Parents' Guide to Grand Carnivale at Carowinds
Ashlyn Pecchio
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Grand Carnivale, the Carolinas’ must-see international festival, has returned to Carowinds for the third consecutive year. The larger-than-life celebration features fun for guests of all ages, including specially curated activities for children.
Mardi’s QR Passport to Adventure
During Grand Carnivale, guests can travel around the world to five featured countries at Carowinds. Mardi’s QR Passport to Adventure is a scavenger hunt that allows children to embark on a fun, global adventure.
To begin the adventure, children should pick up a Passport to Adventure at Carnivale Central, located near Thunder Striker. Then, join the alligator king, Mardi P. Gras, for a journey around the world. Scan the QR codes in each country and take photos with all of Mardi's friends to learn about their countries, earn stamps, and receive a grand prize once the entire adventure is complete.
Mardi’s Game Gallery
Mardi’s Game Gallery takes classic amusement park games to the next level with a fun carnivale theme. Children can challenge family and friends to games and have a blast while doing so. Everyone is a winner at Grand Carnivale, which is demonstrated by the fun prizes available for players.
Mardi’s Game Gallery is located in front of Thunder Striker.
Carnivale Crafts
Children are invited to dress to impress the King and Queen of Grand Carnivale! At Carnivale Crafts, they can create a dazzling crown, flowering lei, or a noise maker to bring to the Spectacle of Color Parade to show off their style.
The Carnivale Crafts booth is located near the Carolina Skytower.
The Spectacle of Color Parade
Take in the energy of the Spectacle of Color Parade, an experience replete with pulsing rhythms, extravagant floats, and engaging street performers. Enjoy the electrifying atmosphere while the Grand Carnivale King and Queen proceed through the park, while honoring traditions from around the world.
Along the parade route, there are three stops where guests of all ages can enjoy interactive moments of singing and dancing. Show stops take place in the County Fair, Thrill Zone and Celebration Plaza areas. The enchanting experience is a guest-favorite and will make the night one to remember.
The Spectacle of Color Parade begins each night at 8:00 PM. The parade route and show stop locations can be found in the Grand Carnivale digital event guide.
There is a world of things to do during Grand Carnivale at Carowinds! Experience the limited-time event select dates June 24 to July 9. Guests get the best value when they purchase the Grand Carnivale Bundle, which includes park admission, parking and three Grand Carnivale food tastings for as low as $39.99.
Or, purchase a 2023 Silver Season Pass to Carowinds for unlimited access to Grand Carnivale! Silver Season Passes include unlimited visits to Carowinds through October, unlimited visits to Carolina Harbor Waterpark, free parking and exclusive discounts.
