Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Fete Paradiso



This past Sunday we took the ferry to Governors Island to visit Fete Paradiso, a celebration of vintage carnival rides and carousels. Fete Paradiso takes you back in time to late 19th century early 20th century France, and entrances you in a dreamlike experience reminiscent of a Federico Fellini film.
We met our good friends Renee, Leora, and baby Edin there and had a great time eating, dancing, and riding the beautifully restored vintage rides. Fete Paradiso ends this weekend so if you haven't had a chance to visit yet I highly recommend it! Below are some photos if you'd like to see!

This ride had a host of interesting characters including this "micky-mouse" hybrid look-alike
This guy was kind of creepy looking

On the way to find the carnival we stopped and played in an old trench that was once used during the American Revolutionary War



This "people watching" also proved to provide an interesting cast of characters
Long standing NYC French spot, Le Gamin, provided the delicious food

We finished the day with a carousel ride equally fun for kids and adults alike


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