Carnival in the Graz Region
The best events & dates
When Graz and the surrounding region turn into a carnival stage, parades, festivities and parties take centre stage. The most important events during the carnival season are gathered here – from children’s celebrations to traditional carnival balls. All dates, locations and highlights at a glance.
As the city and its neighbouring communities celebrate, urban flair meets regional tradition. From the historic centre of Graz to the surrounding municipalities, the region shows its most colourful side – with parades, music and living customs.
The highlight of Carnival in Graz takes place around the weekend before Shrove Tuesday. The carnival season begins in January and ends on Shrove Tuesday, which falls on a different date each year.
Shrove Tuesday changes every year as it depends on the date of Easter. The current events taking place around this day are listed on this page.
Carnival parades are held in the city centre of Graz as well as in municipalities across the region. Routes, start times and event details are provided within each listing.
Shrove Tuesday 2027 will be on 9th of February. Most of the parades, celebrations and parties take place in Graz and the surrounding region around the weekend before.
Carnival 2027 in Graz
The most important events around Shrove Tuesday 2027 will be added on an ongoing basis. As soon as dates are confirmed, they will be listed here.
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After Carnival comes the next highlight
Even after Shrove Tuesday, the Graz Region remains in celebration mode. The event calendar is filled throughout the year – from spring festivals to charming Easter markets.
