The 3 best carnivals in Belgium not to be missed
Updated June 18, 2024 by Pierre
Event in Brussels: 3 best carnivals in Belgium not to be missed
Belgium is a country where several carnivals are celebrated every year. It is a period of entertainment during which people dress up in masks to show their joie de vivre. So you are looking for the best carnivals in Belgium to attend? So we have compiled for you this list of the best carnivals in the different regions of Belgium. Read on to find out.
Keep reading to find out. With friends, or family with children, these events should please you
The 4 best unmissable carnivals in Belgium
We have compiled this list for you so that you can find these places without difficulty. Get informed to facilitate your participation and your best cultural experiences.
The carnival of Charleroi : the life you love
Do you want to participate in a great celebration and feed your spirit with wonder? Then this summer organization may concern you. People parade through the streets while dressing up and masking themselves. The city is overwhelmed by an indeterminate crowd. It is a great reinvented folkloric manifestation which is accompanied by these oranges, drums, fifes and other largely revolutionized instruments.
Date: From 1er March 2022 in Charleroi.
Carnival of Nivelles : the realities of living together
The Carnival of Nivelles is an unprecedented event that brings together all the inhabitants of the city. Soft and emotional music that accompanies people parading in the streets. The throwing of oranges and processions animate the city center and the neighboring streets of the region. One day is dedicated to the children's carnival.
Date: May 14-17, 2022 in Nivelles, Belgium.
The carnival of Tournai : discover and experience the symbol of Tournai
Each year, it is organized in the city of Tournai. It is an exciting and heartwarming event that will make you sink into joy. It takes place in an ergonomic and festive atmosphere, where the music is in full swing, all to make you enjoy a good tasting. Experience the imaginary scenes of men and women dressing up, dressing up in good humor and parading through the streets.
Date: September 16 to 18, 2022 in Tournai, Belgium.
The carnival of Saint-Gilles : Keep memories of an unforgettable stay
Want to join in a big party and feed your spirit of wonder? Then this summer organization could be for you. Take pleasure in following people parading in the streets, all disguised and masked. The city is invaded by an indeterminate mass. It's a big folk event reinvented, with oranges, drums, whistles and other large-scale instruments.
Date: From 1er March 2022 in Saint-Gilles, Brussels capital, Belgium.
The carnival of Grosse Biesse (Marche-en-Famenne): A tradition that arouses magnetism and comfort
This is one of the most important events in Marche-en-Famenne. It is therefore one of the most touristy periods in the city. This tradition continues to generate magnetism and remains the most attractive. Participation in the Marche-en-Famenne carnival to cultivate your civic spirit. Find comfort in a pleasant atmosphere and share beautiful moments with new friends.
Date: May 28 and 29, 2022 in Marche-en-Famenne, Belgium
The carnival from Arlon: Take advantage of festive and convivial moments
It is one of the biggest events held in the city. A very convivial moment of sharing for all lovers of Arlonai folklores. It is an ideal place to discover and enrich your culture. Make new friends and share your best moments in a hyper-trendy world. With exciting and motivating programs, it is truly ideal, especially with the family or to involve children.
Date: March 19, 2022 in Arlon, Belgium.
The carnival of Walk in the Famenne
The Grosse Biesse carnival stretches over practically a week which begins in the “intimacy” of the carnival-goers, on Thursday, with the presentation of the Grand Mautchî float… The other days follow… well filled!
The Carnival of the Grosse Biesse in Marche-en-Famenne aura take place the weekend of May 28 and 29, 2022, Ascension weekend.
The program:
- Friday: registrations on the windows and Biesse Evening
- Saturday: 4 highlights
- Sunday: procession and musical entertainment
- Monday: court and dinner
- Tuesday: Le Gugusse exit and burns
Carnivals outside Belgium
The carnival Rhenish : discover and live the symbol of the Rhenish tradition
It is always organized from the eleventh day of the eleventh month of each year. It is an exciting and emotional event. It takes place in an ergonomic and festive atmosphere. Men and women disguise themselves, mask themselves with good humor and parade through the streets.
Date: February 28, 2022 in Rhineland.
The carnival of Venice Brussels: make your adventure in the Venetian world
It is one of the most unmissable events in Venice. It is therefore one of the most touristy periods in the city. This tradition continues to awaken the magnetism and remains the most attractive. It is a festival that lasts about fifteen days. Participating in the Venice carnival strengthens one's civic spirit.
Date: from February 12 to 1er March 2022 in Venice.
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