The most important event on the French Riviera and one of the largest carnivals in the world, offering a programme of unforgettable entertainment, from 12th to 28th February 2010.

The carnival processions, comprising 20 floats telling the story of the “Blue Planet” work their way up to a crescendo of gigantic decorations on the Place Masséna. 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 battles” are part of the carnival not to be missed. On floats decorated with the most stunning floral compositions, extravagantly dressed characters throw out mimosas, gerberas, and lilies into 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!

2010 Programme

Friday 12th February
9:00 pm Opening Festivitiies
free entrance

Saturday 13th February
2:30 pm Flower Parade
25€ in reserved seating /
10€ entrance Promenade des Anglais
9:00 pm Parade of lights
25€ in reserved seating /
10€ entrance Place Masséna/free entrance outside Place Massena

Sunday 14th February
2:30 pm Carnival Parade
20€ in reserved seating /
10€ entrance Place Masséna/free entrance outside Place Massena

Tuesday 16th February – Mardi-Gras
2:30 pm Carnival Parade
20€ in reserved seating /
10€ entrance Place Masséna/
free entrance outside Place Massena
From 5:00 pm Carnival entertainment
Free entrance Place Masséna

Wednesday 17 February
2:30 pm Flower Parade
25€ in reserved seating /
10€ entrance Promenade des Anglais

Saturday 20th February
2:30 pm Flower Parade
25€ in reserved seating/
10€ entrance Promenade des Anglais
9:00 pm Parade of lights
25€ in reserved seating /
10€ entrance Place Masséna/free entrance outside Place Massena

Sunday 21st February
2:30 pm Carnival Parade
20€ in reserved seating /
10€ entrance Place Masséna/free entrance outside Place Massena

Tuesday 23 February
9:00 pm Parade of lights
20€ in reserved seating /10€ entrance Place Masséna
free entrance outside Place Massena

Wednesday 24 February
2:30 pm Flower Parade
25€ in reserved seating /10€ entrance Promenade des Anglais

Saturday 27 February
2:30 pm Flower Parade
25€ in reserved seating/10€ entrance Promenade des Anglais
9:00 pm Parade of lights
25€ in reserved seating /10€ entrance Place Masséna /
free entrance outside Place Massena

Sunday 28 February
2:30 pm Carnival Parade
20€ in reserved seating /10€ entrance Place Masséna
entrance outside Place Massena
From 7pm Closing festivities
followed at 9pm by the incineration of the King and fireworks
free access, standing only

Programme subject to modification.