Illustrative photo Busójárás Mohács 2027 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
Busójárás in Mohács runs from 4 to 9 February 2027. This UNESCO-listed winter carnival brings masked Busós, a dramatic Danube boat crossing, giant bonfires and authentic Hungarian folk tradition to the streets of southern Hungary. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Eupen Carnival 2027 – Rose Monday Parade, Program & Visitor Guide
From 4 to 8 February 2027, Eupen in the German-speaking Community of Belgium celebrates its traditional Rhineland-style carnival. The highlight is the Rose Monday parade on 8 February from 12:30 at Werthplatz, featuring over 60 groups, floats and brass bands. Free admission.
Illustrative photo Lucerne Fasnacht 2027 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
Lucerne Fasnacht 2027 takes place from 4 to 9 February in the Old Town. With over 350,000 participants, it is Switzerland's biggest carnival. Highlights include the Fritschi Parade, the Wey Parade and the closing Monster Corso with around 80 Guggenmusik bands. Free admission for most events.
Illustrative photo Torres Vedras Carnival 2027: Portugal's Most Satirical Carnival
Torres Vedras Carnival is known as Portugal's most satirical and most Portuguese carnival: floats packed with sharp political commentary, Matrafonas, Cabeçudos and Zés Pereiras turn this city north of Lisbon into a week of true grassroots festivity. Note: the exact 2027 dates have not yet been officially confirmed.
Illustrative photo Madrid Design Festival 2027: Program, Exhibitions and Dates
Madrid's tenth Design Festival turns the city into a design capital with exhibitions, talks and installations across dozens of venues.
Illustrative photo Cologne Carnival 2027: Dates and Highlights of the Fifth Season
Cologne Carnival 2027 runs from Weiberfastnacht on February 4 to Ash Wednesday on February 10. The fifth season turns the whole city into a free, days long street party, peaking on Rosenmontag.
Illustrative photo Carnival of Cádiz 2027: Dates and Street Festival Program
The Carnival of Cádiz 2027 runs from February 4 to 14, filling the entire old town with parades, the pregón and countless chirigotas. The official competition at the Gran Teatro Falla has already been running since early January.
Illustrative photo Malta Carnival 2027 – Valletta Parade, Program & Visitor Guide
Malta Carnival 2027 runs 5–9 February in Valletta. Join one of Europe's oldest carnival traditions with giant floats, grotesque masks, competitive dances and free street parades through the baroque Old Town, closing with the grand finale in Floriana.
Illustrative photo Fiestas del Almendro en Flor 2027 – Almond Blossom Festival in Tejeda, Gran Canaria
The Fiestas del Almendro en Flor 2027 in Tejeda, Gran Canaria, celebrate the almond blossom from 5 to 7 February with folklore, local sweets and traditional dances. This free street festival takes place at Plaza del Socorro and the main streets of the mountain village.
Illustrative photo Carnaval de Águeda 2027 – Portugal's Sweetest Carnival & Visitor Guide
From 6 to 9 February 2027, Águeda comes alive with colourful street parades, samba rhythms and vibrant costumes for one of Portugal's most charming carnival celebrations. Free entry.
Illustrative photo Caretos of Podence Carnival 2027: Pagan Tradition in Northern Portugal
From 6 to 9 February 2027, the village of Podence in northern Portugal celebrates its legendary, UNESCO recognized Carnival. Witness the masked Caretos in vivid woolen costumes, the loud clanging of cowbells and a fiery finale burning.
Illustrative photo Cwarmê Carnival, Malmedy, Belgium 2027: Dates, Parade & Guide
Cwarmê 2027 in Malmedy, Belgium, runs from 6 to 9 February through the historic town centre. Belgium’s oldest carnival combines the Sunday parade, 15 traditional masks and satirical street theatre. Admission is free.