Carnaval de Saint-Raphaël

This year, the Saint-Raphaël Carnival takes you to the four corners of the world!

From Saturday 7 to Sunday 8 March 2026.

On March 7 and 8, costumes, music and entertainment will take you on a colorful world tour, punctuated by festivities, conviviality and wonder.
A festive weekend in the heart of the city, to be shared with the whole family, for the pleasure of young and old alike.

Program

Saturday, March 7th

Children's carnival
The festivities kick off on Saturday afternoon with the "Children's Carnival" on Place Coullet. From 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm, Raphaël's little ones can enjoy free DJ music and a costume show, give free rein to their creativity by making their own flower necklaces and other activities, or have their faces painted for children aged 3 and over.

Night parade
On Saturday evening, from 6.30pm, the night parade will set off from the Beaurivage parking lot, heading for rue Waldeck-Rousseau and the Vieux Port. This carnival parade, with its bright colors and lively music, will feature performances by artists from all walks of life.
A show that celebrates the 5 continents, their cultures and their talents.


Sunday, March 8

Make-up stand
From 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm on the Esplanade Delayen, near the Ferris Wheel. Free, ages 3 and up.

Carnival parade
The grand parade departs from Beaurivage at 3:00 pm. Majestic floats, sparkling costumes, spectacular performances and confetti and flower battles will transport the public into a festive, family-friendly atmosphere.


Free shuttle bus Saturday March 7 and Sunday March 8
A free shuttle bus will be available for the comfort and safety of motorists and strollers.

Departing from the Beaurivage, Santa Lucia, Kennedy and Bonaparte parking lots, the shuttle will pick you up every 20 minutes, Saturday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and from 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm, and Sunday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm and from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm.

Please note that due to the parade route, parking will be limited in the town center on both days.
The road will be closed 30 minutes before the parades, and reopened as soon as possible after the parking lots have been cleared.

Information
> Tourist Office: 04 94 19 52 52
> Cultural Center: 04 98 11 89 00
> Free admission to all events
> Program subject to change