The theme of Portugal's most popular carnival this year was the 50th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution. But was it a fitting celebration of freedom?

Because, as we all know, everything is allowed at Carnival. It's a centuries-old tradition, especially in Catholic countries, ...

The Carnival season, or Mardi Gras season, officially begins on Epiphany, Jan. 6, and lasts through Fat Tuesday.

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Brazil’s Carnival revelry is ramping up, from the raucous street parties to the glitzy parades. Carnival kicked off Friday afternoon, with Saturday marking the first full ...

One of the prettiest outfits in the Wish Carnival Party Event is the 3-Star Floating Blossoms outfit that can be obtained via ...

Hedonistic carnival traditions across the Greek heartland and islands trace back to the ecstatic processions in ancient times honoring Dionysus, the god of wine, fertility and revelry and were ...

Stepping into The Oasis on Carnival Tuesday was like slipping into a dream amid the exhilarating bliss of Trinidad Carnival. As someone experiencing Trinidad Carnival for the first time—despite both ...

Either way, knowing what to expect—how to navigate the crowds, where to find the best fetes, how to pace yourself for days of non-stop revelry—can make all the difference. Trinidad Carnival ...