Santarcangelo di Romagna Carnival

The Carnival of Santarcangelo di Romagna

The Carnival of Santarcangelo di Romagna is one of the most cherished events of the carnival season in Romagna. Every year, in the heart of winter, the medieval village in the province of Rimini fills with colors, music, and masks for the traditional parade of allegorical floats, attracting thousands of visitors from all over Emilia-Romagna.

The parade of allegorical floats

The heart of the event is the procession of about fifteen allegorical floats, built by local associations and masked groups. The parade winds through the streets of the historic center amidst confetti and streamers, distributing sweets and gadgets to children watching from the sidelines. Accompanying the floats are musical bands, stilt walkers, face painters, and entertainers, for an afternoon of pure fun.

An event for families

The Santarcangelo Carnival is designed primarily for families and children: masks, entertainment, music, and the unmissable ritual of the candy toss make the day a classic event to experience together. Each edition also features a special guest from the entertainment world, who livens up the party from the stage set up in the main square.

The village of Santarcangelo

The backdrop for the festival is one of the most beautiful villages in the province of Rimini: the Municipality of Santarcangelo di Romagna, with its squares (Piazza Marini and Piazza Ganganelli), alleys, tuff caves, and typically Romagnol atmosphere. The Carnival offers an opportunity to discover the historic center in its most festive guise, combining popular tradition with local exploration.

Organization

The event is organized by Pro Loco Santarcangelo, Città Viva Santarcangelo, and GM Group, with the support of the Municipality of Santarcangelo di Romagna. Admission to the festival is free and open to all.