Limassol, Cyprus is getting ready for a busy 2026. The city will have many cultural events to make it more exciting. Preparations are starting for the Limassol Carnival. This event will show new energy and old traditions. Also, the VIMA Art Fair will have a special project. It aims to make people think and connect with others.
The Limassol Municipality is planning the carnival. Mayor Yiannis Armeftis is leading the work. The carnival will be from February 12 to 22. This year's carnival will mix old customs with new ideas. Mayor Armeftis said the event will be better. It will be more lively and interesting. They will improve some events. However, they will keep old parts like funny floats and masks. The traditional spirit will stay strong.
Amaryllis Kyriakou will be the 2026 Limassol Carnival Queen. This is a great honour. She has helped with the carnival for many years. She started in 1985. Since 2005, she has led her own groups. Her choice shows the strong community spirit. The official program was shown at a cultural centre. This started the countdown to the carnival.
The VIMA Art Fair will also have its 2026 project. It is called "The Waves Crashing." This will be from May 15 to 17. A preview will happen on May 14. Kostas Stasinopoulos is the curator. The project will look at being connected. It will also explore time and thinking deeply. The waves are a symbol of life. They show how things change.
"The Waves Crashing" will be an art experience. There will be an exhibition. There will also be films and performances. People can join discussions. The goal is to create a special place. It will use outside areas of the venue. People can think about how we talk today. The art fair wants to help people understand our world. Both the carnival and the art fair will make Limassol's culture better in 2026. They will bring joy and connection.