Limassol Carnival 2012

Thu Feb 16, 2012 to
Sun Feb 26, 2012

This is an All Day Event

Location

Multiple Locations
Limassol

Description

The Limassol Carnival is one of the most important events in Cyprus, related to the Dionysian Festivals of the classical antiquity. It is a joyful and colorful event that attracts both young and old, locals and visitors, making Limassol the carnival center of Cyprus.

The festivities will begin on Shrove Thursday (February 16th) with the entrance of King Carnival in town and will last for ten days. The Limassol Municipality organizes various events such as open-air parties, children’s parades and serenaders evenings.

Τhe Grand Carnival Parade on Sunday, February 26th, is the culmination of the carnival events. It will start at 13.30 from St. Nicholas roundabout and will proceed along Makarios III Avenue.

For the detailed programme click here