The first event of this year's Famagusta carnival was crowned with great success, the Tsiknopemti event where this year's King, Dimitris "Pepe" Tsierkezos, received the scepter from last year's queen Christiana Siopaha.
The event started in the afternoon, with organized ensembles that lit the torches and started the "tsiknisma". The baking was undertaken by the Technical School of Vocational Education and Training of Paralimni, the Nautical Club of Constantia, the Association of Free Greeks of Famagusta, the "Exedra" Union, the Choir of the Municipality of Paralimni "Melizona" which prepared the sweet dishes, fish pies and purees as well as the Union Neo Paralimniou.
This year's King, who impressed with his presence, received the scepter of the Famagusta Carnival for 2024, giving the impetus for this year's events.
Afterwards, the entertainment culminated with the music group "Pilgrims" who created fun with their songs, with the audience dancing and having fun.
Dançando School of Dance also participated in the event with a dance program.
The Famagusta Carnival continues with a multitude of events, culminating in the Famagusta Provincial Carnival Parade on Sunday, March 17.
Full Program of Events:
Carnival parade... by sea
On Saturday, March 9, at Agia Triada Beach, young and old will gather with their SUP boards dressed as pirates, to hold a... Carnival Parade... by sea.
Children's Show "Skantzis the Piggy in Karnavaloupolis" On Saturday, March 16 at 16:00, the "Modern Children's Shadow Theater" will present the children's show "Skantzis the Piggy in Karnavaloupoli" in the hall of the Paralimni Town Hall. The entrance is free.
Evening Foot Parade and Party in the Square
Come and let's go wild in Carnival rhythms a few hours before the great Famagusta Carnival Parade.
On Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 8 pm, put on your Carnival costume (free theme) and come and have the most fun evening foot parade. Start: Griva Digeni Street, Paralimni.
The parade will end in a highly carnivalesque and fun DJ party in St. George's Square.
Participation is free.
Great provincial Famagusta Carnival Parade
The carnival events culminate on Sunday, March 17 with the Famagusta Provincial Carnival Parade which will take place along Protaras Avenue and Agios Georgiou Street in Paralimni with walking groups and floats.
The parade is led by this year's Carnival King Dimitris "Pepe" Tsierkezos.
Theme of this year's carnival parade: "Carnival Extravaganza".
Organizers: Famagusta Carnival Committee and Paralimni Municipality.
