All is ready for the Sunday parades of devil-masked characters down Avenida de los Flambones in the city of La Vega. Approximately 30 groups prepare all year for the event. The event is organized by the Union Carnavalesca Vegana (UCAVE). The first carnival warm-up is scheduled for Sunday, 6 February, with the final parade set for Sunday, 27 February. Some of the costumes weigh has much as 40 pounds and can cost up to US$1,000. The parades of the fantasy creatures brings thousands of visitors to La Vega every year.