festival
What is the Carnival of Venice? Masks, history and how to go
From the masks mentioned in 1268 to the revival in 1979: the history, mask types, programme and practical ways to experience the Carnival of Venice.
festival
What is Mardi Gras? New Orleans carnival season, krewes and beads explained
Where Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) comes from, what krewes are, why the colours are purple, green and gold, and how to experience New Orleans carnival season.
festival
Rio Carnival explained: samba schools, street blocos and the 2025 change
Where Rio Carnival comes from, how the samba school parade and the free street blocos work, and why the Special Group now parades over three nights.
What’s on in the city this week?
Discover upcoming concerts, exhibitions and workshops in the calendar.
See eventsWhat’s on in the city this week?
Discover upcoming concerts, exhibitions and workshops in the calendar.
See eventsWhat’s on in the city this week?
Discover upcoming concerts, exhibitions and workshops in the calendar.
See events