Carnival processions are held in almost every town and bigger village throughout Medjimurje. The most impressive one passes through the centre of Čakovec with procession participants wearing spectacular traditional masks typical for Medjimurje. Round 10.000 visitors come each year to enjoy the entertainment program and carnival antics.
More than 1500 performers from entire Croatia and abroad pass through the city in three days.Three-part program includes general public carnival, carnival for children and carnival with traditional masks.