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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 -
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 -
Takes place from January 24, 2026 to February 17, 2026 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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
Takes place from February 12, 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 -
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 -
Takes place from February 13, 2026 to February 17, 2026 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 -
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 -
Takes place from February 15, 2026 to February 17, 2026 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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
Takes place from February 6, 2026 to February 15, 2026 in Quebec City, Canada.
Quebec Winter CarnivalThe Quebec Winter Carnival is one of the largest winter carnivals in the world. It has been held every year since 1955 -
Takes place February 15, 2026 in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Fastelavn (Carnival in Denmark)Fastelavn is the term for Carnival in the historically Lutheran nations. It is celebrated in Denmark and other Nordic countries on the Sunday or Monday before Ash Wednesday -
Takes place from January 3, 2026 to February 15, 2026 in Oranjestad, Aruba.
Aruban CarnivalThe Aruban Carnival is traditionally held during the pre-Lenten season. It begins in January and lasts until Ash Wednesday -
Takes place from January 6, 2026 to February 14, 2026 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 -
Takes place February 7, 2026 in Austin, USA.
Carnaval Brasiliero in AustinCarnaval Brasiliero is an annual celebration of Brazilian culture held in Austin, Texas, The festival was inaugurated in 1975 -
Takes place from January 12, 2026 to January 14, 2026 in Vevčani, North Macedonia.
Carnival of VevčaniThe carnival of Vevčani is probably the most famous carnival celebration in Macedonia. It is held every year on January 13 and 14
Carnivals
AnydayGuide presents 145 festivals in the Carnivals category. Here you will find the most exciting events that take place in different corners of the world. Whether you’re planning a vacation, or just want to learn about various festivals held around the globe, AnydayGuide will provide the information you need.
