Limassol Festivals

Limassol Festivals

Limassol is celebrated in Cyprus for its festivals, like the Carnival and Wine Festival.

The Limassol Carnival lasts for ten days, with tremendously and amusing camouflage misadventures. This carnival is very old, going back to pagan rituals during historic times. The festival starts with the entrance parade of the King Carnival, followed by a fancy-dress competition for the younger kids.

During the Carnival parade for the whole ten days, in the main streets, large crowds from all over the island gather to watch the floats with the serenade and other masqueraded groups.

During September every year, the great Wine Festival of Cyprus takes place in the Municipal Garden, every evening. During the festival the visitor has the chance to taste some of the best wines, which are offered free of charge.

Other festivals are Flower Festival (May), Festival of the Flood (June), Shakespearean nights and Ancient Greek Drama Festival.

In 2008, the Junior Eurovision Song Contest will be held in Limassol – certainly a treat