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Mellrichstadt celebrates 77 years of carnival: fools in top form!
Find out everything about the anniversary evening of the Mellrichstadt Carnival Society, which is celebrating its 77th session.
Mellrichstadt celebrates 77 years of carnival: fools in top form!
News season has begun and the mood in the region is great! The fifth season began on November 11th at 11:11 a.m., a date that has a very special meaning for the foolish people. In Mellrichstadt, the Mellrichstädter Carnival Society (MKG) is celebrating a remarkable anniversary this year: the society was founded 77 years ago, shortly after the end of the war. The MKG not only stands for the preservation of customs, but also ensures cohesion and foolish entertainment at a high level. Today, on November 16, 2025, we look back on the first celebrations and look forward to the upcoming events of the 2025/2026 session, where a big anniversary evening is planned.
As many people know, Carnival as a tradition has a long history. In Cologne in particular, the festival has developed over centuries. The term “Fastelovend” was first documented in the oath book of the city of Cologne in 1341, and as early as 1422 a poem describes the Cologne farmer. The historical depth of the Cologne Carnival is also linked to the “Hero Carneval”, who has been at the top since 1823 and has appeared in the form of Prince Carnival since 1871. The Cologne triumvirate, which has appeared as a unit since 1883, is an integral element of the celebrations and is traditionally embodied by men. This complex history makes Carnival in the cathedral city a special event in Germany's cultural landscape, passed down from generation to generation, despite occasional bans in the past to maintain public order.
A look at the future
The MKG plans to continue the tradition in the future and to organize the carnival in a timely manner. The celebrations and customs are not only a reason to celebrate, but also provide a space for community and regional pride. During the anniversary evenings, the connection to the region and the roots of the carnival is celebrated. Cohesion in society is particularly important, and a celebration always comes with the opportunity to bring new, creative ideas into the festive design.
For all carnival enthusiasts, there is still a lot of anticipation for the upcoming events, which not only support local customs, but also bring new facets of carnival into the spotlight. The celebration of the MKG's 77th anniversary has shown that it is still far from time to tame the fools. On the contrary, they are more willing than ever to keep the tradition alive and fill it with fresh enthusiasm. It will be interesting to see how Carnival will continue to strengthen this connection between past, present and future.
Overall, the carnival shows how important customs are for togetherness in the community. Whether in Cologne, where the triumvirate is the pinnacle of celebrations, or in smaller towns like Mellrichstadt, the fools can be found everywhere. In today's world, it is essential to preserve these cultural treasures and find new ways to celebrate them. A strong network of tradition and happy togetherness – that is carnival at its best, as the MKG shows. Looking forward to the next session, which is already in full swing in Mellrichstadt!