Carnevale di Fano 2027, Italy

• janvier 31, 2027
  Date de l'événement :
• février 14, 2027
  Fin de l'événement :

À quoi s’attendre en 2027

Carnevale di Fano 2027 will return to Fano in the Marche region with three main carnival Sundays scheduled for January 31, February 7 and February 14, 2027. The historic celebration combines elaborate allegorical floats, masks, music, street entertainment, children’s activities and the famous Getto, when sweets are thrown from the carnival floats toward the crowd.

The festival traces its documented tradition back to 1347 and is presented by the organisers as one of Italy’s oldest carnival celebrations. Its distinctive character comes from the combination of large papier-mâché floats, the official Vulón mask, the Musica Arabita street band and the traditional distribution of sweets during the parades.

The detailed 2027 programme, float designs and individual performances have not yet been published. Based on the established format, the three Sundays are expected to centre on the major masked parades, with additional cultural, family and entertainment events scheduled around them.

Dates des événements

Carnevale di Fano 2027 is scheduled across three main Sundays:

First parade: January 31, 2027

Second parade: February 7, 2027

Third parade: February 14, 2027

The event traditionally builds a wider programme around its three principal parade days. In 2026, activities began weeks before the first parade and continued through Carnival Tuesday, including exhibitions, children’s activities, concerts, cultural meetings and evening celebrations.

The exact opening hours and programme times for each 2027 parade should be confirmed when the official schedule is released.

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Venue & event locations

The main carnival route traditionally centres on the historic heart of Fano, with Viale Gramsci and Piazza XX Settembre playing important roles in the parade and entertainment programme.

Other programme locations have included the Pincio gardens, Teatro della Fortuna, Palazzo Bracci Pagani, local restaurants and entertainment venues. In 2026, the children’s Carnival activities were concentrated around the Pincio area, while the major masked parades travelled along Viale Gramsci and featured activities around Piazza XX Settembre.

The exact 2027 parade route, entrances, spectator areas and temporary facilities should be checked against the official event map once published.

Full holiday programme

The complete 2027 holiday programme has not yet been released. The established format normally extends beyond the three principal parades and includes cultural events, exhibitions, children’s entertainment, parties, concerts, workshops and community activities.

The 2026 programme illustrates the scale of the wider festival. It included children’s parades, Carnival Kids activities, film screenings, historical conferences, exhibitions, Carnival parties, masked dinners, concerts, sporting events and cultural presentations.

The three principal Sundays traditionally provide the central spectacle, with the parade featuring allegorical floats, second-category floats, masked groups, music and the Getto of sweets.

Main attractions & highlights

Allegorical floats: Large hand-crafted floats form the visual centrepiece of the Carnival, with designs changing every year and often incorporating satire, popular culture, art and current themes.

The Getto: One of the festival’s most distinctive traditions is the throwing of sweets from the main floats toward the spectators. The organisers describe it as a defining feature of the Fano Carnival.

Vulón: The Vulón is the official mask associated with the Carnival and regularly appears in float designs and promotional material.

Musica Arabita: This traditional Fano street band accompanies the Carnival using unconventional instruments and has been associated with the festival’s musical identity since its modern revival in 1923.

Masked groups: Alongside the major floats, second-category floats and organised masked groups contribute to the parade atmosphere.

Markets, decorations & themed areas

The Carnival transforms central Fano into a themed festival environment with decorated streets, parade infrastructure, entertainment areas and temporary attractions.

The Pincio area has traditionally hosted dedicated children’s activities, while Piazza XX Settembre functions as an important gathering and entertainment space. Previous programmes have also included children’s markets and Carnival-related exhibitions.

Temporary food areas, information points, entrances and spectator facilities are normally established around the main Carnival route. The final arrangement for 2027 will be announced with the official map and visitor information.

Events & entertainment schedule

The 2027 entertainment schedule has not yet been published. Based on the 2026 programme, visitors can expect a mixture of daytime and evening activities around the main parade dates.

Previous events have included live music, Carnival parties, masked dinners, children’s performances, street entertainers, cultural talks, film screenings and special shows. The 2026 programme also included a Carnival Party, masked evenings and performances at several locations around Fano.

The main parade days traditionally include the large float procession in the afternoon, followed by entertainment in the central areas.

Admission & ticket information

The 2027 admission price has not yet been announced. As a reference, the standard 2026 full Carnival ticket was approximately $18, based on the published $15 equivalent at the 2026 exchange-rate conversion.

A 2026 Trenitalia partnership offered visitors arriving in Fano or Pesaro by eligible Trenitalia services a reduced admission equivalent to approximately $14 instead of the standard approximately $18. The organiser required visitors to present a valid qualifying train ticket.

Older published Carnival ticket structures also included reduced admissions and very low-cost categories for qualifying children, members and accompanying persons, but these conditions should not be assumed for 2027 until the new ticket page is released.

Special experiences & activities

One of the most distinctive experiences associated with Carnevale di Fano is participating in the Getto. Previous editions have allowed visitors to reserve special positions associated with the sweet-throwing tradition, including opportunities connected with the floats.

Visitors can also combine the parade with cultural exhibitions, live music, local entertainment and Carnival-themed dinners. The wider programme has traditionally included events at theatres, restaurants, cafés and other venues around the city.

Special experiences vary each year, so the 2027 programme should be checked for reservations, availability and age requirements.

Family & children’s activities

Families are an important part of the Fano Carnival programme. Previous editions have included a dedicated Carnival Kids area at the Pincio, children’s workshops, entertainment, games, music and a child-focused Getto.

The 2026 programme also included a children’s Carnival parade involving schools and social organisations, followed by entertainment and creative workshops in the city centre.

The 2027 family programme has not yet been announced, but children’s activities are expected to remain an important part of the festival’s wider schedule.

Règles de l’épreuve

Visitors must follow the official access, safety and crowd-management instructions issued by the Ente Carnevalesca and local authorities.

Because the main event involves large crowds and moving floats, visitors should remain within designated public areas and follow instructions from security and event personnel. Access arrangements and individual gates can change according to expected visitor numbers and safety requirements.

In 2026, the organiser changed the use of the Via Cavour access point on major parade Sundays so that it could function as both an entrance and an exit, demonstrating that access arrangements can be modified according to crowd conditions.

Comment y arriver

Fano is located on Italy’s Adriatic coast in the Marche region, between Pesaro and Ancona. The city is connected by the A14 motorway, making it accessible by car from other parts of central and northern Italy.

The city is also served by the railway line running along the Adriatic coast. Visitors travelling by train can reach Fano railway station and continue toward the historic centre using local transport or taxi services.

For air travel, visitors can use airports serving the wider Marche and Emilia-Romagna regions, with Ancona Airport being one of the closest major airport options.

Transports en commun et stationnement

Train travel is an established option for reaching the Fano Carnival. In 2026, the organisers partnered with Trenitalia to encourage visitors to travel by train to Fano or Pesaro, with a special admission arrangement for qualifying rail passengers.

During major parade days, temporary traffic restrictions, pedestrian areas and changes to vehicle access may be introduced. Visitors arriving by car should therefore check the official traffic and parking information before travelling.

Parking is generally available in different areas around Fano, but spaces closest to the historic centre can become limited during the busiest parade periods.

Zones d’hébergement

The historic centre of Fano is convenient for visitors who want to stay close to the main Carnival route, Piazza XX Settembre and the city’s restaurants and cafés.

The area around the railway station provides another practical option, particularly for visitors travelling by train. Accommodation is also available near the seafront and coastal areas, which can be useful for visitors combining the Carnival with a stay by the Adriatic.

Nearby Pesaro provides an additional accommodation base for visitors who prefer a larger selection of hotels and want to travel to Fano by train or car.

Food, drinks & seasonal specialties

Food is an important part of the Fano Carnival experience, with traditional Carnival sweets complementing the festival’s famous Getto. Previous programmes have also included Carnival dinners, masked dinners, aperitifs and special evening menus at local restaurants and venues.

The wider Fano food scene includes Marche cuisine, Adriatic seafood, pasta dishes and local specialities. Visitors can combine the Carnival with restaurants and cafés in the historic centre and along the coastal area.

Traditional Carnival treats and sweets are particularly relevant during the festival period, while the Getto itself has become one of the event’s best-known food-related traditions.

Accessibilité

The Carnival takes place across public streets and squares rather than inside one single venue. Accessibility therefore depends partly on the temporary parade layout, pedestrian routes, entrances and spectator areas established for each edition.

Visitors requiring specific assistance should contact the Ente Carnevalesca before attending to confirm accessible routes, spectator arrangements and available services.

The organiser’s published contact information lists the Ente Carnevalesca at Piazza Andrea Costa 31, Fano, with telephone +39 0721 803866 and email info@carnevaledifano.eu.

Best days & times to visit

The three main 2027 dates are January 31, February 7 and February 14. These Sundays are the principal parade days and are the most relevant dates for visitors specifically interested in the floats, masks, music and Getto.

Arriving earlier in the day can allow visitors to explore the city centre before the main parade begins and find suitable viewing positions. The afternoon is traditionally the key period for the major corso mascherato, with additional activities taking place before and after the procession.

Visitors travelling with children may also want to check the dedicated family programme, as previous editions have scheduled children’s activities before and during the main parade days.

Faits marquants de l’année précédente

The 2026 edition featured 12 allegorical floats, consisting of six first-category and six second-category floats, alongside masked groups and the traditional Musica Arabita.

The 2026 first-category designs included “Le Voyage dans le cinema,” “Carnevale di Fano Cineoscar” and the historic Musica Arabita float. Second-category highlights included “Gli SLAM son desideri… Wada come Wada” and “A Fano lo famo strano,” created by Dante Ferretti in collaboration with Paolo Furlani.

The 2026 programme also featured Carnival Kids activities, cultural exhibitions, children’s parades, concerts, masked parties and the traditional Getto. The official programme shows how the festival combines the main Sunday processions with a broader cultural and entertainment calendar.

Informations officielles sur l’événement

The official Carnevale di Fano website is the main source for the 2027 programme, parade route, tickets, access arrangements and visitor updates.

The Ente Carnevalesca is based at Piazza Andrea Costa 31, 61032 Fano (PU), Italy. The official contact telephone number is +39 0721 803866.

The detailed 2027 programme and final ticket conditions should be checked closer to January 2027 because the current official programme pages primarily contain information for the 2026 edition.

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