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Floralia Voorthuizen is an annual flower parade held in the Dutch village of Voorthuizen, located in the province of Gelderland. The event takes place on the third Saturday of September, attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year and serving as a significant part of local traditions and festivities.
History
[edit]This Floralia was founded in March 1933 at the initiative of the late Mr W. Koopman and Mr C. Scheeper. Their goal was to instil a love for flowers and plants in children. To achieve this, cuttings were sold in the spring, and those who cultivated the most beautiful plant received a prize. The cultivated plants at the time mainly included fuchsia, begonia, salvia, ageratum, and coleus. The judging took place during an exhibition, the precursor to the current presentation.
During the Second World War, the event was put on hold, and after the war, the funds were depleted. With only 35 cents, a restart was initiated. Through collective efforts, such as potting plants themselves, the organisers managed to revive the event.
In 1953, the first flower queen, "Flora I", was introduced to add extra prestige to the festival. During the 1970s, participation in large parade floats declined, which negatively affected the parade's overall appeal. The governing board at the time decided to restructure the event into a full-fledged flower festival, removing the bazaar and placing greater emphasis on flowers. This change led to a revival and an improvement in quality.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the traditional parade could not take place in 2020 and 2021. Instead, the Dahlia Days were introduced, during which residents and associations created their own floral displays or tableaux, which were placed along a designated cycling route. This concept proved to be a great success, partly because it was one of the few events that could still take place at the time. The cycling route showcasing the various creations made the event more accessible to a wider audience. Since then, the Dahlia Days have become a permanent part of Floralia Voorthuizen.
Flower Parade
[edit]The Floralia Voorthuizen flower parade consists of beautifully decorated floats adorned with flowers, making their way through the streets of Voorthuizen. The floats are built by various neighbourhoods, groups of friends, and youth organisations. Dahlias are commonly used, similar to other well-known flower parades in the Netherlands, such as the Bloemencorso Zundert and the Bloemencorso Bollenstreek.
UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage
[edit]In 2021, the flower parade tradition in the Netherlands, including Floralia Voorthuizen, was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. This recognition highlights the significance of flower parades as a cultural phenomenon and acknowledges the dedication of countless volunteers who work tirelessly each year to preserve and further develop this tradition. The parade contributes to social cohesion and the cultural heritage of the Netherlands.
Organisation
[edit]The organisation of Floralia Voorthuizen is managed by a local association dedicated to preserving and developing the parade. Additionally, all parade teams operate as independent associations. Volunteers play a crucial role in the preparation and execution of the event.
Similar Events
[edit]Floralia Voorthuizen is part of a broader tradition of flower parades in the Netherlands and Belgium. Other well-known parades include the Bloemencorso Valkenswaard, Bloemencorso Lichtenvoorde, and Bloemencorso Sint-Gillis-bij-Dendermonde.
External Links
[edit]Official website: https://floraliavoorthuizen.nl/