Gorizia Carnival

The Carnival of a border city

In Gorizia, Carnival is a celebration that knows no borders. For decades, Pro Loco Gorizia, with the support of the Municipality, has organised one of the city's most colourful events: the grand parade of allegorical floats and masked groups that crosses the historic centre, with thousands of masks also arriving from neighbouring Slovenia and the Karst region. Two bilingual speakers, in Italian and Slovenian, accompany the procession, highlighting the cross-border vocation of this border festival.

Floats, groups, and masks from two countries

The procession is the heart of the event: dozens of associations, including allegorical floats and walking groups, parade along the city streets to Piazza Vittoria, amidst music, confetti, and costumes. The Gorizia parade has always been an occasion for the Italian and Slovenian communities to meet, in a atmosphere of popular celebration that fills the city streets.

The Children's Carnival

Alongside the main parade, the Children's Carnival is dedicated to the youngest, with games, entertainment, and masks designed for families. A more intimate and joyful moment, making the Gorizia Carnival a celebration for all ages.

The Funeral of King Carnival

Concluding the festivities is the most spectacular and ironic tradition: the Funeral of King Carnival, the ritual that marks the end of the festival and the beginning of Lent. Amidst mock solemnity and cheerfulness, the city bids farewell to the Carnival sovereign, looking forward to the following year.