In pictures: Sitges' Extermination Parade closes Carnival 2026

Council estimates that 200,000 people visited coastal town despite wind, rain and uncertainty over Rodalies

Participants take part in Sitges’ Extermination Parade / Albert Segura

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First published: February 18, 2026 11:25 AM

Latest update: February 18, 2026 11:38 AM

Sitges wrapped up another Carnival with the 'Extermination Parade' on Tuesday night, bringing more than 2,000 participants and 38 floats to the streets.

Showers of confetti, high-energy choreography and sparkling, colorful costumes underscored the success of one of the main highlights of the festival, which the city council estimates drew more than 200,000 visitors during Carnival week.

The turnout came despite strong winds on Thursday that delayed the 'L'Arribo' celebrations that kicks off the carnival, rain on Friday, and uncertainty among visitors from outside the town over the reliability of Rodalies commuter trains.

More than 2,000 people participated in the parade / Albert Segura

38 different groups danced their way through the streets of Sitges / Albert Segura

Participants and spectators alike were covered in colorful confetti by the carnival clowns / Albert Segura

A participant in Sitges’ Extermination Parade / Albert Segura

Enchanting fairies brought a touch of magic to Sitges’ final Carnival celebration / Albert Segura

Some costumes stood out more than others as the parade made its way through the city / Albert Segura

Carnival Sitges Parade

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