Carnaval de Villers-la-Ville
Traditional village carnival of Villers-la-Ville, one of the earliest in the Brabant wallon carnival season.
ⓘ Recurring event. The 2026 date is the usual window; confirm the exact date closer to the event.
Drive regional tourism and local hospitality bookings by positioning Villers-la-Ville's early carnival as a must-visit Brabant wallon cultural experience.
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The Carnaval de Villers-la-Ville is a traditional, family-friendly carnival with an incomparable atmosphere created by the nearby Abbey ruins. The local community's warmth and good humour make it a particularly special moment of joy and friendship.
Friday 13 Feb
18:00 Opening at the Commune with key handover ceremony. 20:00 Traditional Oberbayern dinner (reservation required). Gilles perform in evening.
Saturday 14 Feb
09:30 Carnival sports animations at marquee. 13:00 Children's procession meeting at communal school (rue Jules Tarlier). 14:00 Procession departure with giant Marie Doudouye. 15:00 Professional children's show, free confetti distribution, costume contest. 20:00 Cupidon Night carnival party with DJ.
Sunday 15 Feb
12:00 Groups assemble at communal parking (marquee). 14:30 Grand carnival procession departure. 17:30 Return to marquee. 21:00 Final rondeau with Gilles & 40th anniversary fireworks (Les Bossus du Ramipont).
- Grand children's procession with giants (Marie Doudouye & Pierre Di Tchesseau)
- Professional children's entertainer show, confetti battles, costume awards & prince/princess election
- Sunday grand carnival parade (cortège) led by Les Bossus du Ramipont Gilles society
- Heated marquee with traditional Oberbayern orchestra & DJ 'Cupidon Night' (Saturday)
- Free distribution of waffles, candy & favours to children
- Food truck village on carnival weekend