Walking down the Manitou Avenue costumed people are seen everywhere.
And my, how much fun they all are having at Manitou Springs Carnivale Day, even in this frigid weather.
Even though many observers were wearing coats to stay warm, the had painted faces, fun hats or masks to keep them in the spirit of Carnivale.
Some masks are handmade by the wearer, others are store bought – all are very fun to see.
There is always a contingent of ladies who carry parasols in the parade.
This year there were also umbrellas carried by observers and parade participants. Not sure if they had meant for them to be a costume piece, or just trying to keep the snow off of them.
As the park began to fill up with more and more parade participants, we all realized this could be the longest parade ever. And it was!
The creative juices were flowing in many ways this year for how people dressed.
And there are always Drummers to lead off the parade just after the balloon arch.
Many people join in and dance with them from one park to the next.
And there are always Belly Dancers in colorful costumes to entice others to join in the dancing fun.
Maybe next year you will come and join us.