Farsanghoz
Farsanghoz is a traditional Hungarian festival that marks the end of winter and the arrival of spring. Celebrated primarily in Hungary and regions with Hungarian communities, it typically occurs in late winter, often during February or March, depending on local customs and the lunar calendar. The festival is characterized by vibrant parades, costumes, masked dances, and various cultural events designed to chase away winter’s gloom and welcome the renewal of nature.
Historically, Farsanghoz has roots in pagan fertility rites and agricultural traditions aimed at ensuring a fruitful
A key element of the celebration is the consumption of traditional foods, including sweet pastries, doughnuts,
Farsanghoz also shares similarities with other European pre-Lenten festivals like Carnival and Mardi Gras, emphasizing merrymaking