{"id":18074,"date":"2021-10-15T19:12:55","date_gmt":"2021-10-15T19:12:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carnival.com\/awaywego\/?p=18074"},"modified":"2021-10-15T19:12:55","modified_gmt":"2021-10-15T19:12:55","slug":"best-costume-celebrations-worldwide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carnival.com\/awaywego\/travel\/best-costume-celebrations-worldwide","title":{"rendered":"The Best Costume Celebrations Worldwide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Have costume, will party.<\/strong><\/p>\n

With Halloween right around the corner, you likely have your costume (or your kids\u2019) picked out already. But have you ever wished it wasn\u2019t just a once a year event?<\/span><\/p>\n

Not to fear\u2014there are plenty of other costumed celebrations and many make great excuses to plan your next trip! As an added bonus, some provide a unique view into local cultures and customs.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are some expert tips on getting gussied up for celebrations and festivals across the globe, so don your disguise and plan a trip!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Carnival costumes are all about feathers and sequins.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Carnival:<\/b> Trinidad and Tobago<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

Sequins, feathers, jewels, headdresses… Carnival costumes are some of the most colorful and elaborate you\u2019ll ever see! This annual street party boasts lively parades packed with decorated dancers and gives everyone a chance to flaunt their best festival dress.<\/span><\/p>\n

One part of the festivities, <\/span>J\u2019Ouvert<\/span><\/i>, takes place before sunrise and involves throwing paint and flour, so you\u2019ll be wearing a \u201ccostume\u201d no matter what!<\/span><\/p>\n

Mardi Gras<\/b>:<\/span> New Orleans<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Beads are for beginners. Real revelers will attend one of the many parades (you knew there were multiple, right?) in wigs, venetian masks, tutus, crowns, oversized bow ties, face paint, papier-m\u00e2ch\u00e9 heads, and more!<\/span><\/p>\n

There aren\u2019t really many rules: Want to wear a ballgown? Go ahead. A skeleton suit? Sure! A frock coat? As long as you\u2019re dancing. Just keep in mind that gold, purple, and green are the go-to colors.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Leave the kids at home for this devilish festival.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Correfoc<\/b>:<\/strong> Palma de Mallorca, Spain<\/strong>
\n<\/span><\/a>Not every costumed fest is a free-spirited good time\u2014some are downright scary! Correfoc in Spain translates to \u201cfire runs,\u201d and there are plenty of pyrotechnics and demon costumes filling the streets for a frightening night.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s most celebrated on the island of Palma de Mallorca, and the city of Palma hosts bonfires and concerts in town squares. There are pointy horns, devil masks, flaming pitchforks, and fire breathers, so leave the children at home and wear something red. \u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

Junkanoo<\/b>: The Bahamas<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

It may<\/span> seem like Junkanoo costumes are the same as Carnival getups\u2014they do both feature feathers aplenty. But there\u2019s a distinct difference for this street parade celebrated throughout the Bahamas, and especially in<\/span> Nassau<\/span><\/a>: intricate masks.<\/span><\/p>\n

The festival draws heavily from African culture with traditional rhythms played on goatskin drums, cowbells, and horns. And while you may pack a Carnival-esque headdress, be on the lookout for local celebrants sporting masks inspired by African tribes.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Are you prepared for a full week of pirate costumes?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Pirate Week<\/b>: Cayman Islands<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

There\u2019s rich pirate history throughout the Caribbean, but the Cayman Islands celebrate it more than most with a week of pirate-themed parties. Events are on land and<\/span> at sea, and yarrr going to feel out of place if you don\u2019t have the Jolly Roger on your hat or a cutlass on your belt. Hunt for treasure, dance to live music, and dress up like Captain Hook or Blackbeard.<\/span><\/p>\n

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“Cosplay” or “costume play” is on full display at Comic Con.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Comic Con<\/b>: Seattle<\/a> and Los Angeles<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Comic book fans have always been keen on costumes. As the panels and guests have expanded to include movies (consider the many Marvel blockbusters), Los Angeles is now a top Comic Con spot. Seattle is another city that takes comic culture seriously, so whether you\u2019re a fan of Wonder Woman, Batman, Star Trek, The Legend of Zelda, or Ninja Turtles, mark a comic con event on your travel list!<\/span><\/p>\n

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The halloween tradition of dressing up comes from an ancient Celtic festival.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Halloween<\/b>: New York City<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Last but not least, nobody does Halloween like New York City. Artists, actors, and eccentric residents have been going all out at the Greenwich Village Halloween Parade for nearly 50 years!<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>Ghostbusters, giant puppets, zombie flash mobs, parade floats, ghouls, goblins, celebrities… There\u2019s no shortage to what you may see in the Big Apple on Halloween, so bring your A game and see thousands of costumes from creative to creepy.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Have costume, will party. 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