Festivals

Immerse yourself in the festive magic of a medieval town

Watching fireflies is a summer obsession for the Japanese

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

This three-day festival of electronic music and kitesurfing at Pink Lake welcomes you to dance your socks off and immerse into a magical vibe

Only in Paris can one skate 60 metres above ground at the Eiffel Tower

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

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

A unique multimedia performance in a beautiful historical setting

Every June the streets of Lisbon are decorated, and the smell of grilled sardines fills the air for a few days

The best way to get into the festive spirit is to visit a Christmas market—the vendors seem to be aware of the deepest desires of your Christmas heart

Huge bonfires are lit to ward off evil witches while Norwegians are getting married for fun during the midnight sun

The capital of the UK glows and shines getting ready for the holidays

One of the greatest street parties that ends with impressive fireworks

Open an Advent calendar's window and welcome Christmas with Hungarians

The main squares of Polish cities turn magical in the winter

One of the largest festivals on the Balearic Islands will surprise you with its amazing costumes and noisy parties

Travel back in time at this magnificent medieval fair

A vibrant celebration of the national fish of Philippines

A month-long celebration of the blooming season

Explore some of the coziest festive fairs in Germany

The event to celebrate the home-coming of Bishop Paolino in 431

Immerse yourself in a festive atmosphere and check out traditional Irish gifts

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

Follow the aroma of gingerbread and mulled wine to Riga's finest holiday fairs

The annual celebration of Dominican culture and heritage

Fireworks and celebrations all over Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island

54 footballers in traditional costumes play the brutal game to glorify their historic districts

Witness the traditional Moroccan horsemanship spectacle

Even though the climate of Minnesota does not favor cherry trees, St. Paul still boasts a place to enjoy beautiful sakura flowers

Each Labor Day weekend, the skies above the Dansville Airport are decorated with colorful hot air balloons

Submerge to the world's coolest subaqueous party at Florida's coral reef

Most Vietnamese holidays are celebrated according to the Lunar Calendar which has a full moon cycle. The full moon festival hence is of a big meaning and is a monthly event in Hoi An

The magical beauty of Slovenia guarantees that you will have the best Christmas ever!

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

Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of winter holidays and savor mouth-watering Belgian delicacies

A beautiful spring-time tradition with long history

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

One of the most sought-after 4th of July celebrations across NY Long Island

Fiesta Dos de Mayo is the holiday of the community of Madrid, commemorating a historical uprising

You’ll never know what Krakow really tastes like until you try some true Polish cuisine. The best time to do this is the National Pierogi Festival

A vibrant celebration with over 150 years of history

A classical music festival with breathtaking views over Amalfi Coast

This Independence Day celebration will make you cherish diversity

The festival of the most known Italian dish

Those looking for romance will find it in the lake plateau of the Middle Atlas Mountains

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

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

Spectacular fireworks over the ocean are worth a visit to Miami on Independence Day

The Netherlands Christmas markets are about to impress you with the variety of festive stalls and dazzling lights

Enjoy spectacular fireworks shows, open-air events, and kids activities in the Dallas–Fort Worth area

Taking place in the port city of Limon, the carnival celebrates nice weather and joy of life

Bag a unique holiday gift at one of the most visited festive fairs in Europe

The brightly decorated historic city center of Antwerp looks stunning during the holidays

One of the world's biggest music and entertainment festivals

The Mile High City celebrates Independence Day with music, picnics and fireworks

A celebration of everything about ginger hair and redheads

A traditional holiday of Aluth Avurudda & Puthandu is equally important for Sinhalese and Tamil people of Sri Lanka

Just for one week, the cherry trees of New Haven are in full bloom

The largest Filipino festival outside of Philippines

Dancefloors are overtaken by partying folk as the clubbing capital wakes up after its winter sleep

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

The biggest celebration in the South-West of France

A vibrant harvest celebration in Lucban in the province of Quezon

Patriotic music, parades, fireworks, and live entertainment

100 years before Christ, Mallorca was already making wine

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

The whole city enjoys Independence Day festivities, music, and sports

Inspiring event when young sons of the Incas show their strength and overcome different trials by fire

One of a kind celebration of the unique culture and heritage of New Orleans and Louisiana with a true jazz spirit

A fervent celebration of masculine strength and feminine grace

Holiday displays in Vienna are classy and stylish

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

Manchester City Center is especially joyful during the winter season

Take off your top to support gender equality

Spring blooms dress Montreal in stunning pink

Join one of the biggest festivals with fireworks and music in San Sebastian

Reykjavik Christmas markets draw the attention of many tourists thanks to their fairytale atmosphere

Established over 1,300 years ago, this annual Buddhist lantern festival brightens the hearts and skies of both Korea and the world

Choose from a haunted medieval castle, a vampire ball, and a party in a church

Are you ready for a flashback into 16th century?

The Cat Parade takes place in Ypres every three years

Go back in time to the Middle Ages and experience jousting tournaments, performances, and fun exhibits

These ice caves will make you wonder if you are in Snow Queen’s kingdom

South Korea is blessed with cherry blossoms that turn the country into a fairy tale every spring

Berlin is the true capital of famed German Christmas markets

Light up some bonfires, enjoy fireworks, and celebrate the shortest night of the year

Immerse yourself into incredible traditional performances

50,000 yellow rubber ducks are splashed into the Chicago River to fundraise for the Special Olympics Illinois

Meet the world's greatest air show, attracting over 700,000 visitors every year

One of the largest tulip festivals in the world

Woodlawn Lake Park hosts the largest Independence Day event in San Antonio, but the city offers lots of other entertainment

The first week of April is the best chance to see Japanese cherry trees in full bloom!

Traditional festivals are not numerous on Ibiza, so the fiery summer welcoming is not to be missed

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

Will you dare to get the full experience, camping at this festival?

Dragons, tigers, lizards, cats, and more! It gets very crowded up there, high in the sky

Edinburgh celebrates the most wonderful time of the year

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

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

Tens of thousands of bare-breasted maidens dance and sing, bringing reeds to their King

A beautiful festival to make a wish that will come true

Autumn is the best time to discover the beer culture of Belgium

One of the best and largest holiday markets in Europe

Rotterdam summer sparks with the vibrant and colorful carnival

Three days of electronic music on the Red Sea coast

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

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

Japanese Lantern Festivals, where people commemorate the souls of the dead, is the second most essential event in the country after New Year's Eve.

Just like all the traditional festivals of Slovenia, the Cherry Festival in Brda has something for everyone!

The city’s signature spring-start event in the biggest park of Southern California

The national hunting and eating of the pilot whales for many people may seem an oddity, but for Faroese this has been a long time tradition

Become a part of the Caribbean festival in the heart of Montreal

A great chance to see a historic pageant and race

Don't miss one of the most spectacular sound and light events in the world!

Rides, games, food, and lots of entertainment

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

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

The cheese fair held in the birthplace of pecorino itself offers the best selection of world-famous Tuscan cheese

Four days packed with spectacular Italian-themed entertainment

Check out the best places in Copenhagen to see the pink clouds above your head

Celebrate the arrival of summer in Scotland with music, bonfires, and uninhibited behaviour

The forecast is...lots of sunshine and fireworks!

Celebration of the arguculture and the art of shepherding

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

The iconic central square of Krakow, Rynek Główny, hosts most of the city's winter holiday festivities

Krakow still has its own dragons. Usually, they hide in their cages, but for one weekend, everyone can see them flying around the city. Look up!

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

Scotland loves Christmas! It hosts some of the best Christmas Markets in the UK

Try out some of the best food Hell's Kitchen can offer

The biggest hot air balloon festival in the state

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

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

Carnival, pig races, and other traditional entertainment

Become a part of the largest celebration in Vancouver

Exciting aerobatic displays and family-friendly entertainment

A beautiful Memorial Day Weekend, with racing stars, live music, and plenty of food in the Queen City

When visiting Sicily, don't miss the opportunity to try "green gold"—pistachios

Are you brave enough to lure a bull into the sea?

Unique masks, floats, and traditions make this carnival a must-see

Free museums entry, a parade and fireworks are part of the celebration

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

Join thousands of people in this amazing Independence Day celebration

Enjoy eight weeks of world-class music in iconic venue at a reasonable price

The cutest dog show in the ancestral home of golden retrievers

One of the most beautiful spring holidays with unique traditions and lively colourful celebrations

Bonfires and songs highlight the celebration of St. John's Eve and summer solstice in Spain

Colorful and cozy Christmas markets in Spain ignite a desire to come back to this country again and again

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

A truly wild festival with giant floats and hundreds of participants

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

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

A colourful and vibrant celebration of the Caribbean culture

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

Experience freshly cooked delights by different Slovenian restaurants at the Friday food market in the heart of Ljubljana

What could beat winter dull better than the cheerful bustle of holiday fairs?

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

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

Behold countless lanterns in the sky above Pocono Raceway

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

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

The largest music event in Northern Europe was inspired by Woodstock

These amazing firework displays take place at several locations along the river Rhine

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

The street fairs in New York are all about tasting great food, finding bargains, and enjoying a little people-watching​

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

Europe's largest spring festival

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

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

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

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

Watch 13,500 lanterns illuminate the sky in Utah

Visit Sani music fest in sunny Greece!

The original setting and ancient Viking atmosphere makes you feel like a member of the warriors' camp

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

Become a part of the traditional ceremony of ship burning

Get into the festive spirit while walking or driving through spectacular holiday lights

The Gnaoua music is a tradition established by the African slaves and has been well preserved and practised​ for a long time​

Check out some of the most atmospheric Christmas fairs in Europe to get into the mood before the holidays

If you visit Miami during the winter holidays, don't miss the biggest New Year's Eve celebration around

Check out the largest hot air balloon festival in Canada with more than 125 balloons from all around the world

Visit the Canton of Valais or the famous region of Lavaux that boasts 830 hectares of terraced vineyards that stretch for almost 30 km along Lake Geneva

This unique fair in La Ceiba is very similar to Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Visit one of the largest and longest-running fairs in Texas

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

This one-night only, much sought-after fall event promises spectacular fireworks that elevate the city’s already vibrant skyline as well as a number of other exciting programs

Enjoy one of the most spectacular events in July

Pennsylvania's premier Cannabis event

Holidays wouldn't be complete without a winter market experience

A sport in which the French are the ultimate champions

A free flamboyant music and dance event

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

Although the identity and the origin of England's patron saint are not 100% clear, the feast bears a great importance for this nation

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

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!

Amsterdam is just as good at cherry blossoms as it is at tulip festivals

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

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

A great mix of music and fireworks

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