Arnold Rits (72) is the construction coordinator of the big afternoon procession. From childhood he has been caught by the relief and for almost twenty years in the construction hall of the 8 October Vereeniging. He sends the volunteers who have been building the cars since August.
King’s Day, Carnival, Dia de Los Muertos
This year the theme is ‘A world full of connection: a world full of celebration’ and that can already be seen in the shed. From the Venetian carnival, the Oktoberfest to Dia de Los Muertos. “But Christmas and King’s Day are also not missing,” says Arnold.
There is no parade without his volunteer group. That is why the builder is also happy with the new growth this year. “We made a call last year and quite a few people came to that. We are very happy with that, but we can always use more.”
Since 2016 Alkmaar Relief Recognized as an intangible heritage.