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.
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From 11/02 to 01/03/2026 daily.
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Corso Carnavalesque d'Aqui - Carnaval de Nice
Daytime carnival parade with local folk troupes.
Le Grand Charivari - Carnaval de Nice
The Grand Charivari will take place on Rue Richelmi, in front of the Maison du Carnaval, as part of the final preparations. A large, popular and festive gathering with numerous activities (DJ, distribution of braids, dancing and music).
Carnaval de Nice - Batailles de Fleurs
Floats decorated with floral arrangements form an elegant procession, where characters with extraordinary costumes, music, scents and colours mingle for the pleasure of the eyes!
Carnaval de Nice - Corso illuminé d'ouverture
Around our foreign Carnival guest of honor, troupes, dancers and marching bands gather to offer a unique representation of the DNA of the Nice Carnival.