"parade helpers"

#12781508

21 Sep 2025

Volunteers of the Bavarian Red Cross hand out water to participants of the Trachten- und Schuetzenzug, the traditional costume and riflemen's parade, during the annual Oktoberfest in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, on September 21, 2025. With high temperatures, the aid stations along the parade route provide essential support for groups in historical uniforms, musicians, and dancers marching through the city.

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#12781509

21 Sep 2025

Volunteers of the Bavarian Red Cross hand out water to participants of the Trachten- und Schuetzenzug, the traditional costume and riflemen's parade, during the annual Oktoberfest in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, on September 21, 2025. With high temperatures, the aid stations along the parade route provide essential support for groups in historical uniforms, musicians, and dancers marching through the city.

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#12781511

21 Sep 2025

Volunteers of the Bavarian Red Cross hand out water to participants of the Trachten- und Schuetzenzug, the traditional costume and riflemen's parade, during the annual Oktoberfest in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, on September 21, 2025. With high temperatures, the aid stations along the parade route provide essential support for groups in historical uniforms, musicians, and dancers marching through the city.

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#11818796

29 Nov 2024

Santa's Elfen Helpers entertain the crowds on Central Park West during the 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York, United States, on November 28, 2024.

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#11756719

9 Nov 2024

In Mittenwald, Bavaria, on September 7, 2024, the village comes alive with the familiar bleating of sheep as they make their way through the narrow streets, signaling the end of their time in the high summer pastures. Led by the shepherds and their eager young helpers, the herd moves steadily through the picturesque violin-making village. Dressed in traditional attire, the shepherds' boys confidently walk beside the flock, their wooden staffs in hand, learning the craft from those before them. Villagers gather to watch the procession, sitting outside their homes adorned with vibrant flower boxes, adding a splash of color to the pastoral scene. The rich traditions of this alpine village, nestled in the Bavarian mountains, are on full display as the herd slowly makes its way toward the Schafstadl above the Groblalm. This event is more than just a seasonal chore; it is a celebration of heritage, a visual reminder of the connection between the community and its agricultural roots. The sight of sheep filling the streets, the rhythmic sound of hooves, and the generations walking together create a timeless atmosphere in the village, where history and everyday life blend seamlessly.

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#11756721

9 Nov 2024

The streets of Mittenwald, Germany, on September 7, come alive with the sound of bleating as the village's sheep make their way from the high summer pastures back to the safety of the valley. Shepherds, along with their young helpers, guide the large woolly herd through the picturesque violin-making village. The shepherds' boys, dressed in traditional attire, walk confidently alongside the flock, their wooden staffs in hand, ensuring the animals stay on course as they head toward the Schafstadl above the Groblalm. The narrow village streets, lined with charming homes adorned with vibrant flower boxes, seem to step back in time as the sheep fill the road, their fleece a soft, moving sea of white, brown, and black. The villagers watch as the age-old tradition unfolds, a reminder of the deep-rooted connection between the people of Mittenwald and their alpine surroundings. This annual event not only marks the end of summer but also reinforces the bond between the community and its pastoral heritage. It is a moment when the village comes together to celebrate the rhythms of rural life, with the shepherds and their boys leading the way, keeping the traditions of their forefathers alive.

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#10680418

23 Oct 2023

We are ready for Christmas dressed as one of Santa's helpers for the 33rd Annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in Tompkins Square Park on Oct. 21, 2023. (Photo: Gordon Donovan)

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#9281550

5 Dec 2022

UZHHOROD, UKRAINE - DECEMBER 4, 2022 - Both adults and children dressed in New Year costumes volunteer for the charity parade of Saint Nicholas helpers held under the slogan 'Welcome Saint Nicholas - Help Ukrainian Armed Forces', Uzhhorod, Zakarpattia Region, western Ukraine. NO USE RUSSIA. NO USE BELARUS.

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#9281552

5 Dec 2022

UZHHOROD, UKRAINE - DECEMBER 4, 2022 - Both adults and children dressed in New Year costumes walk along the Uzh River during the charity parade of Saint Nicholas helpers held under the slogan 'Welcome Saint Nicholas - Help Ukrainian Armed Forces', Uzhhorod, Zakarpattia Region, western Ukraine. NO USE RUSSIA. NO USE BELARUS.

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#9281554

5 Dec 2022

UZHHOROD, UKRAINE - DECEMBER 4, 2022 - Volunteers dressed in New Year costumes hold placards during the charity parade of Saint Nicholas helpers held under the slogan 'Welcome Saint Nicholas - Help Ukrainian Armed Forces, Uzhhorod, Zakarpattia Region, western Ukraine.NO USE RUSSIA. NO USE BELARUS.

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#9281556

5 Dec 2022

UZHHOROD, UKRAINE - DECEMBER 4, 2022 - A girl is pictured during the charity parade of Saint Nicholas helpers held under the slogan 'Welcome Saint Nicholas - Help Ukrainian Armed Forces', Uzhhorod, Zakarpattia Region, western Ukraine. NO USE RUSSIA. NO USE BELARUS.

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#9281558

5 Dec 2022

UZHHOROD, UKRAINE - DECEMBER 4, 2022 - The banner reads in Ukrainian 'Point of Invincibility' during the charity parade of Saint Nicholas helpers held under the slogan 'Welcome Saint Nicholas - Help Ukrainian Armed Forces', Uzhhorod, Zakarpattia Region, western Ukraine.NO USE RUSSIA. NO USE BELARUS.

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#9281560

5 Dec 2022

UZHHOROD, UKRAINE - DECEMBER 4, 2022 - Volunteers toss their Santa hats up in the air during the charity parade of Saint Nicholas helpers held under the slogan 'Welcome Saint Nicholas - Help Ukrainian Armed Forces', Uzhhorod, Zakarpattia Region, western Ukraine. NO USE RUSSIA. NO USE BELARUS.

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#9281562

5 Dec 2022

UZHHOROD, UKRAINE - DECEMBER 4, 2022 - Both adults and children dressed in New Year costumes volunteer for the charity parade of Saint Nicholas helpers held under the slogan 'Welcome Saint Nicholas - Help Ukrainian Armed Forces', Uzhhorod, Zakarpattia Region, western Ukraine. NO USE RUSSIA. NO USE BELARUS.

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#9281564

5 Dec 2022

UZHHOROD, UKRAINE - DECEMBER 4, 2022 - Both adults and children dressed in New Year costumes volunteer for the charity parade of Saint Nicholas helpers held under the slogan 'Welcome Saint Nicholas - Help Ukrainian Armed Forces', Uzhhorod, Zakarpattia Region, western Ukraine. NO USE RUSSIA. NO USE BELARUS.

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#9281566

5 Dec 2022

UZHHOROD, UKRAINE - DECEMBER 4, 2022 - Children dressed in New Year costumes partake in the charity parade of Saint Nicholas helpers held under the slogan 'Welcome Saint Nicholas - Help Ukrainian Armed Forces', Uzhhorod, Zakarpattia Region, western Ukraine.NO USE RUSSIA. NO USE BELARUS.

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