Mindelo carnival

• Location: Mindelo, São Vicente Island, Cape Verde

• Category: True Carnival

• Dates/Time: Week leading up to Ash Wednesday (varies annually)

• Duration: ~1 week (main parades on Monday and Tuesday)

• Attendance: Tens of thousands of attendees, including international visitors

• Venue: Streets of Mindelo, especially Avenida Marginal and Praça Nova

• Organizer: Local municipalities and samba groups (grupos carnavalescos)

• Established: 18th century roots, modern format developed in the 20th century

• Symbolic or Satirical Content: High

• Cultural or Ritual Roots: Yes

• Global or Migrant Influence: High

Participation Tips

• Participation Type: Participatory

• Participation Level (Scale): 5/5

• Requires Costume to Join: Yes, for performers in samba groups; festive attire encouraged for attendees

• Family-Friendly: Yes

• LGBTQ+ Inclusive: Yes