Carnaval de nice, roi del energie The Convention & Visitors Bureau of Nice is already preparing the next Carnival: his Majesty the Kings Carnival of 2017 will be the King of Energy from 11th to 25th february. Different forms of energy : electric, fossil, wind, solar, hydraulic, renewable... aswell as the energy exerced by man. A vast subject which will allow the imagination of Carnival illustrators and craftsmen to reign freely.
For its 133rd edition, the King will invite us to have a look on our society mocked by a humoristic, sometimes satirical style which our society really needs. The Carnival is made up of two distinct events: the carnival parades, both by day and by night and the flower parades.
On the Place Massena, allegorical or burlesque floats parade with various entertainment elements, street performers and different international musical troupes. By night, lights will give the floats magical aspects.
The other highlights, the elegance of the flower parades that emphasizes the power of flowers by enhancing the floral heritage of the region. The Carnival theme is expressed by the unique costumes worn by the models who throw thousands of flowers to the audience. The second, more poetic, aspect of Carnival is an integral part of the event.
The Carnival remains loyal to the spirit of this large popular event, particularly with the increasing number of local (neighbourhing) Carnivals, while at the same time remaining a major modern event.
Alongside the festivities, the carnival season offers an excellent opportunity to discover Nice in winter.
THE CARNIVAL PARADE : DAY AND BY NIGHT
On the Place Masséna and around the Promenade du Paillon, 17 allegorical and burlesque floats roll by, jazzed up with animated effects, street art and international music bands. These Carnival parade floats are a living invitation to embark on a journey of discovery. A whole universe in 90 minutes.
THE FLOWER BATTLE
For the first time on Place Masséna, the grace and elegance of the many floats are reminiscent of the power of flowers and serve to highlight the region%u2019s floral heritage. Another more poetic side of the Carnival, to go hand-in-hand with its more ironic side. A fleet of 17 floats draped in freshly-cut flower arrangements, with young models bringing the set designs to life and tossing flowers to the crowds.
THE NEW ROUTE
The fleet is part of a fully secured enclosure that will be the same for the corsi and flower battles. The circuit will pass around the Promenade du Paillon (Place Masséna, bd Jean Jaurès, avenue Félix Faure and crosses Flandres-Dunkerque). The Grandstands will only be Place Masséna.
For more information about the program, check the website.
