Carnival

This is a multi-day tournament with a Shrove Tuesday finale (the start of Christian Lent). This comes first since it is by far the most famous celebration in Paraguay each year. Carnival celebrations last several days before the start of Lent (approximately 90% of Paraguayans are Christians) and are similar to Mardi Gras celebrations in the United States and other nations.

Parades and pageants with music and dancing last far into the night in Paraguay. Carnival is celebrated in several cities, but Encarnación is by far the largest. The bright Carnival in Paraguay attracts visitors from all around the world.

When: February

Where: Paraguay, Encarnacion