The Faschingsumzug (Carnival parade) and party in Braunau, Austria, scheduled for Tuesday, February 17th, were abruptly canceled due to a wet weather forecast. Organizers from the association braunau.aktiv announced the cancellation on Facebook, disappointing many who had looked forward to the event. While the Braunau festivities were moved indoors to various local establishments, neighboring towns like Mattighofen and Altheim proceeded with their parades regardless of the weather. This contrast led to mixed reactions online, with some criticizing the Braunau cancellation as "outrageous" and "embarrassing," while others noted that Mattighofen was "less soft" in comparison.