Every New Year since colonial times the Mummers have paraded through the streets of Philadelphia. Originally, they went door to door dressed like "wenches" and "asking" for drinks. By the 1890s the sequin and feather clad string bands were added and you have the show pretty much as it is today.
Of course, in 1995 yours truly and his better half marched with the Goodtimers and even won the 10th prize for best couple.
It's the oldest urban folk tradition in America and an all day party on Broad St. from South Philly to Center City. Be there! Happy New Year. (Click on the photo to see more of the Mummers.)
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