Nice Carnival 2025 Edition: Tickets Now Available Online

Even though we are in the midst of the Christmas holidays, Nice is already looking forward to Carnival with enthusiasm. From February 12 to March 2, 2025, the capital of the French Riviera will come alive with the theme of the “King of the Oceans.”

The online ticket office for the new edition of the Nice Carnival is already active on the official website https://www.nicecarnaval.com/it/.

The Carnival will kick off with a rich program of events, including the grand charivari of Richelmi (a free event) on Wednesday, February 12, the Grand Ball on Friday, February 14, and the big popular day “La Carnavalina” on Saturday, February 15, starting at 11:00 AM, which will also be free of charge.

Following these, the traditional parades will take place, including the illuminated opening parade, the four illuminated night parades, the daytime carnival parade, and the four flower battles.

Those who come fully dressed up will be able to access the parades for free, subject to availability, during all the carnival parades.

A new addition for Carnival 2025 is the addition of a new grandstand for the public along the route of the events, located on the Promenade des Anglais, in front of the Théâtre de Verdure.

The Nice Carnival 2025 was launched with the official poster, which features a fun octopus with large expressive eyes, surrounded by a golden crown, set in a floral context that immerses the viewer in the heart of the ocean and its vibrant colors, creating a warm and festive atmosphere.

Tickets will also be available at the on-site ticket offices, subject to availability:

• The main ticket office, located on the Promenade du Paillon (between the Carnival Village and the water mirror), will be open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM starting February 6, 2025, except for Sunday, February 9.
• A second ticket office will be open on event days on the Promenade des Anglais.

The Dates

Saturday, February 15, 2025
La Carnavalina: opening of the celebrations, free entertainment, and events in the city.
Opening Parade: presentation of the floats and carnival groups.
Illuminated Opening Parade: 8:30 PM – Around the Albert 1st Garden, Place Masséna.

Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Illuminated Carnival Parade: 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM – Place Masséna.

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Battle of Flowers: 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM – Place Masséna.

Friday, February 21, 2025
Lou Queernaval: 8:30 PM – Place Masséna.

Saturday, February 22, 2025
Battle of Flowers: 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM – Place Masséna.
Illuminated Carnival Parade: 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM – Place Masséna.

Sunday, February 23, 2025
Daytime Carnival Parade: 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM – Place Masséna.

Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Illuminated Carnival Parade: 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM – Place Masséna.

Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Battle of Flowers: 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM – Place Masséna.

Saturday, March 1, 2025 (Closing)
Battle of Flowers: 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM – Place Masséna.
Illuminated Carnival Parade: 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM – Place Masséna.
Incineration of the King and Fireworks: 10:45 PM – Promenade des Anglais, Plage du Centenaire.