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in the category "Carnivals". Takes place February 21, 2023 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 20, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 20, 2023 to February 22, 2023 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 19, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 18, 2023 to February 26, 2023 in Tarazona de la Mancha, Spain.
Carnival of Tarazona de la ManchaThe Carnival of Tarazona de la Mancha is one of the brightest carnivals in Spain. It is held every year a week before Lent -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 18, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 18, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 18, 2023 to April 2, 2023 in Dade City, USA.
Bay Area Renaissance FestivalThe Bay Area Renaissance Festival is one of the first Renaissance fairs of the year in the US. It takes place in Tampa, Florida -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 18, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 18, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 18, 2023 to February 22, 2023 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 18, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 18, 2023 to February 22, 2023 in Las Tablas, Panama.
Las Tablas CarnivalThe Las Tablas Carnival is probably the most famous Carnival celebration in Panama. It is held in the capital of Los Santos Province -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 17, 2023 to February 22, 2023 in Nazaré, Portugal.
Carnival of NazaréThe Nazaré Carnival is one of the most popular Carnival celebrations in Portugal. It is held in a small fishing town and seaside resort -
in the category "Exhibitions". Takes place from February 17, 2023 to February 26, 2023 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 "Carnivals". Takes place from February 17, 2023 to February 26, 2023 in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.
Carnival of Santa Cruz de TenerifeThe Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is widely regarded as the second most popular carnival celebration in the world after the Rio Carnival -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 17, 2023 to March 11, 2023 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 17, 2023 to February 22, 2023 in Panama City, Panama.
Panama CarnivalAlthough the most famous Carnival in Panama takes place in Las Tablas, Carnival in Panama City is pretty popular too -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 17, 2023 to February 25, 2023 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Rio CarnivalThe Rio Carnival is the largest Carnival celebrations in the world. It attracts about 2 millions spectators every day -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 17, 2023 to February 22, 2023 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 "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 17, 2023 to February 26, 2023 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 "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 17, 2023 to March 19, 2023 in Adelaide, Australia.
Adelaide FringeThe Adelaide Fringe is an annual arts festival held in Adelaide, South Australia. It is the largest arts festival in the Southern Hemisphere -
in the category "Other". Takes place from February 17, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 17, 2023 to February 25, 2023 in La Bañeza, Spain.
Carnival of La BañezaThe Carnival of La Bañeza is one of the most famous carnivals in Spain. It is held every year in the province of León -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 17, 2023 to March 18, 2023 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
Hong Kong Arts FestivalThe Hong Kong Arts Festival is one of the largest cultural festivals in Asia. It is held every year in February and March -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 17, 2023 to February 21, 2023 in Valletta, Malta.
Maltese CarnivalThe Maltese Carnival is held every year before Lent. The largest celebration is held in Valletta but the Nadur Carnival is also pretty famous -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 17, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2023 to February 26, 2023 in Cádiz, Spain.
Carnival of CádizThe Carnival of Cádiz is one of the most famous Carnival celebrations in Spain, it is best known for its satirical groups -
in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from February 16, 2023 to February 26, 2023 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 16, 2023 to February 26, 2023 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 16, 2023 to February 22, 2023 in Mainz, Germany.
Mainz CarnivalThe Mainz carnival in one of the biggest carnival celebrations in Germany. It starts on November 11 and ends on Ash Wednesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2023 to February 22, 2023 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 "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2023 to February 22, 2023 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 16, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2023 to February 21, 2023 in Warsaw, Poland.
Warsaw CarnivalThe Warsaw Carnival begins on the Thursday before Ash Wednesday. Unlike many other cities, Warsaw doesn't host an official parade -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2023 to February 22, 2023 in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Düsseldorf CarnivalThe Düsseldorf Carnival is one of the three largest Carnival celebrations in Western Germany, alongside the ones in Mainz and Cologne -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 16, 2023 to February 22, 2023 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 16, 2023 to February 22, 2023 in Aachen, Germany.
Aachen CarnivalThe Aachen Carnival is one of the most famous Rhenish Carnivals in Germany. It was inaugurated in the early 19th century -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2023 to February 22, 2023 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 16, 2023 to February 22, 2023 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 16, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 16, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 16, 2023 to February 21, 2023 in Ivrea, Italy.
Carnival of Ivrea (Battle of the Oranges)The Carnival of Ivrea is one of the most spectacular Carnival celebrations in Italy. It is known for its Battle of the Oranges -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2023 to March 16, 2023 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 February 16, 2023 to February 22, 2023 in Cologne, Germany.
Cologne CarnivalThe Cologne Carnival is one of the largest and most spectacular Carnivals in Germany and the entire Europe. It begins on the Thursday before Ash Wednesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 16, 2023 to February 22, 2023 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 16, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 "Exhibitions". Takes place from February 16, 2023 to February 26, 2023 in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS)The Indonesian International Motor Show (IIMS) is an annual automotive exhibition held in the Indonesian capital of Jakarta. It was founded in 1986 -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2023 to February 22, 2023 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 "Carnivals". Takes place from February 15, 2023 to February 22, 2023 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, 2023 to February 22, 2023 in Mazatenango, Guatemala.
Carnival of MazatenangoThe Carnival of Mazatenango is the largest carnival celebration in Guatemala. It lasts for eight days, ending on Ash Wednesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 15, 2023 to February 22, 2023 in Tarragona, Spain.
Carnival of TarragonaThe Carnival of Tarragona is one of the largest and most famous carnivals in Spain, it takes place annually before the Lenten season -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 15, 2023 to February 22, 2023 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 15, 2023 to February 26, 2023 in Funchal, Portugal.
Carnival of MadeiraThe Carnival of Madeira is one of the brightest and most famous carnivals in Portugal. It takes place in the city of Funchal -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 13, 2023 to February 22, 2023 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 "Food Festivals". Takes place from February 11, 2023 to February 26, 2023 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 11, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 10, 2023 to February 26, 2023 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, 2023 to February 22, 2023 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 10, 2023 to March 5, 2023 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 February 10, 2023 to February 23, 2023 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 10, 2023 to March 5, 2023 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 5, 2023 to March 5, 2023 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 5, 2023 to March 5, 2023 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 "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 4, 2023 to April 2, 2023 in Apache Junction, USA.
Arizona Renaissance FestivalThe Arizona Renaissance Festival is held every February and March in a Renaissance-themed amusement park near Apache Junction -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 4, 2023 to February 25, 2023 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 "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 4, 2023 to March 26, 2023 in Deerfield Beach, USA.
Florida Renaissance FestivalThe Florida Renaissance Festival is an annual Renaissance fair held in Deerfield Beach, Florida. It was inaugurated in 1993 -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 4, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 February 4, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 February 3, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 3, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 "Carnivals". Takes place from February 1, 2023 to February 27, 2023 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 "Other". Takes place from February 1, 2023 to March 5, 2023 in Baguio, Philippines.
Panagbenga FestivalPanagbenga Festival is one of the most spectacular flower festivals in the world. It is held every February in Baguio, the Philippines -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 28, 2023 to February 21, 2023 in Ovar, Portugal.
Carnival of OvarThe carnival of Ovar is one of the largest and most popular carnivals in Portugal. It has been held regularly since 1952 -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 17, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 17, 2023 to February 27, 2023 in Patras, Greece.
Patras CarnivalThe Patras Carnival is the largest and most famous carnival celebration in Greece. The Carnival season begins on January 17 and runs through Clean Monday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 17, 2023 to February 26, 2023 in Manfredonia, Italy.
Manfredonia CarnivalThe Manfredonia Carnival is one of the most popular Carnivals in Apulia, Italy. It begins on January 17 and ends after Fat Tuesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 17, 2023 to February 22, 2023 in Rijeka, Croatia.
Rijeka CarnivalThe Rijeka Carnival is the largest carnival event in Croatia. The carnival seasons begins on January 17 and culminates on the Sunday before Ash Wednesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 15, 2023 to March 26, 2023 in Limoux, France.
Carnival of LimouxThe Carnival of Limoux is one of the longest running and most famous carnivals in France. It was inaugurated in 1604 -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 7, 2023 to February 25, 2023 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 January 7, 2023 to February 22, 2023 in Oranjestad, Aruba.
Aruban CarnivalThe Aruban Carnival is traditionally held during the pre-Lenten season. It begins in January and lasts until Ash Wednesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 6, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 6, 2023 to February 21, 2023 in St. Louis, USA.
St. Louis Mardi GrasThe St. Louis Mardi Gras Festival is one of the largest Mardi Gras celebrations in the US. It was founded in the early 1980s -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 6, 2023 to February 21, 2023 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 December 26, 2022 to February 21, 2023 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 -
in the category "Other". Takes place from December 10, 2022 to February 26, 2023 in Kyiv, Ukraine.
Winter Wonderland at VDNGWinter Wonderland at VDNG takes place in the Expocenter of Ukraine (Kyiv) every holiday season from late November/early December to late February/early March -
in the category "Fairs". Takes place from November 29, 2022 to February 28, 2023 in Moscow, Russia.
GUM Christmas Fair at Red SquareThe biggest and most popular Christmas market in Moscow takes placed in front of the GUM shopping mall at Red Square
Festivals for February 21, 2023
Today, on February 21, 2023, our calendar presents 90 festivals. There are festivals in 7 categories that take place in 89 cities of 46 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!
