After several opening shows on Friday, the troupes present at the 60th edition of the Jambes-Namur World Folklore Festival paraded through the center of the Walloon capital on Saturday.
In total, the international event brings together some 300 dancers, singers and musicians this year. Countries represented include Chile, Thailand, Mexico, Colombia, Kenya and Poland.
Belgium is represented by the Gelmel Folklore Ensemble from Schoten, the Pas D’la Yau Ensemble from Quevaucamps as well as the Jambois de la Frairie Royale des Masuis and Cotelis.
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On Saturday, performers paraded at the weekly market in Namur. As tradition dictates, the artists were then invited to the Jardins du Maïeur for demonstrations followed by a friendly drink. The mayor of Namur, Maxime Prévot, also took the opportunity to have a little dance.
Participants of the world folklore festival in Namur, Saturday 20 August 2022.
BELGA PHOTO MAXIME ASSELBERGHS
After a gala on Saturday evening, the festivities continue on Sunday in Legs with an ecumenical ceremony, a parade as part of the flea market and a procession with musical entertainment on avenue Jean Materne, followed by an aubade and a new show in the afternoon before a grand ball which will take place in the evening.
On Monday, the performers will perform in nursing homes. An official reception is then planned at the provincial palace before a new gala which will close these four days placed under the sign of folklore.
