Carnaval de Nice 2026 "Vive la Reine"
The Nice Carnival, France's first international carnival, is the biggest winter event on the Côte d'Azur.
After decades of male rule, the time has come to celebrate femininity with an ambitious and symbolic theme: ‘Long live the Queen!" Nice will be buzzing to the rhythm of this carnival metamorphosis, rich in powerful messages and a tribute to the great heroines of history and fiction, the great female figures who have shaped the world.
Opening
From 11/02 to 01/03/2026 daily.
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