For this inaugural edition, the Halloween evening in Nîmes was a great success, attracting nearly 4,000 participants. Festivities began in the afternoon with events in the city center, decorated shops, and makeup workshops offered by the City. Families from all neighborhoods shared a festive moment, marked by spooky makeup and bursts of laughter.
The highlight of the evening was the Grand Halloween Parade. Four spectacular floats, accompanied by 60 dancers, paraded through the city streets in a festive and mysterious musical atmosphere. The procession drew numerous spectators along its route, culminating on the esplanade of the Arènes (Arena) with a memorable finale.
Corinne Giacometti, deputy for festivities and major events, expressed her delight at the success of this first edition: 'Seeing so many families gathered in the streets, children amazed by the floats and dancers, and shops playing along with the atmosphere, is exactly the spirit we wanted to give to this evening.' She thanked all the municipal services, associations, partners, and participants for their contribution to the event's success.
This parade helped to energize the heart of the city and offered the Nîmois (residents of Nîmes) a new moment of sharing and conviviality.
