Carnaval de Rio Grande

• Location: Arroyo Florido, municipality of Álamo Temapache, Veracruz, Mexico

• Category: Community Carnival

• Dates/Time: Weekend before Ash Wednesday (varies annually)

• Duration: ~2–3 days

• Attendance: Primarily local and regional attendees

• Venue: Streets and central spaces of Arroyo Florido

• Organizer: Local community groups with support from municipal authorities

• Established: 20th century, rooted in regional festive and Catholic customs

• Symbolic or Satirical Content: Medium

• Cultural or Ritual Roots: Yes

• Global or Migrant Influence: Low

Participation Tips

• Participation Type: Participatory

• Participation Level (Scale): 5/5

• Requires Costume to Join: Yes, traditional and creative costumes are typical for comparsa participants

• Family-Friendly: Yes

• LGBTQ+ Inclusive: Yes