This weekend was Fasnacht festival in Germany. Its similar to Mardi Gras and Carnival going on elsewhere in the world. The celebrations in the region started on Thursday with their culmination today. People dress up, traditionally in costumes that tease or make fun of politicians or leaders. I couldn't find a good definition online, but I'm told that it was once a time when the lower class could poke fun at the upper class and celebrate together. Each day has a different theme. There are parades and people dress up crazy.
We went to the Wiesbaden parade yesterday. Today in Mainz, one of the biggest celebrations is taking place, but Jason and I aren't going. I've heard it can get really crazy and I just don't think its a good place to be 8 months pregnant - too much smoke and I really worry about getting hit or run into. But I feel like we got a taste yesterday and it was fun to see the city out and celebrating.
We went to the Wiesbaden parade yesterday. Today in Mainz, one of the biggest celebrations is taking place, but Jason and I aren't going. I've heard it can get really crazy and I just don't think its a good place to be 8 months pregnant - too much smoke and I really worry about getting hit or run into. But I feel like we got a taste yesterday and it was fun to see the city out and celebrating.
Watching from a friend's apartment
The parade wrapped around town and lasted well over an hour and a half. I was impressed with how long it lasted!
I don't know him, but I thought this dad was pretty classy :)
The cleanup crew that followed the parade was almost as equally impressive as the parade itself. There was confetti and candy wrappers everywhere, and within 20 minutes it was like it didn't even happen.
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