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Carnival Events Cancelled in Nicosia Due to Weather

Published February 20, 2026, 14:09
Carnival Events Cancelled in Nicosia Due to Weather

The Municipalities of Lakatamia, Latsia – Geri, and South Nicosia – Idalia have decided to cancel the scheduled carnival events and Clean Monday celebrations, which were scheduled for February 22 and 23, 2026, due to the forecast of unstable weather conditions. This decision was made after an assessment of the meteorological data and with the safety of citizens as a priority. Specifically, the events at the E' Primary School in Lakatamia, at the Linear Park in Lakatamia, at Lourka Forest in the Municipality of Latsia – Geri, and at the “Paradeisia” area in the Municipality of South Nicosia – Idalia are cancelled. The municipal authorities expressed their understanding for any disappointment this decision may cause. The safety of residents and visitors was the top priority, given that the events were intended to take place in outdoor spaces. The decision was deemed necessary to avoid accidents due to adverse weather conditions.