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No Charge for Policing at the Limassol Carnival

February 3, 2026

Limassol is preparing for the carnival with a focus on safety. This year, there will be no charge for policing the events, as announced by Mayor Giannis Armeftis. The cooperation between the police and the municipality will begin on Clean Thursday and culminate with the big parade on February 22. However, there was a dispute regarding the policing charges from the previous carnival. Traffic regulations will restrict vehicle use in the city center on Clean Thursday.