Carnevale in Piazza
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Carnevale in Piazza

The Carnival of Roseto degli Abruzzi in Piazza della Repubblica

Roseto degli Abruzzi — Teramo (067)
Dates 17 Feb โ€” 17 Feb 2026
Location Roseto degli Abruzzi (067)
Prices Free
Status Finished

About Carnevale in Piazza

Carnevale in Piazza is the annual carnival event in Roseto degli Abruzzi, in the province of Teramo, bringing Piazza della Repubblica to life with costumes, children's entertainment, face painting, games, music, and dancing. Organized by the local municipality, this free-entry afternoon festival is designed for families and children, transforming the heart of the Abruzzo town into an open-air stage of color and joy.

Carnevale in Piazza in Roseto degli Abruzzi

Carnevale in Piazza is the signature carnival celebration of the Municipality of Roseto degli Abruzzi, located on the Teramo coast in Abruzzo. Every year during the carnival season, Piazza della Repubblicaโ€”the town's main square facing the Town Hallโ€”fills with costumes, confetti, and cheer, becoming a gathering point for adults and children alike to enjoy a day of shared celebration.

An afternoon of fun for families and children

The event is specifically tailored for children and families. The traditional program features children's entertainment, a costume parade, face painting stations, games, music, and dancing. Mascots and beloved children's characters are always present, accompanying the public throughout the afternoon in a joyful and engaging atmosphere.

Organized by the Municipality

The event is promoted by the Municipality of Roseto degli Abruzzi through the Department of Tourism, as part of the initiatives dedicated to children and families hosted by the town throughout the year. As noted by Tourism Councilor Annalisa D'Elpidio, Carnevale in Piazza is not just an event for the youth, but an opportunity for the entire Roseto community to come together and experience the spirit of the festival.

Free entry in the heart of Roseto

Carnevale in Piazza is an open-air, free-entry event held in the center of Roseto degli Abruzzi, easily accessible on foot from the seafront and the train station. The festival colors the town center with masks and costumes, establishing itself as one of the most anticipated appointments of the carnival season in the province of Teramo.

Carnevale in Piazza โ€” edition 2026

The 2026 edition of Carnevale in Piazza took place on Tuesday, February 17, Shrove Tuesday, starting at 3:00 PM in Piazza della Repubblica in Roseto degli Abruzzi, featuring children's entertainment, a costume parade, face painting, games, music, dancing, and a spectacular fire show.

Carnevale in Piazza 2026

The 2026 edition of Carnevale in Piazza was held on Tuesday, February 17, Shrove Tuesday, starting at 3:00 PM in Piazza della Repubblica in Roseto degli Abruzzi. The afternoon offered entertainment for children, a costume parade, face painting stations, games, music, and dancing, with mascots and characters beloved by the little ones.

The highlight of the day was the fire show, which brought the festival to a suggestive close. The event, promoted by the municipal administration and the Department of Tourism, was free to attend and involved the entire Roseto community.

Programme Carnevale in Piazza 2026

  • 3:00 PM โ€” Opening in Piazza della Repubblica
  • Children's entertainment and mascots
  • Costume parade
  • Face painting
  • Games, music, and dancing
  • Fire show

Highlights Carnevale in Piazza 2026

  • Shrove Tuesday in Piazza della Repubblica
  • Costume parade and face painting
  • Suggestive fire show
  • Free entry for families and children

Prices Carnevale in Piazza 2026

Free entry.

Practical information — Carnevale in Piazza

Location

Piazza della Repubblica, in the center of Roseto degli Abruzzi (TE), in front of the Town Hall.

How to reach us

Roseto degli Abruzzi is served by the railway station on the Adriatic line and by the Roseto degli Abruzzi motorway exit (A14). Piazza della Repubblica is within walking distance of the seafront and the town center.

Admission

Free entry event, suitable for families and children.

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Where does it take place โ€” Carnevale in Piazza

Piazza della Repubblica

Piazza della Repubblica, 64026 Roseto degli Abruzzi

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Carnevale in Piazza in brief

Street arts Folk traditions Folklore Family Children Outdoor Free Teramo