Editing Limassol (section)

=== Festivals ===
[[File:Reflect Festival 2023, Molos Exhibition.png|right|thumb|Reflect Festival 2023 stands at [[Limassol Molos]]]]
[[File:Carnival in Limassol 2014 (12887507525).jpg|thumb|Costumes in the 2014 [[Limassol Carnival Festival|Limassol Carnival]]]]
Limassol is renowned in Cyprus for its vibrant festivals, most notably the [[Limassol Carnival Festival|Carnival]] and [[Wine Festival of Cyprus|Wine Festival]]. The Limassol Carnival, a ten-day event filled with joyful and amusing masquerades, has ancient roots tracing back to [[Paganism|pagan]] rituals. Over time, it has evolved into a purely entertaining spectacle with widespread popularity. The festivities kick off with the entrance parade of the King (or Queen) Carnival, followed by a children’s [[Costume party|fancy-dress]] competition. The Grand Carnival parade on [[Makariou Avenue, Limassol|Makariou Avenue]] attracts large crowds from across the island, who come to watch the floats, [[serenade]]s, and various masqueraded groups. Each night, numerous hotels host fancy-dress balls and parties.'''''<ref name="CyprusEvents">{{cite web |last=CyprusEvents.net |year=2011 |title=Limassol events |url=http://www.cyprusevents.net/annual/limassol-events |access-date=5 July 2011 |work=cyprusevents.net}}</ref>'''''

In early October, the grand [[Wine Festival of Cyprus]] takes place in the [[Limassol Public Gardens]], running every evening from 08:00 to 23:00. During this festival, visitors can sample some of the finest Cypriot wines free of charge. The event also features [[Folk dance|folk dancing]] performances by groups from Cyprus and abroad, as well as choir performances and other entertainment.'''''<ref name="CyprusEvents" />'''''

Other notable festivals in Limassol include the [https://www.limassoltourism.com/en/things-to-do/activities/festival-events/street-life-festival Limassol Street Life Festival] and the [https://www.limassol.org.cy/en/Anthestiria Flower Festival (Anthestiria)] in May, the [https://www.limassol.org.cy/en/Kataklismos#:~:text=Kataklysmos%20%28Flood%20Festival%29%20Kataklysmos%20is%20a%20water-based%20festival,in%20honour%20of%20the%20goddess%20Aphrodite%20and%20Adonis. Flood Festival (Kataklysmos)] and [https://www.limassoltourism.com/en/things-to-do/activities/festival-events/shakespeare-festival Shakespeare Festival] in June, and the [[International Festival of Ancient Greek Drama, Cyprus|Festival of Ancient Greek Drama]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Limassol's Must-See Events and Festivals - Limassol Tourism Board |url=https://www.limassoltourism.com/en/things-to-do/activities/festival-events/ |access-date=2024-09-22 |website=www.limassoltourism.com}}</ref>

Additionally, Limassol introduced its first [[Beer festival|Beer Festival]] in July 2003. This three-day seaside dance festival in the city center offers a variety of Cypriot and imported beers. The festival is free to enter, with beers sold at low prices and a mix of international music providing the soundtrack.'''''<ref>{{cite web |title=Limassol Festivals – Limassol Annual Events. |url=http://www.Limassol.com/v/festivals/ |work=limassol.com}}</ref>'''''

Limassol also hosted the sixth [[Junior Eurovision Song Contest]] at the [[Spyros Kyprianou Athletic Center|Spyros Kyprianou Athletic Centre]].'''''<ref>{{Cite web |title=Junior Eurovision 2008 |url=https://eurovisionworld.com/junior-eurovision/2008 |access-date=2024-03-12 |website=Eurovisionworld |language=en-gb}}</ref>'''''