Trachten- und Schützenzug

Yesterday, I posted that we went to the Parade that is held on the opening Sunday of Oktoberfest each year.  I wrote a bit about what it is and why they hold it but I only posted a quick i-phone snapshot or two.  That was simply because there were so many great costumes, bands, flags, and horses to photograph that I may have taken a few too many (is that even possible?)  That's ok though because now the parade gets its own picture post!  And deservedly so.  It was incredible to watch as  almost 9000 participants walked past, braving the rain and the new security checks, to represent their German State in traditional dress and with traditional music.  If you ever make it over to Munich for the Weis'n, make sure you also make it for the parade.  You won't be disappointed.