Rijeka Carnival animated the city from 8 January to 18 February 2026 through the handover of the city key, balls, neighbourhood events, a children’s parade and the international carnival parade.
The 2026 edition
The season brought together popular, participatory and community-led events across Rijeka.
Why this festival matters
Masked groups, allegorical floats and Kvarner traditions connect urban satire, folklore, civic participation and popular culture.
Key points
- A major Adriatic carnival tradition.
- An international parade and a children’s parade.
- Events spread across several Rijeka neighbourhoods.