Nice Carnival
The main winter event on the French Riviera is one of the largest Carnivals in the world, offering a programme of unforgettable entertainment ... from 15th February to 6th March 2013.
The Carnival parades, made up of 20 floats, will be on the theme of the "King of the five continents".
These giant, colourful parades take place day and night, with entertainment provided by over 1,000 musicians and dancers from across the world.
In a unique setting, on the Promenade des Anglais, the elegant Flower Parades are part of the Carnival also not to be missed. On floats decorated with the most stunning floral compositions, extravagantly dressed characters throw out mimosas, gerberas and lilies to the public.
For over 15 days, the city hums to the rhythm of this genuine, fairy-tale event .. get a passport for the celebration and let the magic do its work ... come and forget the dullness of winter and take in the sun on the French Riviera.
Carnival Parade
Flower Parade
Parade of lights
2013 Programme and rates
For group rates and packages : see our Travel Trade page
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Friday 15th February |
8:30 pm | Opening festivities |
Free entrance |
| Saturday 16th February | 2:30 pm |
Flower Parade |
25 € in numbered seating 10 € in standing area |
| 9:00 pm |
Parade of Lights |
25 € in numbered seating 10 € in standing area |
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| Tuesday 19th February | 2:30 pm | Carnival Parade |
20 € in numbered seating 10 € in standing area |
| Wednesday 20th February | 2:30 pm | Flower Parade | 25 € in numbered seating 10 € in standing area |
| Saturday 23rd February | 2:30 pm | Flower Parade | 25 € in numbered seating 10 € in standing area |
| 9:00 pm | Parade of Lights | 25 € in numbered seating 10 €in standing area |
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| Sunday 24th February | 2:30 pm | Carnival Parade | 20 € in numbered seating 10 € in standing area |
| Tuesday 26th February | 2:30 pm | Carnival Parade | 20 € in numbered seating 10 € in standing area |
| Wednesday 27th February | 2:30 pm | Flower Parade | 25 € in numbered seating 10 € in standing area |
| Saturday 2nd March | 2:30 pm | Flower Parade | 25 € in numbered seating 10 € in standing area |
| 9:00 pm | Parade of Lights | 25 € in numbered seating 10 € in standing area |
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| Sunday 3rd March |
2:30 pm | Carnival Parade | 20 € in numbered seating 10 € in standing area |
| Tuesday 5th March | 9:00 pm | Parade of Lights | 25 € in numbered seating 10 € in standing area |
| Wednesday 6th March |
2:30 pm | Flower Parade | 25 € in numbered seating 10 € in standing area |
| 8:30 pm | Closing festivities |
Free entrance |
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| 9:30 pm | Incineration and fireworks display |
Free entrance |
- Special 2-event packages : (except on Saturdays)
35 € (Flower Parade + Carnival Parade or Night Carnival Parade in numbered seat) - Children’s rates :
0 to 5 years : Free of charge (access to reserved seating on parents lap : 1 child/adult)
6 to 12 years : 10 € numbered seat 5 € standing area - Rates for handicapped persons : (+ 1 accompanying person)
10 € numbered seat or reserved area