Budrio Carnival

The Carnival that colors the squares of Budrio

The Budrio Carnival is one of the most beloved festivals of the Budrio winter: every year, between late January and the first days of March, the center of this Municipality in the Metropolitan City of Bologna, in Emilia-Romagna, transforms into a large space for games and celebration. It is organized by Pro Loco Budrio in collaboration with the Municipality of Budrio and local schools, in an event designed primarily for children and their families.

A masked parade through the streets of the town

The highlight is the parade of masks, which crosses the streets and squares of the center: in the 2026 edition, the procession started from Piazza Antonio da Budrio to reach Piazza Filopanti, the monumental heart of the town. Children, teenagers, and adults parade in their costumes, often prepared in the preceding weeks during workshops in kindergartens and primary schools.

Entertainment, sweets, and awards

A program full of entertainment for the little ones revolves around the parade. In various editions, there are:

• entertainment, baby dance, and shows for children;
• balloon twisting, face painting, giant bubbles, and jugglers;
• stalls with sweets, cotton candy, crêpes, and roasted chestnuts;
• the award ceremony for the best costumes at the end of the festival.

Each year, the Pro Loco chooses a theme that serves as a common thread: from attention to the environment and sustainability to multiculturalism and integration between peoples, as expressed in the 2026 edition with the slogan "Masks for all tastes".

A community celebration

More than a grand carnival with floats, Budrio's is an authentic village festival, strongly linked to schools and local associations. It's the perfect opportunity to discover the historic center of Budrio, with its beautiful Piazza Filopanti, and experience the genuine atmosphere of a tradition that involves the entire town in the Bolognese plain every year.