Carnavalfoor Mechelen
Carnavalkermis in Mechelen die samenvalt met het carnavalsseizoen.
ⓘ Recurring event. The 2026 date is the usual window; confirm the exact date closer to the event.
Leverage Mechelen's Carnival fair season (Feb-Mar) to drive foot traffic, hospitality bookings, and local event sponsorships during peak festive season.
- Carnival costume & party supply promotions tied to Mechelen's festival dates
- Local hospitality packages: hotels, restaurants, and bars promoting Carnival weekend getaways
- Behind-the-scenes carnival prep content and local vendor spotlights
- Family-friendly carnival activity guides and event schedules for regional tourism
Carnavalfoor Mechelen is a compact family-friendly carnival fair held annually in the heart of the city on Botermarkt, timed to coincide with the Mechelen Carnival. The 2026 edition featured traditional carnival attractions and games alongside the festive Carnavalstoet (carnival parade) that marches through the downtown. It bridges two celebrations: the carnival season and local community spirit with rides, games, and street food.
Saturday 28 March
Carnavalfoor opens; carnival rides and games begin on Botermarkt
Sunday 29 March
Carnavalstoet parade starts at 14:11; visitors can combine parade viewing with kermis visit
Monday 30 March – Wednesday 1 April
Kermis continues with full attraction schedule and vendor stalls
- Small but lively carnival fair with children's rides and carnival games (merry-go-round, duck-catching, ball toss)
- Perfectly timed with the Carnavalstoet (carnival parade) on Sunday 30 March for a combined day out
- Family-focused atmosphere on Botermarkt with refreshment stalls (hotdogs, fries, traditional snacks)
- Free to enter; pay per ride/attraction
- 5 days of carnival festivity in downtown Mechelen