Events

The festival where millions of roses are harvested will strike your imagination!

A solemn and colorful spectacle at the Parliament Hill

A great opportunity to witness one of the most recognizable Spanish traditions

The evil spirits are scared off by the rhythms of the devils' dance

Both religious and cultural, the festival adorns the country

Take off your top to support gender equality

Thousands of pilgrims walk to the foots of Andes to welcome new circle of life or honor the Lord

A fun day on the beach with hundreds of cute short-legged dogs

A colourful religious ceremony honouring the Hindu God of War with offerings and piercings

The festival to honour the win of good over the evil

A guard in an iconic scarlet tunic and bearskin hat must always be on alert to protect the King, so the changing of the guard is a vital tradition

Spain has many crazy customs, witness one of them and try it during the Triana festivities

Become a part of the traditional ceremony of ship burning

This unique and entertaining tradition can be observed in Quebec City

The world's biggest, most challenging, and beautiful cycling event

A medieval equestrian knightly competition in Sinj that is part of the UNESCO list

Be witness the changing of the guard ceremony in Valletta, more pompous and ceremonial than you've ever seen

Empathize with the locals over the darkest pages in the world's history

A two-week long party for the fresh graduates

During the Beehive Festival in the Yanshui District, thousands of soaring firecrackers are launched into the crowd making for a truly unique experience!

One of the holiest days for Buddhists, celebrates the day when 1250 disciples of Buddha gathered for his preaching. The holiday includes one of the most spectacular ceremonies in Buddhism

The World's greatest dog show full of competitions, awards and entertainment

On this holy day, ask any local to bring you to the Pagoda, and you will take part in the spiritual Buddhist ritual

Discover Corsican cheese traditions!

Once a year all of Mauritius celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi—the birthday of the youngest son of Hindu gods Shiva and Parvati, Ganesha

Sweet festivals in beautiful old villages are a sign of spring

Royal Ascot combines exquisite English fashion with high-quality racing

Easter brings in long-standing traditions: baking Easter cakes, painting eggs, and attending a night mass at church

One of the most notorious festivals in Thailand that does not have that much common with vegetarianism

Lots of festivals, parades, and commemoration ceremonies

One of the most unique and extravagant festivals to attend

Feel the spirituality of the Japanese Buddhist festival of the Dead

It can be a very calming and peaceful experience to join the Lao people in temples on the first day of Buddhist Lent

A party that simply can't be missed

One of the most important and majestic celebrations in Thailand!

Hindu feel no pain walking barefoot across hot embers or coals because they know that it is the only way to cleanse one's self of physical and spiritual impurities

An old pre-Carnival tradition from Rapperswil, near Lake Zurich

A remarkable mixture of pagan and Christian traditions turns into sombre but festive celebration of skull in the city of La Paz

The kite festival that sends a message to the Hindu gods

Florentines salute “crazy cart” carrying the first 2000 bottles of new wine with much ceremonial

The city of Dallas promises a weekend of entertainment that ranges from traditional solemnities to relaxing pool parties

Attend one of the nation's oldest ongoing ceremonies

A day of remembrance and plenty of outdoor activities during the long weekend

What could be better than lovely Arlesian women dressed in gorgeous costumes walking the streets of beautiful Arles?

Philly offers many opportunities to honor service members and to kick off the summer season

The statue of the naked man called Oblation gave the event its name and symbolic meaning

One of the most patriotic holidays is undertaken with great scale in Washington

"Three-step, one bow", Dana acts, candlelit procession and other rituals are performed to worship Buddha

Gun salutes mark special occasions in London often associated with the Royal Family

This Baby Crying Festival that has been making children cry for over 300 years!

The world's biggest gathering of twins in the city founded by twins—Twinsburg

This Inca bridge is a connection between the past and the present, and its renovation is a real tradition for locals

Discover the elite world of English royal races with their upscale atmosphere and entertainment

Get ready for your heart to burst with excitement at this exuberant celebration of the Korean tradition

Rural Lao weddings are a great demonstration of national traditions. Hopefully some friends will invite you over

Take part in the nationwide future forecast on harvest, weather, and epidemics during the Royal Ploughing Ceremony

In the Myanmar Buddhist tradition boys under the age of twenty have to enter the Buddhist Order

Workers' Day is always a big deal in Chicago

One of the most significant events in Christianity opens the Holy Week with a palm walk

Even rows of marching soldiers called "Trooping the Colors​," royal flyovers, and salutes celebrate the Birthday of Her Majesty

Immerse in a vibrant mix of Catholic and Inca traditions

Flower shower, floating lanterns, and other events to commemorate fallen heroes

Immerse yourself into a strange combination of sadness and happiness

One of the most prominent festivals that pays homage to the mischievous macaques

One of the best carnival celebrations in South America

Witness the most extraordinary and spiritual celebration that includes fasting and body piercing

A traditional tribute to Lord Indra, the protector of Tenganan village

Enjoy Music City party vibes, the beautiful outdoors, and flavorsome Southern cuisine

The generally Chinese festival Por Tor that is very important to the ethnic Chinese in Thai features plenty of activities and special food

A day of many picnics and joyful partying

Check out the main sporting event on Rarotonga and one of the biggest paddling events in the world

Make a wish, write it on a lantern, and release it onto the water

Elm Grove knows how to properly pay tribute to the heroes

In Split, do as Romans do during a colorful carnival at Diocletian Palace

Don't miss your chance to see the largest Memorial Day Parade in the country

The full moon celebration is one of the most significant holidays for the Balinese Hindus

Go back to ancient Kyoto and take in the real atmosphere of imperial culture

Witness a great fireworks competition where international teams try to get recognition from the jury and support from the spectators

An ancient costume procession that cannot be missed

The holiday marked with anti-fascist rallies and speeches

Spend the Memorial Day Weekend in a wonderful atmosphere of unity

Challenge yourself in blacksmithing, woodcarving, or feltmaking!

A real tribute to the fallen heroes

An array of events and fun activities for every age and taste

The Great Rite for the Gods of Earth and Agriculture feast features history, culture, music, and dancing in one big celebration

Celebrate the arrival of winter and the end of the year

The state of Connecticut turns red, white, and blue

Visit Cuba for the holiday that reveals its socialist nature

The long weekend is jam-packed with theater, live music, and plenty of entertainment for all ages

Don't miss a chance to get a closer look at the religious traditions of India

Pay tribute to the heroes during Naperville's Memorial Day events

On the examination day, friends and parents gather at school gates to pray for examinees and cheer them up—all want to pass the exam with a perfect score

World's largest Protestant church with 800,000 members is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records

At Famadihana festival Malagasy families dance with the dead

The day that marks three most important events in Buddha's life with beautiful ceremonies

Check out unique Japanese sports of mounted archery at Yabusame Shinji

It's always exciting to watch the ceremony online, but being a part of it and seeing all your favorite stars passing by right in front of you is a unique experience

A gathering with family and friends to honor fallen heroes

This is a period marked by Buddhist Lent, which lasts three months and makes the monks stay at a single monastery

Test your body and participate in the marathon, or come support the runners

Celebration at the Station and other signature KC gatherings

The ceremony marks the start of the rice growing season with sacred oxen that plough the field​ across the Royal Palace

One of the biggest public holidays in Cuba is celebrated for three days

Prepare for a loud celebration with lots of fireworks, bells, and even firing guns

To celebrate the end of the War of Independence, the Turks hold extravagent parades across the city streets

Dive into a real fairytale at this Christmas lights fest

The biggest television event of the year

The period lasting for a month when monks are offered various goods is also known as Thod Kathin or Kathina

Once a year, on Veterans' Day, the sun shines perfectly on this spot

Welcome the holiday season with the U.S. President

Festivals, parades, and commemoration events all weekend long

The oldest Memorial Day parade in the United States

Join the crème-de-la-crème of high society at the most prestigious winter event

The most beautiful carnival in Sicily

Norway celebrates its statehood through ceremonial parades. The biggest parade winds its way through the streets of Oslo

Six miles of the brightest light display in England

Spend a long weekend attending events honoring the memory of fallen soldiers

Honor ceremonies, one of the largest free jazz festivals in the country, beer in the zoo, and plenty of other events await you in Atlanta

Tahitian emblematic flower is celebrated during Tiare Honoring Days through weaving wreaths and bunches of the favourite blossoms

The swans are surrounded with special attention in England

The sweetest Christmas-time festival in the Lombardy region

One of the biggest fall events in Chicago

Children parade dressed in white, carrying candles, singing songs, and handing out festive buns

A sweet holiday celebrating siblings' affection

The annual Memorial Day patriotic motorcycle ride into DC

For one day a year, kids are allowed to sit in parliament and rule the Turkish Republic

Imagine yourself among hundreds of Buddhist monks, carrying bowls of lotus flowers in a holy procession around the city. This is how Buddha’s Birthday is celebrated in Cambodia

Watch the magical sinking of the bell, honoring an old legend

It is not as bloody as the Spanish version nor as cruel as the Portuguese, but quite a picturesque spectacle

Spring arrival is always celebrated by Daruma doll fair at the Jindai-ji temple in Tokyo

Stabbing and not bleeding ritual of protecting the island from the bad spirits

The community rejoices, celebrating the birthday of their country through parades and torchlight processions.

Visit competitions and parades in the rose capital of America

This festival has prepared awesome activities for any taste

Some impressive light installations to get into the holiday spirit

Drive away the bad spirits while enjoying the Kabkaban Festival

During the days of Losar celebration, you can become a part of unique and exciting rituals and events. Come and enjoy the New Year at the top of the world

The day that starts with a prayer ends with a fierce battle of the rice cakes

A symbolic and spectacular ending to the Christmas holidays

Monaco National Day is a good chance to see the royals and learn about the history of this country

A celebration of the day that Sri Lanka was no longer a colony

A special ceremony to welcome spring by throwing soybeans

It might sound a bit cheesy to get married underwater with a crowd of other couples, but it may also be a unique experience

A beautiful ceremony to honor a 19-year-old Corsican woman—the patron saint of Monaco

Take a day to honour veterans

Despite some controversy, this holiday plays a consolidating role, celebrating everything about being an Aussie

Gene Leahy Mall and more beautiful locations in Omaha

Special ceremonies on the River Kwai commemorate the sad events of World War II

The day before the Mardi Gras begins!

The Dominican Republic had more Constitutions than any other country in the world

Holiday fun at a historical town in Kentucky

Traditional festive drink, served hot from a bowl

Festive parades and ceremonies are held to celebrate the joint victory of Maldivians and Indians

How about discovering the joy and meaning of life through experiencing your own fake funeral?