About this picture: Carnival (Carnaval, (Carnavali), Carnevale, Carnestoltes, Carnaval, Karneval, Carnaval and Karnawa³ in Portuguese, Greek, Italian, Catalan, French, Dutch, German, Spanish and Polish languages) is a festive season which occurs immediately before Lent; the main events are usually during January and February.
Carnival typically involves a public celebration or parade combining some elements of a circus, masque and public street party.
People often dress up or masquerade during the celebrations, which mark an overturning of daily life.
- Miami Carnival 2009 - Taking place on October 11, 2009 in Downtown Miami
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