Masks, floats, and celebration for the whole community in the historic center of Medicina
When Carnival season arrives, the historic center of Medicina, a town in the Bolognese plain in Emilia-Romagna, fills with confetti, music, and colors. The celebration is concentrated in the Via Oberdan area (the basketball court), which for one afternoon becomes the stage for an event designed to involve the entire community: costumed children, families, masked groups, and curious onlookers gather here to experience the magic of the Medicina Carnival together.
The heart of the day is the parade of carnival masks and costumes, accompanied by traditional allegorical floats in an explosion of colors and imagination. The parade is open to everyone: anyone wearing a costume can take part, alone, as a couple, or in a group. Along the route, there are also stalls, games, and rides for children, while entertainment and animation also delight adults.
One of the most anticipated moments is the competition for the most beautiful and original mask and masked group. You can participate individually (1-2 people) or in a group (at least 3 participants); registration is free and must be done in advance via WhatsApp or email to the Pro Loco, indicating the contact person, the chosen theme, and the number of participants. At the end of the parade, a jury awards the single or couple mask and the masked group that have distinguished themselves for beauty and originality. All participants, however, receive a participation prize.
The Medicina Carnival is promoted by the Pro Loco of Medicina in collaboration with the municipal administration and is a genuine expression of the popular traditions of the province of Bologna. It is one of those festivals that strengthen community bonds, with the involvement of local schools and associations. Admission is free. However, it is an outdoor event: in case of bad weather, the initiative is canceled.
The historic center of Medicina hosted the 2026 edition of the Medicina Carnival in the Via Oberdan area (basketball court). The afternoon was enlivened by the parade of carnival masks and costumes, accompanied by allegorical floats, in an explosion of colors.
Free registration for the competition was required by Thursday, February 5, 2026, via WhatsApp (339 4031802) or email ([email protected]).
Free registration for the competition by Thursday, February 5, 2026, 9 PM, via WhatsApp 339 4031802 or email [email protected].
Via Oberdan area (basketball court), in the historic center of Medicina (BO), Emilia-Romagna.
By car: Medicina can be reached from the SP3 San Vitale which connects Bologna to Imola; ample parking is available in the streets surrounding the center. By train: Medicina station is served by the Bologna-Portomaggiore railway line, a few minutes' walk from the historic center.
Free admission. Participation in the mask competition is free, with mandatory advance registration.
Pro Loco di Medicina — WhatsApp +39 339 4031802, email [email protected]. The competition rules are available on the website of the Municipality of Medicina.
As this is an outdoor festival, check the forecast: in case of bad weather, the event will be canceled.
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Via Oberdan (campo da basket)
Via Oberdan, 40059 Medicina