Weiberfastnacht 2025: A festival full of costumes and the best atmosphere in the park hotel!

Weiberfastnacht 2025: A festival full of costumes and the best atmosphere in the park hotel!

On February 28, 2025, the large hall of the Kolpinghaus Parkhotel in Fulda turned into a colorful festive area when the event "Brääder never Weiberfastnacht" took place for the twelfth time. Under the motto of the women's power, costumed women celebrated in a festive party atmosphere and ensured an exuberant atmosphere. Six old marginal states, including the Florengäßner Brunnenzeche, the suburban citizens' association, the Fulda Freizeit- und Carneval Klub as well as the groups Nordend, Südend and Ostendia, took part in the festival, which was moderated by Achim Hilfenhaus.

The women's carnival is an integral part of the carnival season and is celebrated on Thursday before Ash Wednesday. This tradition is particularly important for women because on this day they have the opportunity to celebrate in colorful costumes and question the social rules. Historically, the festival goes back to a protest campaign of washing women in 1824, which stormed the town hall in Beuel during the carnival. This tradition has been kept to this day, and so men can hand over their ties against a kiss of women on this day, a tradition that is known as "Kiss for your tie".

festive highlights and performances

The event in Fulda offered a rich program that was enriched by appearances by dance guard and show dance groups. The lively show dances of the men's dance guards, such as the Eichenzeller Schreckschruwe and Doppel D, captivated the audience. Musical support came from the popular DJ Mäh, while Sven Hohmann, also known as "the Schlagerfuzzi", provided further entertainment.

In addition, those present enjoyed the special performances of the men's dance guards, which led to enthusiastic reactions. For the first time, the prince couples from the region presented themselves, including the Künzeller prince couple Timo and Sabine as well as Fuldas Prince Johannes Caravanicus LXXXII. With his entourage. These cheerful highlights underlined the festive atmosphere and the importance of this event in the Fulda Carnival.

Weiberfastnacht, which is celebrated in many places with colorful costumes and exuberant celebrations, is more than just a festival. It embodies the sociable and humorous side of the carnival and strengthens the sense of community among women, while men often slip into the role of fools. In Fulda and the surrounding area, this was particularly noticeable on Thursday when the women of the six old marginal countries celebrated together in the Parkhotel.

The event in Fulda was not only an important cultural part of the Hessian carnival tradition, but also a symbol of emancipation and the role of women in social life. While entertaining celebrations also took place in other places such as Oberrode or Engelhelms, the Weiberfastnacht in Fulda remains a special experience that attracts numerous visitors year after year.