The Bethany Beach Jazz Funeral tradition returned this past weekend to bid farewell to the end of another summer season. The event, organized by CoastTV, has been a beloved tradition in the Bethany Beach community for over 30 years.
The Jazz Funeral kicked off with a New Orleans-style procession down the boardwalk, led by a Dixieland band playing somber tunes. Mourners dressed in creative funeral attire, with many donning black clothing adorned with colorful beads and feathers. The procession made its way to the beach, where a symbolic casket representing the end of summer was laid to rest in a mock gravesite.
Attendees paid their respects with speeches and eulogies honoring the passing of summer, sharing humorous anecdotes and fond memories of the season. The event was a mix of somber reflection and lighthearted celebration, with participants embracing the quirky and festive atmosphere.
Despite the solemn undertones, the Jazz Funeral was a joyful event filled with music, laughter, and a sense of community. The tradition serves as a unique way for residents and visitors to come together and acknowledge the changing of seasons and the passage of time.
CoastTV expressed their gratitude for the continued support of the Bethany Beach community and noted that the Jazz Funeral would not be possible without the participation and enthusiasm of the attendees. The event serves as a reminder of the strong sense of camaraderie and spirit of togetherness that characterizes the Bethany Beach community.
As the sun set on another summer season, the Bethany Beach Jazz Funeral provided a poignant and festive farewell, marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of the next in this vibrant coastal town.
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