Between 25 and 28 May 2012, professional performers as well as all sorts of people in colourful parade costumes will be celebrating the Carnival of Cultures in the streets of Berlin. The highlight of the event is the street parade on Whit Sunday, which sees over 5,000 people from 70 countries brought together by music, dance and the arts. A children's carnival and a variety of parties provide entertainment for all the family.