Festivals

Christmas Markets in Copenhagen
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

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

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

Cologne Christmas Markets
Explore some of the coziest festive fairs in Germany

Hawaii 4th of July Fireworks & Events
Fireworks and celebrations all over Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island

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

Pierogi Festival
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

San Jose 4th of July Events & Parade
This Independence Day celebration will make you cherish diversity

Dagupan City Bangus Festival
A vibrant celebration of the national fish of Philippines

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

Denver 4th of July Weekend Events & Fireworks
The Mile High City celebrates Independence Day with music, picnics and fireworks

Manchester Christmas Markets
Manchester City Center is especially joyful during the winter season

Rubber Ducky Race (Duck Derby)
50,000 yellow rubber ducks are splashed into the Chicago River to fundraise for the Special Olympics Illinois

San Antonio 4th of July Events & Fireworks
Woodlawn Lake Park hosts the largest Independence Day event in San Antonio, but the city offers lots of other entertainment

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

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

Bloomfield Little Italy Days
Four days packed with spectacular Italian-themed entertainment

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

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

Florida 4th of July Fireworks & Events
The forecast is...lots of sunshine and fireworks!

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

Festival de Merengue (Merengue Festival) in Dominican Republic
This exciting and flirtatious dance plays a major role in the Dominican culture

Chesapeake Bay Balloon Festival
The biggest hot air balloon festival in the state

Maryland State Fair
Rides, games, food, and lots of entertainment

Cattle Descent (Cow Parade)
Celebration of the arguculture and the art of shepherding

Cambodian Water Festival or Bon Om Touk
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

Louisville 4th of July Events & Fireworks
Join thousands of people in this amazing Independence Day celebration

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

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

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

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

State Fair of Virginia
Carnival, pig races, and other traditional entertainment

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

Night Lights Lantern Festival
Watch 13,500 lanterns illuminate the sky in Utah

Open Kitchen (Odprta Kuhna)
Experience freshly cooked delights by different Slovenian restaurants at the Friday food market in the heart of Ljubljana

Up Up and Away Florida Hot Air Balloon Festival
Will you dare to get the full experience, camping at this festival?

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

Huhu Grub
When Huhu beetle larvae are eaten with closed eyes, they may be easily confused with buttery chicken

State Fair Meadowlands
The largest fair of New Jersey offers old-fashioned fun

Feria de Cali
Enjoy dancing and learning salsa at the Cali Fair, Colombia's biggest end-of-year party

Hazelnut Festival, or Fiera di a Nuciola in Cervione
A delicious festival to celebrate the hazelnut harvest

Westman Islands Camping Festival (Þjóðhátíð)
A great festival that mixes music, drinking, eating and a little romance

Dyess Big Country Air Fest
Exciting aerobatic displays and family-friendly entertainment

Festa Ħut (Fish Festival)
Enjoy a day out by the sea in the scenic village of Marsaxlokk and savor some fresh fish

The 9th Avenue International Food Festival
Try out some of the best food Hell's Kitchen can offer

LA 4th of July Block Party, Events & Fireworks
Celebrate Uncle Sam at the 4th of July Block Party with live music and fireworks

EuroChocolate Festival Perugia
Visit one of the most significant Chocolate events in Europe

Hudsonville Balloon Days
Balloon flights and countless other activities over two days

Frühlingsfest Stuttgart (Stuttgart Spring Festival)
Europe's largest spring festival

Toronto Ukrainian Festival
The largest Ukrainian Festival in North America

Vredefeesten Balloon Festival Sint-Niklaas
The weekend full of fun and hot air balloons at Grote Markt in Sint-Niklaas

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

Feria du Melon and Melon Season
Visit Cavaillon's most fragrant and sweet festival and taste some Charentais melons—a local speciality

Pain, Amour et Chocolat
If you have a great love affair with chocolate, you have to visit Bread, Love, and Chocolate Fair in Antibes for the Valentine's Day weekend

Zeeland Mussels
Zeeland is famous for two things - lobsters and mussels. Now is the time for mussels!

Celina 4th of July Splash and Blast Fireworks
Bring your loved ones to this amazing Independence Day celebration

Traditional Cow's Ball
Celebrate the return of the cattle from pastures in anticipation of winter together with locals around Lake Bohinj

St Anthony Feast in Boston
This feast showcases Italian culture in America's melting pot

Colorado State Fair
Watch a rodeo and take some carnival rides at a traditional summer fair

Horseback Shrimp Fishing
A unique fishing tradition is still preserved in Oostduinkerke

Dry Fish Rack
Plenty of unsalted cod is dried by cold spring winds and almost freezing temperatures on huge wooden racks

Brighton Christmas Market (Winter Fayre)
This Christmas market truly verges on the sublime

Hurst 4th of July Firework Shows & Events
Visit a traditoinal Indepedence Day celebration and become a part of the community

Millévin
A joyous and epicurean celebration of the arrival of the new Côtes du Rhône vintage

Madrid-Style Tripe (Callos a la Madrileña)
Try the traditional winter Spanish stew called "Callos a la madrileña" which is a favourite in Madrid

Chicago Air and Water Show
The oldest and largest show of this kind in the United States

Hokitika Wildfoods Festival
Beetle larvae, baby fish with their guts intact, and lamb testicles promise an unforgettable culinary adventure for daring food enthusiasts

James Dean Festival in Fairmount, IN
A great occasion for all fans of iconic Jim Stark from the Rebel Without a Cause

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

Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival
A massive summer ballooning event in Upstate New York

Kiel Week (Kieler Woche)
Don't miss a chance to observe a long line of hundred-year-old sailing vessels

Graves Mountain Apple Festival
Embrace fall splendor at this much-anticipated event

Chestnut Season and Fête de la Châtaigne
A little province in the South of France is the chestnut capital of the world

Oysters Season
Locally produced oysters and mussels is a must try for seafood lovers

Coppell 4th of July Parade & Fireworks
Feel the spirit of freedom at these Independence Day celebrations

Feast of San Gennaro
Eat the best Italian food, watch colorful parades, and attend free concerts

Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawaii
A touching Buddhist custom attracts thousands of participants in Honolulu

Copenhagen Beer Festival (Ølfestival)
Enjoy thousands of beers and meet beer enthusiasts from all over Denmark and abroad

Munger Potato Festival
Plenty of free potato and lots of fun are waiting for you!

Zompopos de Mayo
Mmm, yummy ant butts taste and crunch like peanuts and the season is too short to linger!

Donauinselfest (Danube Island Festival)
Check out the biggest open-air music festival in Europe on the Danube Island

Lancaster Hot Air Balloon Festival
Experience the magic of vibrant balloons lifting off over the rolling hills of southern Pennsylvania

Burns Night Celebrations
Scotsmen respect their national poet and commemorate his legacy by cooking his favorite meal on his birthday

New Jersey Memorial Day Weekend Events, Parades & Festivals
Lots of festivals, parades, and commemoration ceremonies

Strawberry Harvest and Fête de la Fraise
Sweet festivals in beautiful old villages are a sign of spring

Gladmat Festival
There is no better occasion to revel in Scandinavian delicacies than Gladmat Festival

Istanbul Coffee Festival
Join over 30,000 people at one of the world's biggest coffee festivals

San Francisco Street Food Festival
Gourmets will be carried away by San Francisco’s food

International Mango Festival
Life is too short for not jumping into mango heaven at one of Delhi’s most popular events

Foire du Midi
For over one month, the funfair occupies the streets of Brussels

Posen Potato Festival
Potato, potahto...learn all about this veggie at this annual potato fest!

Cranberry Harvest
In the middle of fall, plain low-growing cranberry vines transform into exuberant red bogs

Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival
It is a great Scotch fun to intoxicate oneself to traditional Celtic singing, dancing, and storytelling

The 'Big Dill' Pickle Festival
Save the date for the world's biggest and most exciting pickle party

Notte Bianca
Guaranteeing a memorable night, Notte Bianca truly holds something special for every guest

Plano Balloon Festival
A fun weekend event in the balloon capital of Texas

Friese Ballonfeesten
Enjoy one of the Netherland's biggest balloon festivals in Joure, the Balloon City

Festival of Near-Death Experiences
Spain is known all over the world for its crazy festivals, but this one takes the cake for being the most bizarre

Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival
This three-day event can be the most romantic escape filled with the taste of good wine, spectacular flights, and pleasant time

Festa della Castagna in Scala
The celebration of the perfect autumn snack—chestnut

Fairborn 4th of July Fireworks, Parades & Events
Grab your cameras along because you'll want to remember these celebrations!

Airshow London-SkyDrive
Visit North America's best and most massive airshow!

California State Fair
The Fair has been attracting people for over 150 years. Come and join this spectacular celebration

Lobster Festival
Seafood lovers will appreciate Belize's favorite summer treat

Great Missenden Food Festival
Foodies' paradise in the Misbourne Valley

Khao Lam Rice in Bamboo
Lao rice dishes can be spicy, salty, or sweet. Do not miss the chance to try the latter in one of its many variations

Wausau Balloon & Rib Fest
Enjoy the unforgettable weekend full of beautiful sights and sounds!

Wisconsin Cranberry Harvest
Cranberry Country welcomes everyone to visit the harvest celebrations

Fresh Maple Syrup
This iconic Canadian topping is made of maple sap collected from tree trunks—what a generous gift from nature!

Taylorsville Apple Festival
This harvest fest is the best way to celebrate fall

Fête du Citron (Menton Lemon Festival)
The bright, colorful, and fragrant Lemon Festival is among the most important events of the Riviera

South Carolina Pecan Music & Food Festival
After visiting this festival, you'll fall in love with pecans!

Japan-Tag Düsseldorf/NRW
The largest festival of Japanese culture outside of Japan

Lviv Coffee, Books & Vintage Festival
Enjoy your favorite drink at this one-of-a-kind coffee & vintage event

The Great New York State Fair
Discover lots of delicious food, exciting competitions, exhibits, and thrilling entertainment at the oldest state fair in the U.S.

Romerías de Tenerife
Traditional Canarian Romarías welcome everyone to join the celebration full of fun and free food

Kāwhia Kai Festival–Hamilton Waikato
Māori cuisine has many specialties. Try sweet potato and meat cooked in underground ovens and served in flax baskets

Southern Indiana Renaissance Faire
Immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind medieval atmosphere

Ithaca Apple Festival
Get a sense of fall at this vibrant harvest festival

Snails or Babbaluci
Sicilian festina is not complete without snacking on baby snails cooked with garlic and herbs

Michigan State Fair
See the second oldest state fair in the United States

Moomba Festival
The annual Moomba Festival taking place on the Yarra River personifies its influence on the culture of the people who once lived here

Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off
A beautiful way to say goodbye to the summer during the Labor Day Weekend

DeKalb County Fair in Auburn, IN
An old-fashioned fair famed as Indiana's largest family reunion

Reynoldsburg 4th of July Parade & Fireworks
Join one of the coziest Independence Day celebrations in the country

Taste of Bethesda
One of the most popular food festivals near theses U.S. capital

Mexican Gold Poppies
The sea of gold covers Franklin Mountains every spring

Yellowstone International Airshow in Billings
Yellowstone has more than just beautiful nature—visit this thrilling airshow to see it for yourself!

Austin Memorial Day Weekend Events
Memorial Day Weekend is a great opportunity to spend time with friends and family attending exciting events

World Bodypainting Festival
Take a glance on a live masterpieces of Bodypaint city

Leicester Caribbean Carnival
Have you ever watched an authentic Caribbean-style carnival? It's time to let your hair down in Leicester

New Jersey Renaissance Faire
Feel the real medieval vibe at this Renaissance fair

Vivid Sydney
An award-winning light festival and the best tourist event in Sydney

Cathedral City Hot-Air Balloon Festival
Not just balloons! A fall festival in Coachella Valley offers something for everyone

Jjukkumi
Top season occurs during the spring when the jjukkumi ("baby" octopus) is at its best and most tasty

Bournemouth Christmas Market
One of England's most authentic Christmas celebrations

Indianapolis Crossroads Air Show
Visit one of the biggest air shows in Indiana!

Labor Day Weekend in Seattle
Take advantage of an extra day-off to discover the Emerald City and to take part in its festive attractions

Warren County Balloon Festival
Three balloon festivals in two different locations—choose the one you like the most and go ahead!

Apple 'n Pork Festival
Believe it or not, apples and pork go really well together!

Liberty Antiques Festival
One of the most famous antique fairs in Eastern U.S.

Osceola Wheels & Wings
Enjoy the sights and sounds at this free, family-friendly event

Rowlett Fireworks on Main
A captivating 4th of July show on Lake Ray Hubbard, 20 miles (32 km) from Downtown Dallas

Asakusa Sanja Matsuri Festival
A large traditional festival in the center of Tokyo

Taj Mahotsav
Celebrate the cultural heritage of ancient India, its traditions and customs by visiting one of the most popular festivals of Agra

Kona Coffee Harvest
Try one of the world's most famous coffees and participate in its harvesting by hand

Christmas Lights in San Jose
See the most sparkling Christmas lights in San Jose

Edmonton Heritage Festival
See the whole world in one weekend without going outside of Edmonton

Aarhus Festival
The largest cultural event in Aarhus and one of the largest in Denmark

Open'er Festival
One of the leading music festivals in Europe, and what a pleasant surprise—one of the cheapest!

Knödelfest St. Johann in Tirol
Try out the best tastes among the variety of dumplings at Knödel Festival

Perth International Jazz Festival
Australians surely know a little something about jazz music, and this festival is living proof of it

The Big Cheese Festival
Take a break in one of Europe's largest castles to enjoy the medieval traditions of Wales

Texas Renaissance Festival
Nation’s largest Renaissance theme park full of 16th-century magic

Wellsville Balloon Rally
Witness 35 hot air balloons gracefully float above the fields of Allegany County

Volaria Festival Aéronautique
Get a glimpse of true aviation world at this top-notch airshow

Aurora Ribfest
Calm your hunger with juicy ribs & beer at this craft rib fest

Canadian National Exhibition
The fifth largest fair in North America provides lots of traditional entertainment

Festival de las Naciones
Experience a range of cultures under one roof

Gays Mills Apple Festival
Get the best out of your Wisconsin trip by attending this one-off apple fest

Tigard Festival of Balloons
A colourful festival of hot air balloons in Tigard, close to Portland

Brigham City Peach Days
The perfect sweet taste and smell of freshly harvested peaches attracts tens of thousands of visitors annually to Brigham City

Singapore Food Festival
Singapore food festival is a perfect occasion to try the tastes of Malay, Indian, Chinese and Peranakan cuisines

Eyes to the Sky Balloon Festival
Enjoy colorful hot air balloons in Salina's skies

Flag City BalloonFest in Findlay
Bring your family to the largest, free ballooning event in Hancock County!

Kiwanis Indiana Balloon Fest
Enjoy the fun-filled weekend of ballooning in Bloomington

Frankenmuth Dog Bowl
If you love hot-air balloons just as much as you love dogs, this fest is for you!

Mudbug Madness Festival
One of the biggest and most popular Cajun festivals in Louisiana

Fig Season
Fresh figs are abundant all over Albania in late summer and early autumn

Cloverdale Rodeo and Country Fair
This huge Country Fair with its amazing Rodeo shows attracts hundreds of thousands of people every year

Weber Family Pumpkin Festival
Watch pumpkins steal the show at this annual harvest festival!

Marathon du Médoc
A fun race combining wine, sports, delecious food and health