The Zakynthian carnival has its roots in the time of Venetian rule.  The carnival is a celebration for everyone, with dancing, eating and drinking, it ends on the Sunday before the beginning of Lent.  Although it has a  long history, it is still very much celebrated on Zakynthos where there is much celebration with parties and dances, parades, music and fireworks and many traditional customs are re-enacted.  The festivities end with the traditional "Funeral of the Masks".

Some pictures from Carnival 2007