Carnival is a festive season which occurs immediately before lent; the main events are usually during February. Carnival typical involves a public celebration or parade combining some elements of a circus, mask and public and public street party. People often dress up or masquarade during the celebrations, which mark an overturning of daily life.
Carnival is fastival traditionally held in Roman catholic and to a lesser extent, eastern orthodox socities. Protestant areas usually do not have Carnival celebrations or have modified traditions, such as the Danish carnival or other Shrove Tuesday events.
The brasilian carnival is one of the best-known celebrations today, but many cities and regions worldwide celebrate with large,popular, and days-long events.
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