Zomer Carnaval

During the last weekend of July the streets of central Rotterdam get taken over by carnival processions and brass bands.

During the last weekend of July the streets of central Rotterdam get taken over by carnival processions and brass bands. Before the carnival itself a competition to find the queen of the carnival takes place which is open to the public. Other events include the Battle of Drums, where percussionists attempt to out-drum each other. The three-day parade is influenced by Rio de Janeiro’s colourful event; nearly one million people turn up to watch the performers in dazzling outfits dancing in the streets to Latin music. In the evenings there is live music on stage, again featuring mostly Latin rhythms. The street parade is free for all to attend.

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Nearest Train Stations to Zomer Carnaval

Rotterdam Centraal	0.3 km
Rotterdam	0.7 km
Rotterdam Blaak	1.3 km

Visitor information table

City	Rotterdam
Country	Netherlands
Address	Various venues around Rotterdam
Telephone	0900 4040200
Dates	July
Website	http://www.zomercarnaval.nl

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