Events

Watching fireflies is a summer obsession for the Japanese

Men show off their best skills at three manly games: archery, wrestling, and horse racing

Once a year Fairbanks turns into an ice city the Ice Queen would envy!

A unique multimedia performance in a beautiful historical setting

The Lord delights in watching Bolivians trying to outdance one another to please the Gran Poder

A solemn and colorful spectacle at the Parliament Hill

The annual celebration of Dominican culture and heritage

A nude running event gathers nudists annually one week before Midsummer in the village of Vesijako

Every four years, sometime in October, millions of migrating sockeye salmon paint the Adams River scarlet-red

Witness the traditional Moroccan horsemanship spectacle

Unfortunately Malta is plagued by more and more jellyfish every summer due to increasing temperatures

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

A vibrant celebration with over 150 years of history

A beautiful spring-time tradition with long history

Special Romanian Easter rites include painted egg tapping, night vigils, and perfume attacks to bring girls good luck

A vibrant celebration of the national fish of Philippines

Lots of music and rakija at the craziest brass festival in the world

The new world art mecca, the town of Asilah is hosting an annual festival that turns the walls of its streets into art

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

Watch a small sleepy seaside town of Saintes Maries de la Mer turns into a noisy and wild carnival with Gypsy dancing and music

New Orleans has been taking part in the World Naked Bike Ride since 2009

One of the best locations for airshows in Spain

The largest Filipino festival outside of Philippines

Orthodox Easter or "Velikden" is one of the largest and most important holidays in Bulgaria

The biggest celebration in the South-West of France

Take off your top to support gender equality

The capital of Great Britain is hardly recognizable when the Afro-Caribbean spirit revels in the streets of London

Thai New Year lasts for at least three days, depending on the region, and is one of the most joyful celebrations of the new year worldwide

Sword fights, troubadours and minstrels, and witches burning at the stake—all just as in the Middle Ages

Both religious and cultural, the festival adorns the country

A fervent celebration of masculine strength and feminine grace

December marks the peak of colorful religious celebrations held monthly in Andacollo

The annual event is a great opportunity to experience a canoe competition, as well as other performances that come along

These Maltese fireworks are not just pyrotechnical displays, they are Art!

A beautiful festival to make a wish that will come true

Enjoy the fireworks from one of the many gondolas in St. Mark's Basin

The Cat Parade takes place in Ypres every three years

Joining this colorful parade is a great way to get to know Spanish traditions and customs

The celebration of San Sebastiano in Sicily can easily top every patron saint festival in the whole Italy

Every year on June 21st, sleeping is forbidden in Ushuaia

Get out and participate in one of the largest boat races in Venice

Four days packed with spectacular Italian-themed entertainment

The Big Round-Up. An event that takes place in the countryside and, as unusual as it sounds, includes sheep and romance

May the blessings of Sri Ganesha be upon you all! Immerse yourself into one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India

Mapuche Indians along with other Chilean indigenous nations celebrate their traditions in June

Watch the traditional Dutch sport and try it yourself

A vibrant harvest celebration in Lucban in the province of Quezon

"Hello" everybody; Bula Festival in Nadi welcomes everyone for a week of fun

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

Though ecstatic whirling ceremonies might be experienced in many cities of Turkey, the rite's birthplace city of Konya is unmissable one

This exciting and flirtatious dance plays a major role in the Dominican culture

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

A deadly festival of log riding that attracts more than half a million people

A truly wild festival with giant floats and hundreds of participants

One of the largest cultural celebrations in the U.S.

Celebration of the arguculture and the art of shepherding

One of the most authentic festivals in Cambodia that attracts several millions people each year and marks a unique natural phenomenon—the reversing flow between the Tonle Sap Lake and the Mekong River

Follow the Burry Man throughout the streets of Queensferry as he drinks whisky and spreads good luck

Symbolic costumed performances and water fighting traditions that go back over 2,000 years

One of the most visited events in Prague attracts thousands of tourists and locals with its fantastic light shows

If you see a figure with an umbrella coming down from a church on a rope—then you are in Basque Country!

A spectacular competition of building human towers - something to be seen only in Catalonia

Bored with solemn processions? St. Stupid’s Day allows to play a fool in the silliest walk of all times

See the Berlin streets come to life while the colorful kaleidoscope swirls you in a bright wild dance!

A celebration of life and gratefulness—that's what this festival is about

A picturesque horse race in the heart of historical Siena

The fertility rites and ceremonies play a major role in Thai culture. One of the most famous is the Rocket festival

Become a part of the traditional ceremony of ship burning

Towns of Paucartambo and Pisac near Cusco are home to a festival dedicated to Virgen del Carmen, a ceremony well worth attending

Get some gifts for your loved ones and indulge in food & drinks that will keep you warm

Country's most colorful and delightful carnival—the brightest jewel of Cuba's festivals

A colourful and vibrant celebration of the Caribbean culture

A flamboyant run in red dresses accompanied by great music and plenty of beer

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

Enjoy one of the most spectacular events in July

Enjoy a truly unique and often hilarious experience at the Reindeer Racing Championship

The Festival gathers folk musicians and dancers from all around the country and introduces the cultural spirit of Panama

The festival to honour the win of good over the evil

Maltese summer nights will provide you with a memorable experience with bursts of colour, music, and bright fireworks during the traditional festa (feast) season

A sport in which the French are the ultimate champions

If it's not a sign to put your green and yellow clothes on, then what is? Celebrate Brazil's Independence Day NYC style

A unique blend of thousands of known and less-known artists performing a wide variety of shows in smaller venues around the city

This is the only occasion to see a thousand Chilean national dances at one spectacle

Toronto invites lovers of Caribbean culture to the largest North American street festival of colorful traditions

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

An interesting festival that celebrates fertility and openness that welcomes everyone!

Celebrate the Persian New Year in Zanzibar which has neatly been incorporated into tradition

A free flamboyant music and dance event

Filipinos commemorate their heroes and heritage with the reenactment of the historical events

The patron saint of Palermo who once saved the city is honored by a grandiose celebration

Come to celebrate samba and all things Brazil at Liverpool's Brazilica Festival

Scary evil Santa twin occupies Austria, looking for bad, naughty kids

Feel the spirit of Argentina by visiting the most beautiful and passionate dance festival in Buenos Aires

The tradition of buffalo races is a long one in Jembrana

Have you ever seen gold in the air?

Easter in Florence is memorable for splendid fireworks display

The indigenous people of Mexico gather thousands at the amphitheatre to introduce pre-Hispanic culture

One of the largest Pride celebrations in the world is attended by over 1 million people

Feel the power of art, creativity and style at one of world's best festivals

Find out what the most passionate bullfight in Spain looks like, at the famous La Maestranza bullring

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

This ancient Scandinavian market is recreated in this special UNESCO world heritage site

A delicious festival to celebrate the hazelnut harvest

A great festival that mixes music, drinking, eating and a little romance

The 500-year-old​ traditions with bonfires and parades of fearsome monsters unfold on the bank of the Danube, making one of the strangest and most unforgettable events in Hungary

The beautiful though often underappreciated blossom of the Japanese plum is one of the first signs of spring

A collection of the most mystical music and dance on the planet, from Bjork to whirling derwishes

This is one the most ancient carnivals in South America, its origins date back to the times of Spanish rule. Be ready to be painted in different colors!

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

A mixture of pagan and Christian traditions, Lomisoba is a colorful insight into Georgian culture

Everything is illuminated around you. This is a period of Amsterdam beautifully transforming​ into a city from a fairy tale

Check out this famous and ancient Japanese sport in action!

Plenty of religious events are associated with Buddhist Lent. The Candle Festival is one of them, but it is also one of the most spectacular festivals during the year

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 unusual Belgian water race attracts participants from all over the world

It is perhaps the most authentic Native American event in Alaska. People there still preserve their old traditions

Visit Sani music fest in sunny Greece!

Hindu devotees dance with heavy and prickly kavadis decorated with flowers and peacock feathers and pour life-giving milk to honour Murugan

A unique occasion to discover London's secret venues with free guided tours

With thrilling light installations, sound effects, and the overall majesty of the old city, Jerusalem Light Festival will be a high point of your visit

This spectacle of parades, fireworks, open museums, and exclusive natural illumination happens just once a year during Rome birthday party

One of the most popular events that brin​gs thousands of Icelanders to the capital of the country

If your life seems grey and you are looking for more color, check out Goa's Holi Festival

The largest Ukrainian Festival in North America

This race for cheese is a lot of fun for daredevils

A little medieval town of Guardia Sanframondi situated about 60 km from Naples, hosts the mystical medieval event every seven years

Quebec's national holiday celebrates the longest day of the year

Huge and spectacular LGBT weekend with over 40 years of history

Mangrove forests and river banks come alive at night with thousands of flashing lights

Witness spring splendor on the Charles River in Boston's Esplanade Park

A music festival which represents Corsica's cultural identity

No fireworks or fancy family dinners, but rather a​ temple worship, splashing water, and street food

When charged up Uppies and Doonies fight for the leather trophy ball, the townspeople protect their dwellings with wooden barricades

These spring flowers transform the Netherlands into a large colourful carpet

Plunge into history, returning to the Viking era in the historical city of York

Festivities introduce Māori culture, highlighting traditional underground oven cooking and tribal customs

This celebration of freedom costs 500,000 kilos of fruit and, probably, as many orange-sized bruises, but locals know it's worth the price

One of the biggest events that are​ socially important for Nepalese, features a huge decorated chariot moved around the city of Patan

Want to see real knights fight? Check it out at Kaltenberger Ritterturnier in Germany

The religious festival that will amaze you

A dynamic celebration of Hawaiian culture and Aloha spirit

Celebrate the return of the cattle from pastures in anticipation of winter together with locals around Lake Bohinj

Celebration in the name of mystery and glory of the moon

Tables will bend under the weight of meat dishes during the four festive days

Rose is the symbol of Bulgaria, and it is often seen in folk embroideries and local art

Marking the last day of Khmer year, the festival is dedicated to ancestors and is a mix of solemn peaceful celebration and full of adrenaline festive activities

Over 100,000 vibrantly-coloured lanterns illuminate the Cheonggyecheon Stream

Burning of the devil and saluting Congo gods—this is one of the most colorful festivals in Cuba

Visit the hundred-year-old wisteria gardens during bloom and see their unbelievable beauty

Open your mind at one of Europe's best psychedelic trance music events

This feast showcases Italian culture in America's melting pot

The festival that marks the end of the Buddhist lent is full of celebrations and interesting authentic activities

One of the most unique and extravagant festivals to attend

Deemed world's greatest Easter Week Festival, local celebrations amaze with fervent and colorful ceremonies

An unforgettable Taiwanese tradition in which thousands of bright lanterns light up the Pingxi sky!

A one-hour military demonstration that attracts approximately 300,000 viewers every year is surely something that may pique your interest

Lund is one of the most intense student towns of Sweden. Every four years its intensity and level of fun rise well above the maximum!

Beautiful opera music in the relaxed atmosphere during the Summer Recital Series

Twelve days of diverse exhibits, exciting competitions, rides, and premiere entertainment

Have you ever seen a race of 50,0​00 chickens, bunnies, aliens, spidermen, batmen, and other pop-culture heroes?

One of the most important and majestic celebrations in Thailand!

One of the most colorful cultural events in Hawaii held to honor King David Kalakaua

This is a great event for the local and international film industry and a wonderful occasion to meet your favourite actors in person

Take a glance of one of the most impressive performances of Cappadocia's best whirling dancers

Feel the medieval spirit during this ancient knight competition held twice a year in the city of Arezzo

Immerse yourself into the electrifying atmosphere and raw flavor of the Caribbean at Bacchanal Jamaica Road March and other events

Don't miss the biggest flamenco event worldwide

The most famous and most important holiday in Vietnam that brings lots of joy and happiness to people

Professional shamans will connect you with spirits, but listen carefully as maybe your ancestors are trying to tell you something

Mexicans indulge in traditional foods and their favourite tequila to show respect​ for their ancestors, leaving a few glasses for the visiting souls

You'll be amazed at the amount of lanterns and their style diversity, but this is more than just a matter of beauty

Traditional Brazilian parties with local food, games, and dancing

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

Instead of oppressive sadness, the cross and crucifixion​ is commemorated through vivid costumed dances

The kissing festival for the singles

Grab a checkered skirt and head for the Celtic Festival—tradition and lots of fun for the whole family

Every five years, a colourful festival takes over the streets of Bruges

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

An amazing tradition of constructing human towers

Feel the spirituality of the Japanese Buddhist festival of the Dead

An indigenous ethnic group of Northern Laos displays its colorful festive traditions

One of the best ways to celebrate the arrival of spring is by viewing cherry blossoms

More than a just a sport, Lelo Burti is a spectacular ritual event

At Highland dances, Scottish boys and girls perform in national costumes dancing to the traditional sounds of the hornpipe

A must-visit event in the canoeing world

During the first weekend of May people in masks and costumes take to the streets of Lisbon to celebrate historical and cultural ties that exist between Spanish and Portuguese regions

The two-faced and twelve-horned Aya Uma and dancing circles worship sun and nature through ancient Aymara rituals

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

Witness more-than-impressive aerial acrobatics at the Motril waterfront

Catalan style street party is an unsurpassable fun experience

Time to commemorate the birth of the legendary king who united the Hawaiian islands

A festival in Goa that is celebrated with lots of joy and fun in a very unique style

The festival where culture, human rights, and values unite at historic venues like Nidaros Cathedral.

One of the most important Buddhist festivals gathers pilgrims at the base of a sacred mountain

Feel the tropical vibe of this celebration, held on a beautiful Caribbean island

One of the world's most famous carnivals, second only to Rio, is held in the Canary Islands

A huge celebration that opens Phuket's peak season

Khmer New Year's Day is the happiest time in Cambodia when people wish each other peace, happiness, and prosperity

A traditional parade to honour Korea’s royal ancestors that showcases vibrant costumes, elaborate rituals, and cultural performances.

One of the world's largest Oktoberfest celebrations takes place in the south of Brazil, so far from its birthplace