Montevideo Carnival 2027 dates
Hot off the press! The world’s longest carnival is in Montevideo Uruguay and we’ve got the dates.
September 8, 2026
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Uruguay carnival is the world’s longest carnival starting January thru early March. We’ve got the links about where to go and what to see.
Hot off the press! The world’s longest carnival is in Montevideo Uruguay and we’ve got the dates.
Carnival starts late January till early March. Yes, it’s the world’s longest carnival. The parades and shows you must not miss.
Virtually unknown to people outside of Uruguay, carnival in the capital Montevideo is one of the most authentic in the world. Start planning.
To check out authentic candombe in Uruguay, go to a street rehearsal. Where to go, how it works, what to do and what *not* to do.
Candombe is an essential part of Uruguayan culture. Every neighbourhood has its comparsa (troupe), regardless of social class or background.
Murga is an instantly recognisable musical style associated with carnival. It’s a uniquely Uruguayan phenomenon, with very distant roots in Cadiz, Spain.
My friend who’s ‘carnival royalty’ says San Baltasar is like carnival was when she was a child. Your chance to see Uruguay carnival just after new year.
The host of this brand new travel show fell in love with Montevideo. The wine, soccer, carnival, food… so many things to do.
You can buy tickets for concerts and carnival shows in Montevideo at box offices and Abitab and Red Pagos/RED UTS – the stores are found all over Uruguay.