Illustrative photo Maastricht Carnival 2027 – Vastelaovend, Boonte Störrem & Visitor Guide
Maastricht Carnival (Vastelaovend) 2027 runs from 7 to 9 February. The highlight is the Boonte Störrem parade on Sunday at 13:33, crossing the Sint Servaasbrug to the Vrijthof. Three days of free street carnival with brass bands, spectacular costumes and the whole city dressed in red, yellow and green.
Illustrative photo Cologne Rose Monday Parade 2027 – Program, Route & Visitor Guide
On 8 February 2027, the <strong>Cologne Rose Monday Parade</strong> rolls through the city centre under the motto "Tomorrow is what you make of it". Around 12,000 participants, over 300 tonnes of sweets and 1.5 million spectators make this one of Europe's most spectacular Carnival events.
Illustrative photo Düsseldorf Carnival Rose Monday 2027 – Parade, Program & Visitor Guide
The Düsseldorf Rose Monday Parade on 8 February 2027 starts at 12:22 from Corneliusstraße. Around 8,000 participants, up to 100 floats including the legendary Jacques Tilly satire wagons, and half a million spectators celebrate under the motto "Karneval – grenzenlos vereint!" Free admission.
Illustrative photo Nice Carnival 2027 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
From 9 to 28 February 2027, Nice hosts its legendary carnival under the theme "Vive l'Amour" with giant floats, illuminated night parades and the iconic flower battle on the Promenade des Anglais. Over 420,000 visitors attended in 2026. Tickets from free with a costume.
Illustrative photo Bamberg Carnival Parade 2027: Date and Route
The Bamberg carnival parade takes place on Shrove Tuesday, February 9, 2027, starting around 1:33 pm in the city center. This free parade of colorful floats and costume groups traditionally draws thousands of visitors into Bamberg's old town.
Illustrative photo Nice Carnival 2027 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
Nice Carnival 2027 runs from 9 to 28 February under the theme "Vive l'Amour". Experience giant floats, spectacular flower battles and dazzling illuminated night parades at Place Masséna and the Promenade des Anglais. Tribune tickets from around €23.
Illustrative photo Bärner Fasnacht 2027: Carnival in Bern's Old Town
Bärner Fasnacht 2027 takes place from February 11 to 13 in Bern's old town. Unlike Zurich's Sechseläuten, this is a true carnival with the Bärebefreiig ceremony, Guggenmusik bands, Schnitzelbank recitals and a grand parade, all free to attend.
Illustrative photo Basel Carnival 2027 – Morgenstreich, Cortège, Program & Visitor Guide
Basel Carnival 2027 runs from 15 to 17 February. Switzerland's largest carnival begins with the Morgenstreich at 4:00 AM, followed by the Cortège parade, Guggenmusik concerts, Schnitzelbängg evenings and a lantern exhibition at Münsterplatz. Free admission for all spectators.
Illustrative photo Las Fallas Valencia 2027 – Program, Dates & Visitor Guide
Las Fallas Valencia 2027 runs from 1 to 19 March. Experience the daily Mascletà at 2:00 PM, the Ofrenda flower procession on 17 and 18 March, the Nit del Foc fireworks on the night of 18 March, and La Cremà on 19 March when over 750 monumental sculptures burn simultaneously. UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Illustrative photo Laetare de Stavelot 2027: Carnival of the Blancs Moussis in Belgium
The Laetare de Stavelot takes place from March 6 to 8, 2027, in Stavelot. This centuries old carnival featuring the legendary Blancs Moussis is one of the most famous folk festivals in the Belgian Ardennes and is free to attend.
Illustrative photo St. Patrick's Festival Dublin 2027 – Parade, Program & Visitor Guide
St. Patrick's Festival Dublin is Ireland's biggest national celebration, expected to run from 13 to 17 March 2027. Join hundreds of thousands of visitors for the world-famous parade on O'Connell Street, live music, street theatre and citywide events. Many events are free to attend.
Illustrative photo King's Day Amsterdam 2027 – Koningsdag, Program & Visitor Guide
On 27 April 2027, Amsterdam celebrates King's Day (Koningsdag) with one million visitors: the iconic Vrijmarkt from 06:00, boat parties on the canals, Kingsland Festival at the Olympisch Stadion and free street parties across the entire city.