Karnevals Gesellschaft Rheinischer Verein Gruen-Weiss Mardi Gras Society of Milwaukee

The Karnevals Gesellschaft Rheinischer Verein Gruen-Weiss Mardi Gras Society of Milwaukee, based in Glendale, WI, is a cultural organization dedicated to celebrating and preserving authentic German Karneval traditions. Since its establishment in 1964 by Germans from the Rhineland, the organization has become a cornerstone of German-American cultural expression in the Milwaukee area. The society specializes in organizing and hosting a comprehensive calendar of festive events that showcase the spirit of Karneval through music, dance, food, and authentic German celebration. Throughout the year, the organization coordinates major events including the Maskenball, Weiberfastnacht, Kehraus, and participates in regional celebrations like German Fest. Members and guests experience the essence of Gemütlichkeit—a distinctly German sense of warmth, coziness, and conviviality—through carefully curated festivities that blend traditional Karneval customs with contemporary community engagement. The society maintains an active meeting schedule, gathering monthly at The Bavarian Bierhaus in Glendale to foster connections among members and coordinate upcoming celebrations. With a focus on promoting German heritage as a family-oriented experience, the organization welcomes new members and participants interested in authentic cultural traditions. Whether through costume balls, ladies' night celebrations, or festival volunteering opportunities, the Karnevals Gesellschaft Rheinischer Verein Gruen-Weiss serves the Glendale and greater Milwaukee community by keeping alive the vibrant traditions of German Karneval.