Carnival parade in Paderborn

The carnival parade in Paderborn represents the highlight of the local street carnival and has developed into one of the largest and most colorful parades in the region. Each year, the carnival procession winds through the city center, delighting spectators with a variety of groups and floats. The route begins and ends at Maspernplatz and passes through central streets such as Hathumarstraße, Mühlenstraße, Kisau, Westernmauer, Marienstraße, Marienplatz, Rathausplatz, Kamp, Kassler Straße, Heierstraße, and back to Maspernplatz. Along the route, commentators provide insights about the parade and introduce the participating groups and attractions. After the official end of the parade, the closing celebration begins in the festival tent. Interested groups can register for participation and receive the necessary forms on the official website of the carnival association Hasi-Palau-Paderborn e.V. ([hasi-palau-paderborn.de](https://hasi-palau-paderborn.de/event/karnevalsparade-2025-paderborn/?utm_source=openai))