The famed Carnaval of Playa del Carmen began last night at Plaza 28 de Julio with the crowning of this year’s kings and queens in age groups for kids and señors, with over 5,000 people attending the event. The remaining days of this colorful festival will offer excitement for locals as well as tourists visiting Playa del Carmen. Below is an itinerary highlighting the most important events of the 2016 Playa del Carmen Carnaval, going on through Tuesday, February 9. Events will take place at the city’s main square, Plaza 28 de Julio, and the parades have been moved to 10th Avenue.

 

 

 

Friday, February 5

6:30pm Costume contest for kids and teens

7:30pm Crowning of the Carnaval kings and queens

8:30pm Contests for dance and entertainment groups

10:30pm Grupo Precaucion performs live

 

Saturday, February 6

6:00pm First Carnaval parade (starting at Parque Fundadores and going down 10th Avenue)

7:30pm A night of live music, shows and bands at Plaza 28 de Julio

 

 

 

Sunday, February 7

6:00pm Second Carnaval parade (starting at Parque Fundadores and going down 10th Avenue)

7:30pm A night of live music, shows, bands and contests at Plaza 28 de Julio

 

Monday, February 8

6:00pm Third Carnaval parade (starting at Parque Fundadores and going down 10th Avenue)

7:30pm A night of live music, shows and bands at Plaza 28 de Julio

 

 

 

Tuesday, February 9

6:00pm Closing parade (starting at Parque Fundadores and going down 10th Avenue)

7:30pm A night of shows performed by local groups followed by awards for different categories

12:00am The burning of “Juan Carnaval”

 

Carnaval offers a wonderful way for expats and tourists alike to experience local culture and music created by the people themselves, so if you're living in Playa del Carmen, you won't want to miss it. Get out there and enjoy it!

 

To see the full itinerary in Spanish and the original photos, click here to visit the article on the SoyPlayense website.