Carnival of Antony

The Carnival of Antony: a popular festival in the heart of Hauts-de-Seine

Antony is a municipality of 65,000 inhabitants in Hauts-de-Seine, one of the largest in the department. Dynamic, cultural, and well-served by transport, it has a dense associative and cultural life. The Carnival of Antony is one of the most anticipated festive events of the year by families and residents of all ages.

Espace Vasarely, heart of the carnival

The central venue for the Carnival of Antony is the Espace Vasarely, the town's cultural and sports complex located in the Baconnets district. It is from this space that the parades depart, that children's activities are organized, and where costumed associations gather. Espace Vasarely offers an ideal setting for the festival, with its indoor spaces for workshops and its forecourts for outdoor activities.

Costumed parades and processions

The carnival procession is the highlight of the Carnival of Antony. For several hours, costumed groups, decorated floats, musicians, and neighborhood associations parade through the streets of the town, creating an atmosphere of popular and colorful celebration. The costumes, often prepared in advance with the help of local associations, are an explosion of creativity: historical figures, fantastical creatures, annual themes chosen by the municipality.

The Children's Carnival

In 2025, the town of Antony celebrated its Children's Carnival on Sunday, February 2, 2025, in a musical and festive atmosphere. This event specifically dedicated to the youngest brings together children in costumes with their families for adapted activities: shows, games, face painting, creative workshops, and of course the grand costume parade. In 2026, the carnival returned on February 15, 2026, to Espace Vasarely for a new festive edition.

Festive activities and associations

The Carnival of Antony is also an opportunity for local associations to mobilize and offer activities: stands selling bugnes and Mardi Gras fritters, games for children, costume workshops, raffles. The Antony associative fabric is particularly active, and the carnival gives it exceptional visibility among residents.

A carnival in a culturally rich city

The Carnival is part of Antony's rich cultural offering. The town hosts quality events every year, including the Rencontres de Guitare d'Antony, the Marché de Noël d'Antony, and the Fête Nationale. The carnival, in its popular and festive dimension, is the natural complement to this program, which focuses on the diversity of cultural forms and accessibility for all.