Summer in Copenhagen with Kids, 4 of 13
Summer in Copenhagen with Kids, 4 of 13: Copenhagen Carnival
Copenhagen Carnival
FestivalVesterbroIndre ByCopenhagen
Where
Enghaveparken, Kongens Nytorv (parade start), Nytorv (parade finish) and Dronning Louises Bro
Ages
All ages
Setting
Outdoors
Music
Samba
What you need to know
- Pick a spot on Strøget: the parade runs from Kongens Nytorv to Nytorv, and the curb gives kids a close look at the costumes
- Friday evening street party on Dronning Louises Bro in Nørrebro, with samba at sunset, better for kids who can stay up
- Big crowds expected: the carnival draws thousands, so arrive early and agree a meeting point with kids old enough to wander
About
Copenhagen has had its own carnival since 1982, and the parade is the part to see: hundreds of dancers from Denmark and abroad, in sequins and bright costumes, dancing along Strøget to samba rhythms. Kids watch from the curb. The closing weekend in Enghaveparken is the most kid-friendly stretch, with salsa steps to learn, stage shows and room to sprawl on the grass. Weekday workshops and talks lean more adult.
Where it is
- Directions ↗EnghaveparkenEnghavevej, 1761 København, Denmark
- Directions ↗Kongens Nytorv (parade start)Kongens Nytorv, 1050 København, Denmark
- Directions ↗Nytorv (parade finish)Nytorv, 1450 København, Denmark
- Directions ↗Dronning Louises BroDronning Louises Bro, 2200 København, Denmark
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