The Kukeri Still Dance Evil Spirits Away in Bulgarian Villages

They have done it for centuries. Their costumes are traditional, and look as if they may vary slightly between villages. Children through elders can participate. Some villages look like they are all men dancing, while others welcome girls, or may have had women dancers all along.

They take their charge seriously. It is an act of faith, and I think community.

I hope they continue to dance away evil spirits from their neighbors.

Kukeri Dancing