Carnival in Montpellier, Hérault
Carnival parade in the streets of Montpellier with floats, music, and entertainment. This event contributes to the cultural and tourist dynamism of the municipality of Montpellier and the department of Hérault in Occitanie.
Carnaval de Montpellier is a must-attend event in the cultural life of Montpellier and the Hérault department, in Occitanie. Since its creation in 1894, this event has established itself as a benchmark for carnivals, attracting a loyal and curious audience each year.
Carnival parade in the streets of Montpellier with floats, music, and entertainment.
Located in the heart of Montpellier, Carnaval de Montpellier takes advantage of the exceptional setting of the municipality and its heritage. The event fully participates in the tourist attractiveness of the Hérault department and enhances the cultural, natural, and human riches of the Occitanie region. The Hérault department, bathed by the Mediterranean and crossed by varied landscapes ranging from the coast to the Larzac, offers an ideal setting for hosting quality cultural events.
Each edition of Carnaval de Montpellier offers a varied program combining carnival and conviviality. Visitors can enjoy multiple activities, discoveries, and moments of sharing that make this event so rich. The complete program is announced each year on the official channels of the event.
Carnaval de Montpellier is above all a moment of sharing and conviviality. Whether you are an informed enthusiast or simply curious, everyone will find something to satisfy their curiosity and have a pleasant time in Montpellier. The warm welcome from the organizers and volunteers makes each edition a memorable experience.
2026 edition of Carnaval de Montpellier in Montpellier. 133rd edition.
The 133rd edition of Carnaval de Montpellier will be held from February 16 to 18, 2026, in Montpellier, in the Hérault department.
Montpellier (34000), Hérault.
Travel to Montpellier by road. Parking is available around the event site. Consult the official information for access details.
Free entry.
For more information, consult the official website of the event or contact the Montpellier town hall.
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