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Traditional costume parade in Straubing: A celebration of tradition and community
Thousands experienced the traditional costume parade at the Gäubodenvolksfest in Straubing, which takes place from August 10th to 19th. Brass music and traditions await the guests.
Traditional costume parade in Straubing: A celebration of tradition and community
The Gäubodenvolksfest in Straubing, an important cultural event, attracts thousands of visitors every year. With around 1.3 million guests, it is considered the second largest folk festival in Bavaria and is intensively prepared and celebrated by the local community.
Tradition and sense of community
A highlight of the festival is the large traditional costume parade, which brings numerous traditional costume and music groups as well as craft guilds to the city center of Straubing. This year around 3,500 participants took part and presented proud traditional costumes in a colorful spectacle. The event took place in mild summer weather and attracted numerous onlookers. The approximately two kilometer long route ended at the fairground, where the folk festival begins.
Striking differences from other festivals
A key feature of the Gäubodenvolksfest is the lack of the traditional tapping that is often found at other major Bavarian festivals such as Oktoberfest. The former mayor Otto Höchtl abandoned this tradition in the 1950s in order to show respect to the people of Munich. This decision still shapes the festival today and represents it as an independent event.
A special time for the city
The ten days of the Gäubodenvolksfest are celebrated as the “fifth season” by the residents of the city, which number almost 50,000. During this time, social life flourishes and the community grows closer together. In order to offer festival visitors a pleasant experience, drinking water fountains were once again installed, which had proven their worth in the previous year in extreme heat.
Official opening and prominent speakers
The official opening of the festival is scheduled for Saturday, August 10th at 10 a.m. Economics Minister Hubert Aiwanger from the Free Voters and Transport Minister Christian Bernreiter from the CSU are expected to be keynote speakers to launch the event with a celebratory ceremony. The festival itself lasts until August 19th and offers a wide range of activities and attractions for the whole family.
Conclusion
The Gäubodenvolksfest not only showcases Bavarian tradition, but also promotes local cohesion. The variety of activities and the appealing atmosphere make the festival an indispensable part of Bavarian culture. It is a place where people come together to celebrate community and create unforgettable memories.