Dunkirk Carnival

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The famous Dunkirk’s carnival runs every year, in the winter. The locals and many tourists take over the town’s streets to celebrate France’s noisiest and colorful celebration. It includes dozens of street parades with marching bands, competitions, music, traditional food, and drink.

Country

France, Northern France

Approx. Duration

Several days

Accessibility Level

Accessibility Level – Medium

Local Currency

Euro

Price Level

Min. Price

Free

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Address

Dunkirk, France

Spoken Languages

France (formal), English spoken by most of the population

Recommended Age

Adults, Seniors

Pricing Details

Free

Electricity

220V

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Additional Information

The festivities run from January to March with a series of events on weekend days in Dunkirk and nearby villages. The climax of the carnival takes place on the ‘Trois Joyeuses’ (Three Joyful Days) before Ash Wednesday (a Christian holy day of prayer and fasting). During these days, Sunday to Tuesday, the town of Dunkirk embraces an atmosphere of excitement and celebration.

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The festivities run from January to March

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