Karneval / Fasching
Feb 4 – 9, 2027
Why demand moves
Carnival week before Lent, biggest in Cologne, Düsseldorf and Mainz: costumes, parties, drinks and sweets peak.
What peaks
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Compare how many businesses of each busy type are near a place with the country as a whole: gaps, typical or crowded. Free accounts get one check a month; paid plans get more.
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Costume rental
Low start-up costKey dates
Start getting ready
Dec 24 · 6 weeks before
Starts
Feb 4 · In 108 days
Ends
Feb 9
Get ready checklist
Stock costumes in January
Questions about Karneval / Fasching in Germany
When is Karneval / Fasching 2027 in Germany?
Karneval / Fasching 2027 in Germany runs from February 4, 2027 to February 9, 2027.
Which businesses are busiest during Karneval / Fasching?
party rentals, bars & pubs, bakeries and craft stores see the most demand. Carnival week before Lent, biggest in Cologne, Düsseldorf and Mainz: costumes, parties, drinks and sweets peak.
When should businesses start preparing for Karneval / Fasching?
About 6 weeks before — from December 24, 2026 for Karneval / Fasching 2027. Stock costumes in January
What business can I start for Karneval / Fasching?
Ideas for Karneval / Fasching: costume rental (low start-up cost).