About this Event
Nice Carnival, the premier international Carnival in France, is the most important winter event on the Côte d’Azur. From February 9 to 28, 2027, the city of Nice will come alive with giant floats, costumed performers, music, dancing, and flowers. With a history stretching back centuries and a modern carnival tradition created in the 19th century, the Nice Carnival remains one of Europe’s largest and most spectacular winter festivals.
Date & Time
The Nice Carnival takes place from 9 to 28 February 2027, in the centre of Nice, on the French Riviera, with parades and events across three weeks, including daytime and evening parades.
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Venue & Location
The main parades take place around Place Masséna and along the Promenade des Anglais, in the heart of Nice. The central address is Place Masséna, 06000 Nice, France, with flower parades along the seafront Promenade des Anglais.
Staying overnight?
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Full programme
| Event | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| La Carnavalina (Free Street Carnival) | 13 February | 14:00–18:00 |
| Opening Parade of Lights | 13 February | 21:00 |
| Carnival Parade of Lights | 16, 20, 23 February | 20:30–22:00 |
| Flower Parade | 17, 20, 24, 27 February | 14:30–16:00 |
| Daytime Carnival Parade with Local Folk Groups | 21 February | 14:30–16:00 |
| Closing Carnival Parade of Lights | 27 February | 20:30–22:00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to help you plan your visit.
When is Nice Carnival 2027?
Nice Carnival 2027 takes place from 9 to 28 February 2027, in Nice, on the French Riviera. It runs for almost three weeks, making it one of the longest carnival celebrations in France.
What is the Nice Carnival, and why is it so famous?
Nice Carnival is the premier international Carnival in France and the most important winter event on the Côte d’Azur. It is famous for its giant satirical floats, its elegant flower parades, and its illuminated evening parades. Unlike many carnivals that last only a few days, Nice offers a full festival programme across three weeks, combining French Riviera sunshine, Mediterranean culture, and one of Europe’s great carnival traditions.
What are the Carnival Parades at Nice Carnival?
The Carnival Parades, known as the Corso Carnavalesque, are the main daytime parades of the festival. Giant floats, often humorous and satirical, travel through the centre of Nice, surrounded by dancers, musicians, street performers and costumed artists. They are the best way to experience the energy, colour and creativity of the Nice Carnival, and they take place on several dates throughout the festival.
What is the Flower Parade, the Bataille de Fleurs?
The Flower Parade is one of the most iconic and romantic events of the Nice Carnival. Beautifully decorated floats parade along the Promenade des Anglais, while performers throw thousands of fresh flowers, especially mimosa, to the spectators. It celebrates the flowers, sunshine and gardens of the Côte d’Azur, and it is a unique tradition that makes Nice Carnival different from any other carnival in Europe.
What happens at the end of Nice Carnival 2027?
The festival closes with the Closing Carnival Parade of Lights on Saturday 27 February, an evening illuminated parade through the centre of Nice. Traditionally, the carnival ends with the burning of the King, the symbolic carnival figure, followed by a fireworks display over the Bay of Angels. It is a spectacular finale to three weeks of parades, flowers, music and celebration in Nice.
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