Kurentovanje (koo-rahn-toh-VAHN-yay) is the most popular carnival event in Slovenia and the central figure of the carnival, the Kurent, is believed to chase away winter and usher in spring. The day will be filled with costumes, a parade, food and drink, heritage and fuzzy Kurents.
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The 2nd annual Cleveland Kurentovanje Parade and Festival was held Saturday March 1, 2014. Kurentovanje is the most popular carnival event in Slovenia and the central figure of the carnival, the Kurent, is believed to chase away winter and usher in spring with its supernatural powers. Here are some highlights of the parade featuring the Kurents, a Princess, red and black devils, music and more.
More about Kurentovanje: http://clevelandkurentovanje.com/