Events, Festivals and Exhibitions
Along with the Venice Carnival, the Viareggio Carnival or Carnevale di Viareggio is one of the largest carnivals in Italy. Held in the Tuscan...
The Basel Carnival is part of the city’s cultural identity. For three days the city goes wild. The largest carnival in Switzerland, it was added to the UNESCO intangible cultural heritage list in 2017
Set on the glamorous Cote d’Azure, the Nice Carnival (Carnaval de Nice) is one of the largest and most famous carnivals in the world. Many of the world’s top film
Juxtapose one of the most beautiful cities in the world alongside one of the most colourful and exciting carnivals globally and it has to be a winning formula. Masked costumed
Nestled in the heart of Italy's Aosta Valley, the Coumba-Frèide region comes alive each winter with a Carnival that is as rich in history as it is in vibrant festivities.
The Cologne Carnival, Fastelovend or 'Fasteleer' in the local dialect is one of the biggest street carnivals in Europe. The Carnival will be from 27 February to 5 March. Officially, the
Yes, we have all heard of Carnival in Rio, but what about a Carnival in the part of Brazil where the influence of African culture is at its strongest? The Bahia Carnival held...
Having recently earned the title of Top Destination in the Caribbean in the 2025 Travellers’ Choice Awards, Aruba promises visitors more than just pristine beaches and turquoise waters. Venture beyond
The Rio Carnival Brazil (Rio Carnaval) is the biggest and greatest celebration on Earth. While locals know where to go and what to do; however, as it’s a big Latin American city, the rules are...
The Panama Carnival (or el Carnaval de Panama in Spanish) is the biggest celebration of the year in the Central American nation. Here’s how it’s done. Bring your water pistol.
Get ready to be swept away by a whirlwind of vibrant colours, pulsating music, and infectious energy! The Dominican Republic Carnival is an immersive cultural explosion, promising an unforgettable experience
Eerie, identical wax masks, colossal ostrich plume hats, confetti in churches and orange throwing: the medieval Carnaval de Binche (or Binche Carnival) is like no other in the world. In
Cape Town in South Africa is a vibrant hub of culture and creativity. At the heart of the city's festivities is the Cape Town Carnival, an iconic Cape Town event that ignites joy and unity through creativity.
A traditional religious parade Romerias de Mayo Holguin Cuba has added modern touches, with artists from Mexico, Canada, France and, of course, Cuba. A week of colourful parades and a
Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant explosion of music, dance and cultural expression at the Bermuda Carnival. This electrifying event promises to paint the island in a kaleidoscope
This June will see the 33rd Annual Parade the Circle as well as the Circle Village at the Wade Oval Cleveland. The festival starts the summer in the Circle season.
Part of a packed programme of events held each year on the island to the south of England, this year the Isle of Wight Mardi Gras will have the theme of the story of the carnival
Anguilla’s biggest party returns from 21 July – 11 August 2024. The Anguilla Summer Festival will turn the Caribbean island technicolour with music parades and boat races – topped off
The August Bank Holiday weekend can really only mean one thing in London - the Notting Hill Carnival. The largest free street festival in Europe runs from the Saturday to Monday of the long weekend
Costa Rica values its diversity and the Limon Carnival is probably the biggest party enjoyed by its Afro-Caribbean community. Held in Puerto Limon in the province of Limon, the carnival
