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Edinburgh’s Carnival and Mardi Gras Return
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- Jun 9, 2026
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- 124
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Summary
Edinburgh’s streets are set to roar back to life this summer as the Festival Carnival and Mardi Gras make triumphant returns, fueled by a massive $132,000 boost from the city’s Visitor Levy. After a two-year hiatus, the Carnival rolls back on July 19th, while the Mardi Gras — previously cut short by budget woes — gets a full afternoon slot from 1 PM to 5 PM on July 18th, thanks to dedicated funding. The cash also covers council costs, security, and artist payments, ensuring a safe, vibrant spectacle expected to draw 20,000+ spectators. Councillors hailed the move as a vital, community-focused win — a rare but welcome exception to how the levy’s funds are typically spent, celebrating culture, history, and shared joy. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/16d047a30c6ce14a