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

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

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

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

One of the greatest street parties that ends with impressive fireworks

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

Explore some of the coziest festive fairs in Germany

The main squares of Polish cities turn magical in the winter

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

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

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

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

The festival of the most known Italian dish

A vibrant celebration of the national fish of Philippines

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

No matter where you go for Santa Pasqua in Sicily, you'll find a totally unique experience

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

Travel back in time at this magnificent medieval fair

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

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

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

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

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

A month-long celebration of the blooming season

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

Come to see how Kraków celebrates Easter—some of the local traditions date back to the 16th century

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

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

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

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

One of the best Easter traditions in the Big Apple, where New Yorkers show off their creativity

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

St. Patrick's Day in Chicago is definitely a party of a lifetime!

Witness the traditional Moroccan horsemanship spectacle

The annual celebration of Dominican culture and heritage

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

The feast of Húsvét in Hungary is a cultural celebration involving folk arts and traditional foods

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

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

Spring blooms dress Montreal in stunning pink

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

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

Immerse yourself into incredible traditional performances

A beautiful spring-time tradition with long history

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

Watch the 5th Avenue turn green during the largest St. Patrick's Parade in the world

One of the world's biggest music and entertainment festivals

A celebration of everything about ginger hair and redheads

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

A vibrant harvest celebration in Lucban in the province of Quezon

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

A classical music festival with breathtaking views over Amalfi Coast

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

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

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

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

A vibrant celebration with over 150 years of history

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

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

A fervent celebration of masculine strength and feminine grace

This Independence Day celebration will make you cherish diversity

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

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

Find the best spots to enjoy beautiful cherry blossoms in Chicago

Are you ready for a flashback into 16th century?

Beautiful pink sign of spring arrival

One of the largest tulip festivals in the world

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

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

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

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

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

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

The biggest celebration in the South-West of France

The Cat Parade takes place in Ypres every three years

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

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

The largest Filipino festival outside of Philippines

Patriotic music, parades, fireworks, and live entertainment

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

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

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

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

100 years before Christ, Mallorca was already making wine

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

Spring is an enchanting time in North Carolina thanks to massive tree blossoms

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

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

One of the most unusual festivals in Europe, where snakes wrap the statue of San Domenico

Take off your top to support gender equality

Enjoy Virginia's breathtaking landscapes painted with cheerful pink and white blooms

Manchester City Center is especially joyful during the winter season

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

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

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

Berlin is the true capital of famed German Christmas markets

Holiday displays in Vienna are classy and stylish

Blooming cherry trees can be viewed in Northern Arizona and the Phoenix Valley

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

If you see feathers all over the street, it's probably the International Pillow Fight Day, the fluffiest fight in the world

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

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!

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

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

Rotterdam summer sparks with the vibrant and colorful carnival

The first sign of spring on the Pacific Coast

Nestled in the mountains, the amazing, colorful​ valley attracts visitors from all over the Northwest

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

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

One of the best and largest holiday markets in Europe

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

Join the best-in-class celebration of Irish national heritage

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

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

Exciting aerobatic displays and family-friendly entertainment

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

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

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

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

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

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

Behold countless lanterns in the sky above Pocono Raceway

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

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

Spectacular fusion of art and culture transforms a park into wonderland

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

Celebrate Celtic heritage and culture

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

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

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.

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

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

A beloved annual event offers plenty of local character

Experience the magic of vibrant balloons lifting off over the rolling hills of southern Pennsylvania

Edinburgh celebrates the most wonderful time of the year

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

Visit Sani music fest in sunny Greece!

A colourful and vibrant celebration of the Caribbean culture

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

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

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

Three days of electronic music on the Red Sea coast

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

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

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

Carnival, pig races, and other traditional entertainment

Gorgeous blossoming cherry trees can be viewed in Denver and Boulder every spring

Europe's largest spring festival

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

Rides, games, food, and lots of entertainment

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

An excellent excuse to go pub crawling in one of the largest Scottish cities

Celebrate Holi, the festival of colors with locals of Agra

A beautiful festival to make a wish that will come true

The biggest hot air balloon festival in the state

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

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

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

The celebration of all things cannabis on the first Saturday of April

Medieval entertainment and royal dining in a picturesque castle

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!

Visit North Las Vegas for a four-day balloon fiesta with all kinds of outdoor entertainment

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

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

Four days packed with spectacular Italian-themed entertainment

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

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

Delicate sakura opens the tree blooming season in the Golden State

A biannual medieval festival in southern California

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

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

A popular way to celebrate America's Independence Day with good music, famous performers, and a relaxed atmosphere

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

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

A unique festival where sculptors represent their skills embodied in one of the most fragile materials—sand

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

Huge and spectacular LGBT weekend with over 40 years of history

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!

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

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

Become a part of the largest celebration in Vancouver

Enjoy the Philippines' alternative of cherry trees

A Hindu festival celebrated with lots of colors and picturesque traditions

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

Boston isn't the only place in Massachussetts where cherry-blossom culture thrives

The cutest dog show in the ancestral home of golden retrievers

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!