Last night, I had the opportunity to go to the Cape Town Carnival. This was after a great deal of deliberation, due to the fact that there was also a Ballroom Dancing social last night. However, I eventually decided that, since there are a number of socials I can attend, and only one carnival, I would rather go to that. After all, who knows when I'll be in Cape Town for another one?
It was tons of fun! It was wonderful seeing so many people participating -- young, old, male, female, black, white, and a whole lot in between. I missed the first few floats, because I was standing in a ridiculously long queue to get some food (Note to self: eat before the carnival next time!), but I could still see a little bit from where I was. It was absolutely amazing! There was a humongous flower, a weird voodoo looking float, a pirate ship, a praying mantis, and a lot more that I honestly couldn't figure out. The costumes were bright and imaginative (and some a little scary), and it was clear how much effort had been put into the event.
Unfortunately, I wasn't able to get any photos -- I'll need to get a camera sometime, and then I can really capture all these moments! But it really was a great night, which was topped off by a dinner with the YSA at Quay Four at the Waterfront. Overall, it was a great night! Thanks to my Institute class for persuading me to go! :)
