An outdoor cultural event is depicted on a paved grey surface in Aidemir, Bulgaria, under an overcast sky

An outdoor cultural event is depicted on a paved grey surface in Aidemir, Bulgaria, under an overcast sky. The foreground and mid-ground feature three individuals in elaborate Kukeri costumes, walking from left to right. The most prominent figure, positioned left of center in the foreground, wears a large headpiece constructed from multi-colored (blue, green, yellow, red) shaggy fibers forming a circular frame around a central mask. The mask features reddish-brown horns and animal fur. This individual's body is covered in a brown, shaggy, fur-like tunic and pants made of dark fur. A belt with several large, brass-colored bells is strapped to the right side of their waist. Their left hand holds a wooden club or stick. Immediately to the right and slightly behind, a second Kukeri performer wears a similar multi-colored fiber headpiece, but with a distinct mask featuring black and white fur stripes and smaller red horn-like protrusions. Their costume consists of a light brown or beige shaggy tunic and matching pants. This individual holds a wooden stick in their right hand. Further to the right, a third Kukeri performer is partially visible, primarily showing white fur-covered legs and black shoes. In the mid-ground, to the far left, a person in a dark cloak is holding a white drum and a drumstick, facing slightly right. Beyond the costumed performers, a crowd of approximately 30-50 individuals in winter attire observe the event. The background consists of multi-story buildings with numerous windows, suggesting residential or commercial structures. A white tent with green and yellow accents is partially visible on the far left, near one of the buildings. Overhead, utility lines and streetlights are visible against the grey sky.