Budrio Carnival - Masks for all tastes
The children's street carnival in the historic center of Budrio
About Budrio Carnival
The children's Carnival in Budrio
The Budrio Carnival is one of the most beloved events of winter in the Municipality of Budrio, a town in the Bolognese plain in Emilia-Romagna. It is a child-friendly street carnival, which transforms Piazza Filopanti and the streets of the historic center into a large festive space, with masks, colorful costumes, and lots of entertainment for the whole family.
A party for the little ones
The heart of the event is the masked parade, followed by the traditional award ceremony for the most beautiful masks. Around the square, attractions multiply: magic shows, baby dance, face and glitter tattoo stations, bubble machines and giant bubbles, jugglers, themed costumed entertainers, and fire shows. There are also carousels, inflatables, and craft stalls that make the day an adventure for the little ones.
The flavors of Carnival
Between one mask and another, stalls offer typical seasonal sweets: roasted chestnuts, crepes, cotton candy, candies, and sweets of all kinds. Refreshment stands complete the offering, allowing families and visitors to spend the entire afternoon in the square amidst confetti and streamers.
A Carnival with a message
In recent years, the Budrio Carnival has also combined celebration with an educational theme. The 2026 edition, titled "Maschere per tutti i gusti" (Masks for all tastes), focused on food and world cuisines to raise awareness about multiculturalism and integration among peoples, involving local schools. A way to transform the Carnival tradition into an opportunity for meeting and growth for children.
In the heart of Budrio
The event takes place in the historic center of Budrio, around Piazza Filopanti and the surrounding squares and streets, in a cozy and welcoming setting typical of the villages of the Emilia plain. Promoted by Pro Loco Budrio in collaboration with the Municipality, the Carnival is one of the events that best represent the community spirit of this town in the province of Bologna.
Budrio Carnival — edition 2026
The Budrio Carnival 2026 was held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, enlivening the historic center of the Municipality of Budrio with the usual masked party dedicated to children. The chosen theme, "Maschere per tutti i gusti" (Masks for all tastes), focused on food and world cuisines to raise awareness about multiculturalism and integration among peoples.
Promoted by the Pro Loco Budrio in collaboration with the Municipality, the day combined the traditional masked parade with numerous activities for children and families spread across Piazza Filopanti and the streets of the center, involving local schools. There were also the typical Carnival sweets and moments of play that characterize each edition.
Programme Budrio Carnival 2026
Masked parade in the historic center and award ceremony for the most beautiful masks. Program for children and families with: entertainment and baby dance, face and glitter tattoo stations, giant bubbles, jugglers and themed costumed entertainers, fire shows, carousel and inflatables, craft stalls. Edition theme: "Maschere per tutti i gusti" (Masks for all tastes), dedicated to food, multiculturalism, and integration among peoples.
Highlights Budrio Carnival 2026
- Theme "Maschere per tutti i gusti" (Masks for all tastes) on world cuisines
- Masked parade and award ceremony for the most beautiful masks
- Entertainment, jugglers, and fire shows
- Stalls with typical Carnival sweets
Prices Budrio Carnival 2026
Practical information — Budrio Carnival
Where it takes place
The Budrio Carnival is held in the historic center, with its heart in Piazza Filopanti and the surrounding streets and squares of the Municipality of Budrio (province of Bologna).
How to get there
By car: Budrio can be reached from Bologna along the SP5 San Vitale (about 20 km). By train: Budrio station is served by the Bologna-Portomaggiore railway line. On festival days, it is advisable to use parking lots outside the center, as some streets may be closed to traffic for the parade.
Admission
Access to the activities in the square is generally free. Any purchases at stalls and refreshment stands are at your own expense.
Information
Pro Loco Budrio (Budrio Welcome) - tel. +39 051 0220499 - email [email protected]
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Where does it take place — Budrio Carnival
Piazza Filopanti