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Carnival

Carnival is a festive season celebrated in the Western Christian world ahead of Lent. Its major events usually take place during February or early March.

Originally a religious season, Carnival has now become more of a public celebration, often featuring parades and street parties. The world's biggest festivities take place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. In Germany, the Rhineland is a major center for the so-called "Karneval". In other parts of Germany, the festivities are called Fasching, Fastnacht or Fasnet, among others. Here you can find an automatic compilation of all DW content on Carnival.

Sänger Salif Keita aus Mali

Inside Europe: How music unifies amid rising populism 29.03.2019

As populism and Brexit deepen European divisions, a new exhibit in Paris looks at a powerful unifier. Music arriving with post-war migrations from former colonies helped turn two of Europe's most important cities, London and Paris, into multi-cultural melting pots. Lisa Bryant visited the show at the Paris Museum of Immigration History and has this report.

Deutschland Politischer Aschermittwoch l AKK CDU-Chefin Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer

Merkel's successor rejects criticism over anti-LGBTI joke 06.03.2019

While defending a controversial remark about the real use of gender-neutral bathrooms, the head of the CDU decried the "madness" of cultural sensitivity in kindergarten Carnival parties.

Karneval in Deutschland 2019

'Astro-Alex' compares Germany's Carnival parades to space travel 04.03.2019

With floats packed with satire in Cologne, Düsseldorf and Mainz, the Rose Monday parades are the highlight of Carnival season. German astronaut Alexander Gerst reveals what the tradition and space travel have in common.
Rosenmontag in Köln Karneval in Deutschland 2019

Cologne Carnival floats take a jab at politics 04.03.2019

The climax of Cologne's Carnival comes on Rose Monday, with the city's official parade. Here's a look at some of the 74 decorated floats and their satirical messages.
Deutschland Karneval Narrengericht in Stockach Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer

Merkel successor Kramp-Karrenbauer under fire for anti-LGBT joke 03.03.2019

The CDU leader mocked the idea of gender-neutral bathrooms during a Carnival-themed program on public broadcaster SWR. Politicians and activists called the incident a "travesty."
Brasilien, Rio De Janeiro: Karneval in Rio

Rio de Janeiro kicks off Carnival with flashy response to Jair Bolsonaro 02.03.2019

Some revelers view this year's Carnival as a way to push back against President Bolsonaro, who is known for his homophobic and sexist remarks. Samba schools will also highlight minority communities in their performances.
Köln Weiberfastnacht 2019

An American's first Carnival in Cologne 01.03.2019

Carnival in Cologne is Germany's most famous celebration of the event. Thousands in costume flock to the streets for its opening party: Women's Carnival Day. DW's Hallie Rawlinson reports on her first time attending.
Deutschland Fasnacht auf Konstanz

Germany: Bitter Carnival in Constance after songwriter's Nazi origins revealed 28.02.2019

A Constance Carnival club has dissociated itself from songs by a deceased composer after a probe into his Nazi past. Some pub-goers, however, are sticking to his melodies despite the recent disclosures.

Karneval in Brasilien (Bildergalerie)

Worldwide Carnival: From Rio to the Rhine 28.02.2019

What the Germans call the "fifth season" is nearing an end: for the celebrations in the week before Lent, people unpack their costumes and party - not just in Germany, but the world over.

Bildergalerie Kölner Karneval | Karnevalsauftakt in Köln

Cologne Carnival: 11 tips for beginners 26.02.2019

It's starting again! On February 28, the street carnival begins in Cologne. That means six days of non-stop partying. Here's a guide on what to wear, where to go and how to survive it.
Vorstellung Motive zum Rosenmontagszug in Köln

Cologne Carnival: Float designs revealed 15.02.2019

Carnival is fast approaching in the Rhineland, with its traditional Rose Monday parade featuring often satirical floats. DW shows you the designs that can be expected.
Deutschland Karneval in Köln

German Jews found 'KKK' club to reclaim Carnival tradition 05.02.2019

Jewish Carnival revelers in Cologne have formed a club named "Kölsche Kippa Köpp," or KKK for short. The initials were made infamous by the Ku Klux Klan, but hold an entirely different meaning for Cologne Jews.
Deutschland Karneval in Köln

Germans celebrate start of carnival season in Rhineland 11.11.2018

As the carnival season opens in western Germany, tens of thousands of residents take to the streets to party. The season of beer, colorful costumes and silliness is set to last until Ash Wednesday in March next year.
Frankreich Paris Proteste gegen Macron

France: Tens of thousands rally against President Emmanuel Macron in Paris 05.05.2018

Marking one year since the president's inauguration, the far-left France Insoumise (France Unbowed) called for rallies in Paris, Toulouse and Bordeaux to protest reforms. A carnival atmosphere dominated the events.
BdT mit Deutschlanbezug 21.02.2018 - Kölner Dom

'Heimat 2018': Cologne sings its identity 24.04.2018

No other city in Germany has as many songs about "Heimat," expressing the feeling of home, as Cologne. Groups of people gather to sing together about their local patriotism, and not only during Carnival.
Rassismus in Neujahrsgala auf CCTV

Sieren's China: Carnival of cliches 22.02.2018

A TV sketch about Africa during China's popular New Year celebrations has triggered accusations of racism and neocolonialism. DW's Frank Sieren says the usually hyper-sensitive country sometimes lacks empathy.
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