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Nice Carnival

Carnaval de Nice (late-Feb)

Don’t miss the vibrant and exciting Carnaval de Nice! Not only one of the oldest carnivals of its kind in the world, it is also one of the best known, ranking alongside those at Rio de Janeiro, Venice and New Orleans.

Lasting two weeks around the end of February, the Carnival consists of a succession of floral parades known as batailles des fleurs and other events, effectively creating an extended street party. On Mardi Gras there are fireworks and a bonfire

Origins of the Carnival

The first Carnival took place in medieval times for a visit by the Count of Provence. Subsequently events were held after the Lenten Fast right up to the Revolutionary period (end of the 18th and early 19th Century). In 1830 it returned to honour King Charles Félix. Furthermore it celebrated the County of Nice's association with the Kingdom of Sardinia-Piedmont.

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Nice Carnival

Carnaval de Nice (late-Feb)

Origins of the Carnival

Winter: Dec, Jan & Feb