Vigevano Carnival
Floats and masked party in the scenic Piazza Ducale
About Vigevano Carnival
Carnival in the Renaissance Square
The Vigevano Carnival takes place in the heart of the city, in the Province of Pavia, with the masked party invading the famous Piazza Ducale, a Renaissance jewel framed by arcades and the Bramante Tower. Organized by Vibes APS with the patronage of the Municipality of Vigevano, it is the event that opens spring with floats, music, and entertainment for families.
Floats and Square Shows
For safety reasons, the Vigevano Carnival does not feature a parade: the floats start from the depot on the outskirts and remain stationary in Piazza Ducale all afternoon, available for costumed children for photos and fun. Surrounding the floats, there are alternating cabaret shows, dance performances by local schools, and entertainment for all ages.
Shrove Tuesday at the Castle
The highlight is Shrove Tuesday, which moves to the Cavallerizza of the Sforza Castle: a day of celebration with baby dance, dance and music shows, live bands, DJ sets, food & drink, and a costume contest with prizes. In case of bad weather, the events in the square are moved indoors, also at the Cavallerizza.
Vigevano Carnival — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Vigevano Carnival, organized by Vibes APS with the patronage of the Municipality, took place on Sunday, February 15th, and Shrove Tuesday, February 17th, between Piazza Ducale and the Cavallerizza of the Sforza Castle.
Programme Vigevano Carnival 2026
Sunday, February 15th — Piazza Ducale
- From 2:30 PM — Cabaret with Max Cavallari, Harry Potter and country-themed floats, dance performances by Spazio Danza, Dance With Me, Urban Gravity, and MBM Country
- The floats remain stationary in the square all afternoon, available for costumed children for photos and fun
Shrove Tuesday, February 17th — Cavallerizza of the Castle
- From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM — Baby dance, dance and music shows, entertainment for all ages
- Live bands, food & drink, and costume contest with prizes
In case of bad weather, Sunday's events were moved to the Cavallerizza of the Castle.
Highlights Vigevano Carnival 2026
Prices Vigevano Carnival 2026
Practical information — Vigevano Carnival
When
During the Carnival period, between February and March (in 2026, Sunday, February 15th and Shrove Tuesday, February 17th).
Where
Piazza Ducale and Cavallerizza of the Sforza Castle (Via Rocca Vecchia), Vigevano (PV).
How to get there
Vigevano is connected by train to Milan and Pavia; the station is a few minutes' walk from the historic center. By car, you can reach it via the SS494 Vigevanese. Events in the square are free admission.
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Where does it take place — Vigevano Carnival
Piazza Ducale e Cavallerizza del Castello