Great Carnival Festival

The children's carnival in the heart of the Valdichiana

The Great Carnival Festival is one of the most anticipated winter events in Castiglion Fiorentino, a medieval town in the Province of Arezzo, Tuscany. For a few afternoons, the elegant Corso Italia, the main artery of the historic center running between Porta Fiorentina and the Town Hall Square, fills with costumes, music, confetti, and laughter, becoming the undisputed kingdom for children and families.

A festival designed for the little ones

Unlike the large allegorical carnivals of Tuscany, there are no monumental floats here: the heart of the festival is street entertainment and fun for the youth. The most beloved moment is the Disney Parade, with Minnie and Mickey Mouse, Daisy and Donald Duck, Pluto, and many other cartoon characters walking among the public, posing for photos, and entertaining children along the entire Corso.

The Boscatello miniature train is a must-see, provided by the local club of the same name, which takes children on a tour of the historic center: a small rail adventure that attracts long lines of joyful children every year. To complete the afternoon, there are shows, games, music, and plenty of entertainment for all ages.

The Scoriandolata at Porta Fiorentina

The grand finale is the Scoriandolata, the massive shower of confetti and streamers held at Porta Fiorentina: a collective ritual that closes the day in an explosion of color and has become the symbol of the Castiglion Fiorentino Carnival. It is the moment when families, children, and masked revelers gather together to bid farewell to the festival.

A community celebration

The Great Carnival Festival is born from the collaboration between the Municipality of Castiglion Fiorentino, the Pro Loco, and the Natural Shopping Center, with the goal of enlivening the historic center, supporting local businesses, and creating a meeting point for families. Admission is free, and all you need is a mask to dive into the festive spirit of Shrove Tuesday and the last day of Carnival.

Castiglion Fiorentino, a village to discover

Taking advantage of the Carnival is also the perfect opportunity to visit one of the most charming villages in the Arezzo Valdichiana: the medieval Cassero, the Vasari Loggia, the churches, and the views over the Tuscan hills make Castiglion Fiorentino a fascinating destination in every season, and even more so when the historic center dresses up for the party.