SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP Binche Carnival 2026, from 15 to 17 February. Best events Belgium Binche Carnival 2026 WHERE: Binche, BelgiumWHEN: from 15th to 17th February 2026 There is no place like Binche, all over the world! If you were to come across any local inhabitants, this is what you might hear. Claim that could be risky, yet, the small Belgian town, with little more than 30000 anime, has managed to carve out a small space in the collective imagination. Merit to be ascribed to its renowned Binche Carnival, an exceptional popular human and social event. An event that has earned itself, in the 2003, the recognition of “Masterpiece of the oral and intangible heritage of humanity” by UNESCO. What makes Binche Carnival truly unique is its originality and authenticity, which has always distinguished it, and the strong commitment of family companies. Some costumes are really unique and among the oldest and most original. Photo ©, Antonio Ponte The Gilles they are the main characters of the Binche Carnival. They dance on the air of traditional carnival music, wearing wax masks. The Gilles of Binche come out only on Shrove Tuesday and have the obligation to respect certain rules. Among these, do not sit in public; do not move without the accompaniment of at least one drum player; being born in Binche … and other rules yet! The Binche Carnival takes place over three days, culminating with the celebrations of the Fat Tuesday. But the ceremony is not limited to these three days alone. Six weeks before the Carnival, the preparatory holidays begin, during which there will be musical and dancing shows, concerts and gala evenings. The penultimate Monday, before the Fat Tuesday, an appointment with the Trouilles de Nouille; some masked and costumed groups pick up a person without a costume, to take her to a cafe, or to a street in the center, and make jokes about him or her. Photo, 2010 Marie-Claire PRACTICAL INFO HOW TO GET Binche is a small Belgian town, about 32.000 inhabitants, in the Walloon province of Hainaut, not far from Charleroi. The best method to reach the town, and to attend the wonderful Binche Carnival is, without a doubt, the plane. Charleroi airport It is located only 32 kilometers from the city, and is well connected to the main European destinations. From the airport, you can also reach Binche by public transport. From South Charleroi, change at La Louviere-Sud and arrive at your destination. Obviously, directly at the airport, it is possible to rent a car. CARNIVAL PROGRAM OF BINCHE 2026 SUNDAY 15th FEBRUARY Appointment with the Gilles, the Peasants, the Pierrot and the Harlequin who will wear a fancy costume, imagined in the smallest details and prepared in the utmost secrecy. You will be able to admire their beauty and originality, while parading in small groups to the sound of the drum and the viola. At Eugène Derbaix Square, near the station, appointment for the Sunday procession. Accompanied by drums and brass, the bands join Wanderpepen Avenue and eventually divide into Charles Deliège Avenue. At the end of the procession, the companies continue to walk the streets playing music until late in the evening. MONDAY 16th FEBRUARY The Binche Carnival Day dedicated to young people and children. From the 10:00, the Youths come out in groups, accompanied by violas, walking the streets of the city, and dancing all morning. At 11.00, the spectacular confetti battles, organized in the center. At the 15:00, near the Grand Place, people are offered oranges. All the children in costume come together to form the “rondo of friendship”. At 19:00, fireworks shows and fireworks. TUESDAY 17th FEBRUARY The Binche Carnival comes alive. It is the day when you can see the Gilles in the city. Most of the time, Gille’s arrival at home is accompanied by a pipe or a clarinet melody. From the 08.30 the companies of Gilles, peasants, Arlecchino and Pierrot, meet in the Grand Place. At 15.00, departure of the procession from Battignies crossings. The parade, accompanied by percussions and music, parades through Charles Deliège Street to then reach the Grand-Place. During the procession, participants offer their oranges. At the 20.00, following the same afternoon path, there is the night procession. Towards the 21.00 approximately, grand finale of the Binche Carnival with fireworks. The festivities will continue, all night long, before dawn, with dancing and singing. WHERE TO SLEEP Binche is a small town, and as such, with a very limited supply of accommodation. It is practically impossible to find free accommodations during the Binche Carnival period. Easier to find solutions in La Louviére, just 7 kilometers away, or Fayt-lez-Manage, about 10 kilometers. From this link, all the best accommodation offers for Binche and surroundings. *All that is contained herein is for purely indicative purposes only and should not be considered official. Appointments may be subject to change. Therefore, we invite you to consult the official website for all updates. All trademarks and names contained herein belong to their respective owners. Related Latest Posts Map of the Place Share the Post
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SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP February events 2025. The best festivals and events worldwide Best February Events 2025 Dubai’s most anticipated gastronomic event. The most famous festival in the Land of the Rising Sun with thousands of men in loincloths. The most important Flamenco festival in the world… While preparations for Carnival are in full swing, February will also feature some top-notch events that will invade large capitals and small towns. Between art, music, culture and gastronomy, you will be spoiled for choice. BEST FEBRUARY EVENTS 2025 Cover of the month, however, for a truly unique and incredible event: the feast of Naked Man / Hadaka Matsuri, in Japanese Okayama. In this festival, in which over three hundred thousand spectators take part (!!!), you will witness an authentic race that will bring each contender to challenge pains, abrasions, bruises to be the chosen one. You will see the contenders trying to grab a branch that hangs from the ceiling to take the typical Mochi (traditional sweets). Not just one of the best February events 2025, but probably one of the most curious and incredible festivals in the world. You say Flamenco and you immediately think of Andalusia. Right here, this true form of art finds its maximum expression. If you want to attend the most important Flamenco festival in the world, you will have to stop in Jerez de la Frontera, a beautiful city in the heart of Andalusia, about 100km from the splendid Seville.Every year, the city hosts the Jerez Festival, an event that attracts numerous spectators and media from all over the country. This year it reaches its XXIX edition. It starts on Friday 21 February with Ballet Flamenco de Andalucia which inaugurates the festival with its evocative show “Pineda”, on a single date. Turning to gastronomy, on 08th and 09th Amsterdam hosts the unmissable Chocoa Festival, a festival that combines taste and sustainability. Two days of the fair and tastings, forums, workshops, academies and even award ceremonies await you at the Festival. And it is, of course, an excellent excuse to visit one of the most beautiful capitals in Europe!In the middle of the month, the 16 best restaurants in the city come together in the most anticipated gastronomic event of the year: Taste of Dubai. An event that combines gastronomy, entertainment and lots of good music, from morning until late evening.Appointment with the best starred chefs, with laboratories and workshops. Remaining, however, on the theme of Carnival, among the best events of February, certainly can not miss Venice. No city in the world, can better enhance the traditional costume party. It will be for its atmosphere. It will be for the evocative charm of the lagoon … There is no doubt that those who love this party, can certainly not miss the Venice Carnival. It is one of the most popular and appreciated events in the world. Equally unmissable, however, the beautiful choreography of Viareggio that transform the city into an outdoor carnival museum. Italy alone boasts an impressive list from north to south: from Ivrea, passing through Putignano, up to Acireale in beautiful Sicily. You will be spoiled for choice. Nice, on the other hand, will open its doors to visitors, starting from the second half of the month. Of course, the Carnival on the French Riviera represents one of the most important events of February; as well as one of the most anticipated events of the winter. In a scenic and evocative setting, over two weeks of shows, flower battles and absurd characters await you. And, if you have booked a holiday on the French Riviera, in this period, do not miss a trip to Menton, not far from Nice. The renowned Lemon Festival, It’s just as beautiful. But, do not talk about it: the two cities have always rivaled, and their inhabitants are rather jealous. We are sure that you will enjoy both parties. Every city, all over the world, has its inevitable party. Rio de Janeiro. Basel. Cadiz. From this link, the ideal ranking of the not to be missed carnival parties in the world. Even music lovers, this month, will have interesting alternatives to focus on. In Prague, the 14th and 15th, do not miss the Let It Roll Winter Festival, without a doubt, one of the most interesting events of February., as well, among the most important “Drum And Bass” Festivals in the world! *all information contained herein, including timetables and prices, is for informational purposes only and is not to be considered official. All names and trademarks herein belong to their respective owners. Related Latest Posts Share the Post