Carnivals.
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Carnivals in and around Herve: The Herve Cavalcade and much more!
Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of eastern Belgium , where floats, costumes, and brass bands thrill young and old alike. Between ancestral traditions and colorful spectacles, each carnival is an explosion of joy!
Main carnival: La Cavalcade de Herve
The Herve Cavalcade is the highlight of the region's carnivals :
- Spectacular parades of floats and traditional costumes
- Brass bands, music and entertainment throughout the city
- Activities for the whole family, young and old
- A friendly and authentic atmosphere, typical of Ardennes carnivals
Other unmissable carnivals near Verviers
- Verviers Carnival – Colourful parades, children's entertainment and dance parties.
- Laetare of Sart-Tiège – Two villages joyfully competing in a festival of flower-covered floats and brass bands.
- Jalhay-Herbiester Carnival – Carnival rivalry with local traditions and decorated floats.
- La Calamine Carnival – Carnival days with lively parades and a festive atmosphere.
- Malmedy Carnival – One of the oldest and most emblematic in the region, with its Gilles and spectacular costumes.
- Laetare of Stavelot – A carnival tradition full of originality.
- Rural carnivals of the Viroin Valley – Couvin, Olloy-sur-Viroin and Treignes, village atmosphere guaranteed.
- Carnival of Binche (a little further on) – Famous for its Gilles, an essential part of Belgian folklore.
Why come?
A unique festive atmosphere : music, confetti, dancing and laughter in the streets
Rich local traditions : costumes, brass bands and decorated floats
For the whole family : children's activities, dances and shows
Unforgettable moments : folklore, conviviality and human encounters
The Verviers region: a concentration of folklore, colours and joy for all ages! 🇧🇪