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in the category "Carnivals". Takes place February 17, 2026 in Vilnius, Lithuania.
Fat Tuesday in VilniusIn Lithuania, the celebration dedicated to the end of Shrovetide and the beginning of Lent is called Užgavėnės. It takes place on Fat Tuesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Guaranda, Ecuador.
Guaranda CarnivalThe Guaranda Carnival is one of the largest carnival celebrations in Ecuador. It is held every February in the city of Guaranda -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Roseau, Dominica.
Carnival of Dominica (Mas Dominik)The Carnival of Dominica is held on the Monday and Tuesday before Ash Wednesday. It is considered the most authentic Caribbean Carnival -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in San Pedro (Belize), Belize.
San Pedro Carnival in BelizeThe San Pedro Carnival is one of the few carnival celebrations held in Belize during the pre-Lenten period -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago.
Trinidad and Tobago CarnivalThe Trinidad and Tobago Carnival is one of the largest and most famous Caribbean Carnivals. The biggest celebration takes place in Port of Spain -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 15, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Aalst, Belgium.
Carnival of AalstThe Carnival of Aalst is one of the most famous Carnivals in Belgium, it was even declared a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 15, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
Haitian CarnivalHaitian Carnival has been celebrated every year since 1804. The biggest carnival celebration takes place in the capital city of Port-au-Prince -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 15, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Binche, Belgium.
Carnival of BincheThe Carnival of Binche is one of the oldest Carnivals in Europe, it was even declared the Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 15, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Fort-de-France, Martinique.
Carnival of MartiniqueThe Carnival of Martinique is one of the most spectacular Caribbean Carnivals. It starts on Shrove Saturday and ends on Ash Wednesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 15, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Maastricht, Netherlands.
Carnival of MaastrichtThe Carnival of Maastricht is one of the largest Carnival celebrations in the Netherland. It begins on the Sunday before Ash Wednesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 14, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Panaji, India.
Goa Carnival (Intruz)The Goa Carnival, also known as Intruz, is the only carnival celebration in India. It was brought here by Portuguese settlers -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 14, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Cerkno, Slovenia.
Laufarija Carnival in CerknoThe Laufarija Carnival is one of the most famous Carnival celebrations in Slovenia. It is held every February in the city of Cerkno -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 14, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Mobile, USA.
Mobile Carnival (Mobile Mardi Gras)The Mobile Mardi Gras is the oldest Carnival celebration in the United States. The Carnival season in Mobile begins in November and ends on Fat Tuesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 14, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Cajamarca, Peru.
Cajamarca CarnivalThe Cajamarca Carnival is the most famous Carnival in Peru; the city is even referred to as the Capital of Peruvian Carnival due to is boisterous festivities -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 14, 2026 to February 22, 2026 in Sciacca, Italy.
Carnival of SciaccaThe Carnival of Sciacca is the oldest carnival in Sicily and one of the most popular Carnivals in Italy. Its first mention is dated 1889 -
in the category "Food Festivals". Takes place from February 14, 2026 to March 1, 2026 in Menton, France.
Menton Lemon FestivalThe Menton Lemon Festival is one of the most spectacular festivals in France. It is held every February -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 14, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Barranquilla, Colombia.
Barranquilla CarnivalThe Barranquilla Carnival is one of the biggest Carnivals in the world, it was even declared as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 14, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Pensacola, USA.
Pensacola Mardi GrasPensacola Mardi Gras is one of the longest running Carnival celebrations in the United States. It takes place in Florida -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 13, 2026 to February 22, 2026 in Winnipeg, Canada.
Festival du VoyageurFestival du Voyageur is an annual festival dedicated to the Francophone cultural and heritage of Manitoba. It is held in Winnipeg -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 13, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Recife, Brazil.
Recife CarnivalThe Recife Carnival is one of the most famous Carnival celebrations in Brazil, it hosts the biggest carnival parade in the world -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 13, 2026 to March 7, 2026 in Wellington, New Zealand.
New Zealand Fringe FestivalThe New Zealand Fringe Festival is an annual arts festival held in Wellington. It was established in 1990 by BATS Theatre -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 13, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in São Paulo, Brazil.
São Paulo CarnivalThe São Paulo Carnival is one of the largest and most famous Carnivals in Brazil, its highlight is the samba school competition -
in the category "Other". Takes place from February 13, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Fuego AustralFuego Austral is the regional Burning Man event held in Argentina. The festival was founded in 2016 -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 13, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Torres Vedras, Portugal.
Carnival of Torres VedrasThe Torres Vedras is considered the most Portuguese Carnival in Portugal. It is held every February before the beginning of Lent -
in the category "Exhibitions". Takes place from February 13, 2026 to February 22, 2026 in Toronto, Canada.
Canadian International AutoShowThe Canadian International AutoShow held in Toronto, Ontario is the largest event of its kind in Canada, it attracts about 300,000 attendees -
in the category "Food Festivals". Takes place from February 13, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Turin, Italy.
CioccolaTÒ (Turin Chocolate Festival)CioccolaTÒ (Turin Chocolate Festival) was established in 2003 to promote the chocolate industry of Piedmont. It focuses on artisan chocolate -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 12, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Salvador, Brazil.
Bahian CarnivalBahian Carnival is one of the most spectacular Carnivals in Brazil. It is held in the city of Salvador every February -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 12, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Solsona, Spain.
Carnival of SolsonaThe Carnival of Solsona is one of the most popular annual events in Catalonia. It has been held every year since 1971 -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 12, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Bonn, Germany.
Bonn CarnivalThe Bonn Carnival is one of the brightest examples of the traditional Rhenish Carnival. It begins on Fat Thursday and ends on Ash Wednesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 12, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Mazatlan, Mexico.
Carnival of MazatlanThe Carnival of Mazatlan is one of the largest carnivals in Mexico as well as the longest-running Carnival celebration in the country -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 12, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Bellinzona, Switzerland.
Bellinzona Rabadan CarnivalRabadan is one of the most famous carnival celebrations in Switzerland, it takes place in the city of Bellinzona, the capital of Ticino -
in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from February 12, 2026 to February 22, 2026 in Berlin, Germany.
Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale)The Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) is one of the world's major international film festivals. It was inaugurated in 1951 -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 12, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Sitges, Spain.
Sitges CarnivalThe Sitges Carnival is one of the most popular carnival celebrations in Catalonia and the entire Spain. It dates back to the 19th century -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 12, 2026 to February 22, 2026 in Limassol, Cyprus.
Limassol CarnivalThe Limassol Carnival is one of the brightest cultural events in Cyprus. It starts 12 days before the beginning of Lent -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 12, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Monthey, Switzerland.
Carnival of MontheyThe Carnival of Monthey is the oldest and largest Carnival in the French-speaking part of Switzerland. It begins on the Thursday before Mardi Gras -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 12, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Mohács, Hungary.
Busójárás (Mohács Carnival)The Busójárás is a world famous carnival held in Mohács, Hungary. It is on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 12, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Ponce, Puerto Rico.
Carnaval de PonceCarnaval de Ponce is one of the most famous carnival celebrations in Puerto Rico. It is also the oldest Carnival in the Western Hemisphere -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 12, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Vilanova i la Geltrú, Spain.
Carnival of Vilanova i la GeltrúThe Carnival of Vilanova i la Geltrú is the most famous carnival in Catalonia. Its roots date back to the late 18th century -
in the category "Fairs". Takes place from February 12, 2026 to February 22, 2026 in Havana, Cuba.
Havana International Book FairThe Havana International Book Fair is one of the largest book fairs in Latin America and a major cultural event in Cuba -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 11, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Hillsborough, Grenada.
Carriacou and Petite Martinique Carnival (Kayak Mas)The Carriacou and Petite Martinique Carnival is held on the island of Carriacou, Grenada. It is notable for its unique tradition name Shakespeare Mas -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 11, 2026 to February 28, 2026 in Nice, France.
Nice CarnivalThe Nice Carnival is one of the largest carnival celebrations in Europe and arguably in the entire world. It takes place every February -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 10, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Cerknica, Slovenia.
Cerknica CarnivalThe Cerknica Carnival is one of the largest and most famous carnivals in Slovenia. It is known for its unique customs and traditions -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 9, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Oruro, Bolivia.
Carnival of OruroThe Carnival of Oruro is one of the most famous Carnivals in Latin America. It was even proclaimed a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 7, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Marigot, Saint Martin.
Saint Martin CarnivalThe Saint Martin Carnival is held every February or March on the French side of the Caribbean island of Saint Martin -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 7, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Ptuj, Slovenia.
Kurentovanje Carnival (Carnival of Ptuj)The Kurentovanje Carnival is one of the most famous festivals held in Slovenia. It takes place every February in the city of Ptuj -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 6, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Galveston, USA.
Mardi Gras! GalvestonMardi Gras! Galveston is one of the largest Mardi Gras celebrations in the United States. It takes place in Galveston, Texas -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 6, 2026 to March 1, 2026 in Perth, Australia.
Perth FestivalThe Perth Festival is the longest running international arts festival, it was founded in 1953 by the University of Western Australia -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 1, 2026 to March 1, 2026 in Foiano della Chiana, Italy.
Carnival of Foiano della ChianaThe Carnival of Foiano della Chiana is one of the Italy's oldest and most famous carnival. It is held every February in Tuscany -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 1, 2026 to February 28, 2026 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
Carnival in the Dominican RepublicThe Carnival in the Dominican Republic lasts for the entire month of February and culminates on the country's Independence Day -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 1, 2026 to February 21, 2026 in Viareggio, Italy.
Carnival of ViareggioThe Carnival of Viareggio is one of the biggest and most popular carnival celebrations in Italy. It was founded in 1873 -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 1, 2026 to March 1, 2026 in Cento, Italy.
Carnival of CentoThe Carnival of Cento is one of the largest and oldest carnivals in Italy. It dates back to at least the 17th century -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 31, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Acireale, Italy.
Carnival of AcirealeThe Carnival of Acireale is considered the most beautiful carnival in Sicily. The event dates back to the 16th century -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 31, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Venice, Italy.
Carnival of VeniceThe Carnival of Venice is one of the largest and most famous carnival celebrations in the world. Its history dates back to the 12th century -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 23, 2026 to March 1, 2026 in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain.
Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran CanariaThe Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is one of the most spectacular carnivals in Spain, it is held on the Canary Islands -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 17, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in Massafra, Italy.
Massafra CarnivalThe Massafra Carnival is one of the most popular carnivals in Italy. It begins on January 17 and runs through Fat Tuesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 6, 2026 to February 17, 2026 in New Orleans, USA.
New Orleans Mardi GrasNew Orleans Mardi Gras is one of the most famous Mardi Gras carnivals in the United States. The Carnivals season begins on January 6 and ens on Fat Tuesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 6, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Cayenne, French Guiana.
Carnival in French GuianaThe carnival season in French Guiana begins on January 6 (the feast of Epiphany) and culminates on Shrove Tuesday (Mardi Gras) -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 6, 2026 to February 18, 2026 in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe.
Carnival in GuadeloupeThe Guadeloupe Carnival begins on January 6 and lasts through Ash Wednesday. Main festivities are held in Basse-Terre -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 3, 2026 to February 28, 2026 in Gualeguaychú, Argentina.
Gualeguaychú CarnivalThe Gualeguaychú Carnival is one of the largest and most famous carnivals in Latin America. It is held in Argentina every year -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from December 26, 2025 to February 17, 2026 in Putignano, Italy.
Carnival of PutignanoThe Carnival of Putignano is the oldest and longest-lasting carnival in Italy. It begins on December 26 and ends on Shrove Tuesday
Festivals for February 17, 2026
Today, on February 17, 2026, our calendar presents 60 festivals. There are festivals in 7 categories that take place in 60 cities of 36 countries. They attract thousands of locals and tourists from all over the world.
Trying to find the best vacation dates? Want to witness an exotic, unsual, thrilling festival? Want to know what is happening in the world right now? Our festival calendar will help you find out about the brightest and most exciting festivals that take place around the world! Among them, you will be able to choose an event that is just right for you!
