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Fantasy Fest

Fantasy Fest transforms the streets of Old Town into a vibrant celebration filled with spectacular costumes, lively parades, and parties. Attendees can watch and participate in themed events such as the Masquerade March, a street fair, and the grand Fantasy Fest Parade down Duval Street. Throughout the island, dozens of venues host costume contests, themed gatherings, and live entertainment.

Oct 16 – Oct 25, 2026

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Plan Your Visit

Food & Drink

Bars and vendors provide to-go drinks; open alcoholic drinks must stay within the Fantasy Zone, and glass containers are not allowed there.

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (2/5)

Best For

Costume-loving adults and partygoers

Vibe

Colorful, lively, theatrical

Energy Level

High

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Leave cars behind and navigate the island by walking, bicycling, taking pedicabs, or using local buses.
  • Do not bring backpacks, coolers, packages, water guns, weapons, or replica weapons, as they are not allowed.
  • Keep open alcoholic drinks inside the designated Fantasy Zone, and avoid bringing any glass containers into the area.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Royal Coronation is held on the first day, and Goombay Festival runs on the first two days.
  • Annual events take place Monday through Thursday, including the Fantasy Fest 5K run/walk on Monday and the Headdress Ball on Thursday.
  • The last Friday features the Fantasy Market, Masquerade March, and Living Art Expo; the parade is on the last Saturday.
  • This season, plastic festival cups have been replaced with Ball Aluminum Cups, with recycling bins around the Fantasy Zone.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the rules regarding body painting and public decency?

Nudity is illegal on public property and in public view at all times, requiring cover-ups on city streets. Body painting must occur in enclosed or screened areas out of public view; painted female breasts are permitted only within the designated Fantasy Zone, and pasties must be worn.

Can visitors carry cocktails to-go?

To-go drinks are permitted in provided paper, plastic, or official aluminum souvenir cups, but open containers are strictly prohibited outside the Fantasy Zone. Glass containers are banned inside the zone.

Are backpacks or coolers allowed at the event?

No backpacks, coolers, packages, water guns, weapons, or replica weapons are permitted.

How far in advance should visitors plan their trip?

It is recommended to plan trips 7 to 10 months in advance to secure lodging, travel arrangements, and costumes.

Where can visitors recycle during the festival?

Recycling bins for aluminum cups are situated along the boundary of the Fantasy Zone and on every cross street within it.

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