The most important lesson at the four-day event was the difference between being a simple joker and a top-notch merry-maker.
Clowns play music as they rally for peace during the 18th Latin American clown convention or "Fair of laughter" at the Mother Monument in Mexico City October 23, 2013.

"Goly", a clown, laughs for fifteen minutes as he rally for peace during the 18th Latin American clown convention or "Fair of laughter"

"Resortito", a clown, poses for a photo as he rally for peace

Clowns laugh for fifteen minutes as they rally for peace

Clowns pose for a photo

Clowns march as they rally


A clown dressed as a police officer performs in front of a line of police officers

A clown gestures as she rallies for peace

