music.

Lyrical content is based on a particular theme, chosen by the group, which serves to provide commentary on events in Uruguay or elsewhere over the preceding year.

In addition, Escolas de Samba is also traditionally performed in the Carnival, principally in regions like Artigas and Montevideo.