What's on in Nord-Pas de Calais

Bailleul Carnival
12 - 15 Feb 2010 (annual)
Bailleul-Mont des Cats
A carnival has taken place in Bailleul around Shrove Tuesday since 1853. Visit for four days of processions, chaired by the 'Gargantua Giant', one of 50 floats that wind their way through town.

Dunkirk Carnival
23 Jan - 6 Mar 2010 (annual)
Dunkerque
The pre-eminent springtime event in northern France, the Dunkirk Carnival incorporates both a spectacular street procession and a series of balls, which take place over a six-week period. The…
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