Grandate Carnival
The Pro Loco's masked parade, on the outskirts of Como
About Grandate Carnival
The village Carnival on the outskirts of Como
The Grandate Carnival is the eagerly awaited masked event that enlivens this town in the province of Como every winter, just a few kilometres from the provincial capital. Organized by the Pro Loco Grandate, it takes place at the Area Feste del Campo Basket on Via Manzoni and is a festival designed primarily for children and families, following the Lombard carnival tradition.
Parade and awards for costumed children
The afternoon begins with the registration of the costumed children, followed by the parade of costumes and the awards for the most beautiful and original masks. This is the highlight of the festival, where the creativity of participants, both young and old, is showcased and rewarded, in a climate of joy and light-heartedness.
A festival for the whole community
The Grandate Carnival is one of the most cherished community events in the local calendar, the result of the Pro Loco's voluntary efforts. Amidst confetti, costumes, and fun, it brings the community together for an afternoon dedicated to celebration and tradition, in the heart of the province of Como.
Grandate Carnival — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Grandate Carnival celebrates its 50th anniversary. The festival takes place on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the Area Feste del Campo Basket on Via Manzoni, with the usual afternoon dedicated to costumed children, the parade, and awards for the most beautiful costumes, organized by Pro Loco Grandate.
Programme Grandate Carnival 2026
Program for Sunday, February 8, 2026 (50th Grandate Carnival):
- 2:00 PM — Event opening at Area Feste Campo Basket.
- 2:30 PM — Registration of costumed children.
- 3:30 PM — Parade of costumed children.
- 4:30 PM — Awards for the most beautiful costumes.
Highlights Grandate Carnival 2026
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Practical information — Grandate Carnival
Where
Area Feste Campo Basket, Via Manzoni, Grandate (CO), a few kilometres from Como.
When
An afternoon during the Carnival period, starting at 2:00 PM.
Admission
Free admission. Information: Pro Loco Grandate, +39 031 564248.
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Where does it take place — Grandate Carnival
Area Feste Campo Basket
Area Feste Campo Basket, Via Manzoni, 22070 Grandate