It's called a "Strassenfest", literally translated, a "Street Festival"
Every year on this date, they celebrate "Mary's Ascension" to commemorate when Maria, the mother of Christ went to heaven.
One way Austrians celebrate is by having a great party. On this day it always is a Street Festival, where stands are erected to sell sweets, fruits, handmade toys and a million other things.
Of course there are benches and tables where Fried Chicken, Wiener Schnitzel, and Sausages, along with other delicacies are being served. Everybody, well almost everybody goes there, many dressed in local garb and some carry a camera.
handmade toys and furniture
as well a silly. cute decorative items.
This is the man from whom you'll get the best "sweets"
dressed in different length "Lederhosen"
straight from the farm.
a couple in genuine "Tracht"
she's a bit more modern
pretty... pretty
one of dozens of "Bier tents" where fried chicken, Wiener Schnitzel
and other goodies are served.
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