Carnaval de Aix-en-Provence

• Location: Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, France

• Category: Community Carnival

• Dates/Time: March or April (varies annually, often post-Lenten)

• Duration: ~1 day

• Attendance: Thousands of local and regional attendees

• Venue: City center, including Cours Mirabeau and surrounding streets

• Organizer: Ville d’Aix-en-Provence and local cultural organizations

• Established: 20th century, with inspiration from Provençal traditions

• Symbolic or Satirical Content: Medium

• Cultural or Ritual Roots: Moderate

• Global or Migrant Influence: Low

Participation Tips

• Participation Type: Spectator-focused (with some community involvement)

• Participation Level (Scale): 3/5

• Requires Costume to Join: No, but festive dress encouraged, especially for children and parade participants

• Family-Friendly: Yes

• LGBTQ+ Inclusive: Yes