Philadelphia Mummers Parade Turns Ugly: Chaos and Violence Erupts at Annual Event

The Philadelphia Mummers parade turned ugly after a spectator grabbed a Trump flag, sparking a fracas and chants of 'f***ing liberal.'

The Philadelphia Mummers parade turned violent when a spectator grabbed a Trump flag from one of the participants, sparking a confrontation and chants of 'f***ing liberal.' The incident occurred around 2:30pm during the annual folk parade when a spectator grabbed the flag during the procession.

A video of the altercation surfaced on social media, showing the exchange escalating as cheers are heard from the crowd, 'Yeah bro ....yeah f*** him up ... f*** him up.' The post garnered more than 181k views, with the caption 'Liberal tries to steal Trump flag from Philadelphia Mummer at New Years Parade, gets punched in the face.'

The video shows the spectator having a heated exchange with the parade participant, who then punches the man in the face. The event has been billed as the longest-running traditional folk parade in the country and has been compared to Mardi Gras in New Orleans. The first official Philadelphia Mummers Parade took place in 1901.

The annual New Year's Day parade features more than 10,000 adults and children clad in colorful costumes as they strut down the city streets. The event is a lively celebration that has been a tradition for over a century. Participants spend a year working on their entertainment and costumes for the parade.

The parade route starts at 17th and Market, goes to City Hall, down Broad Street, and ends at Washington Avenue. The event is known for its elaborate costumes, skits, and performances. The mummers devote an entire year to crafting their costumes, writing their skits, and rehearsing their performances.

The video of the altercation sparked mixed reactions from viewers, with some defending the participant and others sympathizing with the spectator. The incident has raised questions about the behavior of parade participants and spectators, with some attributing the altercation to alcohol consumption. The incident has also sparked curiosity about the mummers and their traditions.

The Philadelphia Mummers Parade is a longstanding tradition that has been celebrated for over a century. The event is known for its colorful costumes, lively performances, and festive atmosphere. However, the recent altercation has raised concerns about the conduct of participants and spectators, and has sparked a debate about the traditions and customs of the parade.

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