Carnival is one of the festivals that have been celebrated over the years and centuries. In fact, its origin dates back to the time of the Egyptians, Romans, and Greeks. As a result, it is a tradition for masks and costumes to take over the streets in cities around the world.
This year, the troupes, chirigotas, costume contests, and parties will take place between February 28 and March 5, although in some municipalities in Madrid, they start a few days earlier. Therefore, we bring you a brief guide so you don’t miss out on some of the activities organized in your municipality.
Móstoles
The main novelty of this year’s carnival is the return of the Entierro de la Sardina, after more than a decade without being celebrated. Like in the rest of the municipalities, it will be held on Wednesday, March 5, coinciding with the beginning of Lent.
El regreso del ‘Entierro de la Sardina’, principal novedad del carnaval en Móstoles
The carnival program in the municipality starts on February 22 with the Children’s Contest of Carnival Groups starting at 10:00 a.m. The most festive days will come the following weekend since on March 1, the Grand Carnival Parade is scheduled.
Coslada
The carnival arrives in the municipality with its children’s version on February 27. From 5:00 p.m., various activities are organized for the little ones ranging from parade of troupes and other entities to the musical performance of the Grupo Zascanduri.
On February 28, there will be a carnival show with performances by different chirigotas at the Municipal Theater of Coslada at 8:00 p.m. The big day of Carnival will be on March 1, as the parade is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. Additionally, to continue the party, there will be a grand dance at 7:00 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Pavilion.
