Carnival Ensenada - February 16 - 21
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Brief History of the Carnival
Carnival is an old tradition linked to Lent, which began over 200 years ago during the middle ages. In Christianity, Lent is the period of 40 days that Jesus fasted and prayed in the desert. For this reason many Christians abstained from eating meat and stopped acting their vices during this period. As a result, the Carnival became a time of celebration and to party to excess before the start of Lent. The last day of Carnival is known as Shrove Tuesday, Mardi Gras or Martes de Carnaval. The first day of Lent is called Ash Wednesday, held 40 days before Easter Sunday.
Carnival Schedule
FEBRUARY 16
Beginning of the fiesta
Coronation of the Kings of the Carnival.
Rock Performance by Genitálica.
Burning of Bad Humor.
FEBRUARY 17
Children King´s Coronation.
Events start: Bulevar Costero 6 pm.
Crowning Celebration. Main promenade: 8 pm.
FEBRUARY 18
First Great Carnival Parade: 2 pm.
Kid's Art Competition.
Chess Competition.
Athletic Competition.
More events: Bulevar Costero 6 pm.
FEBRUARY 19
Second Great Carnival Parade: 2 pm.
Performance by Banda Limón.
More events: Bulevar Costero 6 pm.
FEBRUARY 20
Marido Oprimido Gala Dancing, at Hotel Bahia: 9 pm.
FEBRUARY 21
Last Great Carnival Parade: 2 pm.
More events: Bulevar Costero 6 pm.
Fancy Dresses Competition and prizes given: 8 pm.
Funeral Celebration of Juan Carnaval: 12 pm
FEBRUARY 22
End of Carnival at 2 am.
Parade Route
Parque Revolución, Calle Ruiz, Boulevard Costero, and Playa Hermosa.
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