A week of masks, workshops, and the grand parade in town
The Garbagnate Carnival is the event that brings color and joy to the streets of Garbagnate Milanese, a town in the northwest hinterland of Milan. For a week, the calendar is filled with creative workshops, shows, and entertainment dedicated to children, held in youth centers, the municipal library, and town squares.
The heart of the celebration is the masked parade, which starts from Piazza del Mercato and ends in Piazza della Croce, accompanied by music. Here, a show of circus-theatre, cabaret, and DJ sets comes to life, followed by the awarding of prizes for the most beautiful masks.
Organized by the Municipality of Garbagnate Milanese with the support of the Pro Loco, local associations, and youth centers, the Garbagnate Carnival is a widespread and free event designed to involve the entire community. It's a way to gather in the squares and experience the carnival tradition together in the heart of the Milan metropolitan area.
The 2026 edition of the Garbagnate Carnival takes place from February 13 to 21. During the week, there will be mask-making workshops, shows for children, and entertainment in various city venues. The grand finale is on Saturday, February 21, with the masked parade (starting at 2:00 PM), from Piazza del Mercato to Piazza della Croce, followed by a circus-theatre, cabaret, and DJ set show, and the awarding of prizes for the most beautiful masks. Free admission.
Streets and squares of Garbagnate Milanese (MI); parade from Piazza del Mercato to Piazza della Croce.
Free admission to all events.
Garbagnate Milanese is served by suburban railway lines from Milan (S lines towards Saronno/Novara). By car, it is connected to the Varesine and the A9 motorway.
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Piazza del Mercato e Piazza della Croce
Piazza del Mercato, 20024 Garbagnate Milanese