Nantes Carnival 2026
The Nantes Carnival is one of the unmissable events of spring.
The event returns in April 2026 with three key dates: April 4, 12, and 18.
Whether you're just passing through Loire-Atlantique or a regular at this grand festive event, book your stay now to experience one of the most beautiful carnivals in France.
Organized every year, the Nantes Carnival is a true local institution.
Each year, the event attracts thousands of visitors who come to admire the monumental floats, the grandiose decorations, and the extravagant costumes.
Between daytime parades, a nighttime carnival, and a warm atmosphere, the spectacle is both family-friendly and extraordinary.
This year, the carnival will pay tribute to literature through calligraphy, heroines, and an imaginary library. The carnival queen will be the novelist Aline Duret.
All this to transform the streets of Nantes into an open-air spectacle.
The parades will depart, as usual, from downtown Nantes, particularly around Place du Commerce and Cours des 50 Otages, easily accessible by public transport.
For a stay at the heart of the event, the Hôtel Graslin welcomes you in an elegant setting, just steps from the festivities.
Located in the Graslin district, the hotel combines architectural charm, upscale services, and immediate proximity to the carnival parade routes.
Discover our modern and comfortable rooms, accommodating up to 5 people, which pay homage to the world of Jules Verne.
Start planning your festive getaway to Nantes now!
The event returns in April 2026 with three key dates: April 4, 12, and 18.
Whether you're just passing through Loire-Atlantique or a regular at this grand festive event, book your stay now to experience one of the most beautiful carnivals in France.
A vibrant Nantes tradition
Organized every year, the Nantes Carnival is a true local institution.
Each year, the event attracts thousands of visitors who come to admire the monumental floats, the grandiose decorations, and the extravagant costumes.
Between daytime parades, a nighttime carnival, and a warm atmosphere, the spectacle is both family-friendly and extraordinary.
This year, the carnival will pay tribute to literature through calligraphy, heroines, and an imaginary library. The carnival queen will be the novelist Aline Duret.
All this to transform the streets of Nantes into an open-air spectacle.
The program of festivities: three highlights to note
- Saturday, April 4, 2026: daytime parade, the starting point of the festivities.
- Sunday, April 12, 2026: grand children's carnival, a fun-filled event for families.
- Saturday, April 18, 2026: nighttime parade, a magical spectacle that illuminates the city.
The parades will depart, as usual, from downtown Nantes, particularly around Place du Commerce and Cours des 50 Otages, easily accessible by public transport.
Where to stay to fully enjoy the Carnival?
For a stay at the heart of the event, the Hôtel Graslin welcomes you in an elegant setting, just steps from the festivities.
Located in the Graslin district, the hotel combines architectural charm, upscale services, and immediate proximity to the carnival parade routes.
Discover our modern and comfortable rooms, accommodating up to 5 people, which pay homage to the world of Jules Verne.
Start planning your festive getaway to Nantes now!
