Dieter Wenger, Influential Mainz Carnival Float Designer, Dies at 84

Wenger, a key figure in Mainz's Rosenmontag parades for over 60 years, leaves behind a legacy of creativity and satire.

Dieter Wenger, known for his satirical carnival floats in Mainz's Rosenmontag parades, passed away at the age of 84.
He was celebrated as a creative pioneer, shaping the iconic political satire of the floats for more than six decades.
Wenger retired in 2024, marking the end of an era for the Mainz Carnival; his wife Hannelore also passed away that year.
His contributions extended beyond Mainz, including work for other festivals and his role in the European Carnival Project in Valencia.
Wenger's team will continue building floats for the 2025 parade, carrying forward his legacy of craftsmanship and wit.