1. Event overview
The Radeburger Faschingsumzug on 15 February 2026 is the largest carnival parade in Saxony. The carnival parade features 80 groups and around 2,500 active participants, including floats, marching bands, dance groups and costumed performers. The event draws thousands of visitors to the streets of Radeburg for one of the region’s biggest carnival celebrations.
This carnival parade, often referred to as the Radeburg carnival or Faschingsumzug, highlights local tradition, community clubs and volunteer performers and is a key date in the regional carnival calendar.
2. Broadcast changes and livestream
A regional broadcaster cancelled its planned coverage shortly before the event due to budget cuts and a decision to prioritize a football match. After that cancellation, the local carnival club took steps to make the parade accessible to a wider audience by arranging its own live coverage.
RCC’s livestream
The Radeburger Carnevals-Club (RCC) stepped in to stream the parade independently and professionally on a major video platform. The live production includes moderated commentary, drone footage and on-the-ground reporters. The club also made the stream available for viewers to watch again after the event, ensuring those who cannot attend in person can still enjoy the carnival parade.
What viewers can expect
The livestream aims to capture the parade atmosphere with multiple camera perspectives, interviews with participants, and aerial shots for a comprehensive viewer experience. This production approach helps maintain visibility for the performers and groups despite the original broadcast cancellation.
- Moderation and live commentary during the parade
- Drone footage for aerial views of floats and crowds
- On-site reporters interviewing participants and visitors
- Replay available after the live event for on-demand viewing
3. Travel and accessibility
The historic Lößnitzgrundbahn adjusted its timetable to improve access to the parade. Special schedule changes were arranged to make it easier for visitors to travel to and from Radeburg on the day of the event.
| Direction | Station | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Outbound | Departure from Radebeul Ost | 10:26 |
| Return | Return from Radeburg | 16:36 |
| Please plan travel and arrive early to avoid crowds. | ||
Adjustments like these help thousands of visitors reach the parade more comfortably. Attendees are encouraged to use public transport where possible and to allow extra time for arrivals and departures on the event day.
4. How to watch, attend, and save the date
Mark your calendar for 15 February 2026. If you cannot attend in person, the Radeburger Carnevals-Club will stream the parade live on a popular video platform; the stream is produced professionally and will also be available to watch again. For on-site visitors, expect a lively route with many floats and performances and arrive early to secure a good viewing spot.
- Plan to arrive early and use adjusted public transport services to reach the parade.
- Look for the club’s official channel on the streaming platform shortly before the event to watch the live broadcast and replays.
- Follow safety guidance from event staff and respect performers and fellow visitors.
Whether you attend in person or watch the livestream, the parade offers family-friendly entertainment, colorful costumes, and a chance to enjoy regional carnival traditions.
5. Support, costs, and source note
The independent livestream production was organized at a cost of 10,000 euros. The Radeburger Carnevals-Club seeks donations to help cover these expenses and to support future events. Community support, small donations, and volunteer help all play an important role in keeping the carnival parade accessible and professionally presented.
How you can help
Those who want to help can look for official channels from the local carnival club to find donation options and updates about volunteer opportunities. Every contribution supports production costs and helps preserve the tradition of the carnival parade.
Note on sources: research for this article found four valid sources of information about the event and livestream; additional sources mentioned in searches were not available. The details above are drawn from the verified information that could be confirmed.
