Event − Celebration and Festival
Avenches Carnival
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Avenches Carnival is shaking the city up from the winter season to the sound of Guggenmusiks and to the rythme of the colourful processions. Three days of animations, dancing balls and concerts are taking over the Romans arenas and the streets of the medieval city.
Carnaval avenchois. © Carnaval avenchois
- OrtPlace
- Avenches centre
On the programme, the much awaited processions will be offered on Saturday and Sunday afternoon as well as two crazy evenings with fondue, guggenmusik and confetti as usual!
Saturday afternoon is traditionally reserved for the children during the Cortège des Enfants (Children's Procession) in which all the schoolchildren of the region participate, followed by the much awaited confetti battle!
On Sunday, all the guggen meet at the Roman Arena for an aperitif concert before accompanying the unmissable Grand Cortège Humoristique which crosses the town.
Carnival pins are available from the Tourist Office for CHF 15 from mid-February.
Opening hours
Opening hours
- From 13 Mar 2026 to 15 Mar 2026
On site
On site
- Accessibility
- Accessible by public transport
- Suitable for families
Access
Zugang
- Public transport
- Directions
Contact
Contact
Avenches Carnival