Calahorra in La Rioja will hold its carnival from 5 to 7 February under the theme ‘Cultures of the World’. The city council has published the programme and competition rules for five events, including the election of the Reina, the crowning of the children’s title-holders, costume competitions for children and adults, and the special event El Carnaval de papel.
According to the municipal authorities, entries should draw inspiration from the traditions, arts and folklore of different regions. A total of 44 prizes are on offer, and a prize draw with non-cash prizes has also been announced. The Reina election is scheduled for Friday 5 February at the Teatro Ideal . The children’s title-holders will be chosen on the same day. The costume competitions follow on Saturday 6 February: children’s competitions in the afternoon at the Pabellón Europa, and the adults’ competition in the evening, followed by a large parade, which is due to start at the Plaza del Raso . The closing competition, El Carnaval de papel, for minors is scheduled for midday on Sunday 7 February at the Pabellón Europa.
The city refers to the published entry conditions; registration is expected to open separately. Age limits, venues, times and prize awards are specified in municipal announcements. The details were confirmed in an editorial report on 10 October.
Calahorra’s carnival is regarded as a major local event, with strong participation from schools, cultural groups and associations. The chosen theme builds on municipal initiatives that in recent years have placed greater emphasis on intercultural visibility. It also presents the event as an invitation to diversity, while setting clear criteria for competition juries, which are to assess originality, execution and relevance to the theme. The city council will provide details of jury meetings and individual prize allocations in its announcements.
The dates given in municipal announcements refer to the upcoming carnival days in February; the city will issue any necessary changes or clarifications. The official dates are those of the Ayuntamiento de Calahorra, which is coordinating the event and has confirmed the venues Teatro Ideal, Pabellón Europa and Plaza del Raso. The editorial confirmation comes from Europa Press La Rioja and is dated 10 October.
Editor: Celestina Fuentes (Article created with AI assistance).