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Rennes Carnival 2025: a vibrant parade in the streets of the Breton capital!

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The Editor

A route designed for celebration and accessibility

This year again, the event is organized by the association Pulse, which has envisioned a route accessible to everyone, promoting joy and inclusion. Everyone is invited to join the parade, dance, and get swept away by the carnival energy!

The route in detail:

*3 PM - Departure from Thabor Park (meet near the Carré Du Guesclin): heading toward Saint-Melaine Street, then Antrain Street, passing through Motte-Fablet Street and le Bastard Street, having a festive twist through National Street, aiming for the Place du Parlement de Bretagne, Brilhac Street, and Estrées Street.
*4:15 PM - Giant snack break at the Town Hall square.
*4:45 PM - Resume the parade: Estrées Street, Lafayette Street, Toulouse Street.
*6 PM - A beautiful closing at Sainte-Anne Square, after passing through Rallier-du-Baty Street and Saint-Michel Street.
*6:30 PM - End of music and the event.

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An electrifying atmosphere with seven music groups!

What would a carnival be without an exhilarating soundtrack? This year, seven music groups are going to set the streets of Rennes on fire, taking the audience on a festive and multicultural musical journey:

*The Drummers of Maracatu: Percussions and dances from Brazil's Northeast
*Takadidoum – Samba and explosive Brazilian rhythms
*AC Balata – Vibrant Caribbean percussion
*Toucouleurs – The energy of Brazil in the streets
*FuUusion Batucada – A storm of Afro-Brazilian rhythms
*K'dance Désil – Dancing vibes guaranteed
*Les Majorennes – A lively and dynamic brass band

Bonus: The incredible giant puppets from the Collectif Rue des Titans will join the parade for an even more magical and immersive celebration!


Ready to party? Join the parade!

Whether you're dressed up or not, an experienced dancer or just a fan of a good vibe, you're all welcome to experience one of the most eagerly awaited events of the year in Rennes!