🎭 Carnival 2027
in The Hague

Carnival is celebrated 7 weeks before Easter. The dates change each year based on the Easter calendar. In 2027, check local listings for exact Carnival Sunday date in The Hague. The season typically runs for several days with parades, parties, and street celebrations.

Major European cities host spectacular parades with elaborately decorated floats, costumed performers, and street parties. In The Hague, families enjoy watching processions, dressing up in costumes, attending masked balls, and participating in street celebrations. Many venues offer special Carnival-themed workshops and performances.

Costumes and masks are the heart of Carnival! Families wear elaborate disguises, traditional costumes, or creative outfits. From classic Venetian masks to themed costumes, the more creative the better. Many children dress up as superheroes, princesses, or traditional Carnival characters.

Absolutely! Carnival is a family celebration. Look for family parades, costume parties at museums, special children's performances, craft workshops for making masks, and street food vendors. Most public celebrations in The Hague are family-friendly during daytime hours.