Festivals

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Queenstown Winter Festival
A ten-day winter fun is made of mountain races, street performances, foods and music, and above all – famous Dog Derby

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

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

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

SoWa Open Markets
Boston's South End Open Market takes food shopping to another level

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

Country Apple Fest in Lebanon
Savor the taste of fall at this cozy apple festival

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

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

Thanksgiving
Being mainly a family holiday, Thanksgiving is a great time to taste traditional dishes and observe different customs

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

Night Markets
During the summer period, you can spend Friday evenings at the night market. This is not only for shopping but also lots of fun and great food!

The Central Coast Renaissance Festival
Get a glimpse of the medieval era at this amazing Renaissance fest

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

Carroll County Balloon Festival
Maryland's most magical family event will leave you speechless

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

Lake Havasu Balloon Festival & Fair
Visit one of the biggest balloon fests and dive deeper into this colorful atmosphere

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

Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival
Feel some Western charm at Santa Clarita valley recreating the atmosphere of its cowboy past

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

European Cheese Festival (Feria del Queso)
Watch the process of cheese making, learn some unique techniques, or just visit the dairy and try some of the world's finest cheeses

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

Goose & Duck Feast in Slovenský Grob
Try some incredibly juicy and crispy meat dishes at the famous autumn festivities

Chinese New Year
Check out a big Asian bash at the Chinatown Center and other events

Chappell Hill Bluebonnet Festival
One of the best small-town festivals in Texas

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

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

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

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

Tin Hau Birthday
Celebrate the Birthday of the Chinese Goddess of the Sea while watching Chinese opera performances with thousands of Hongkongers

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

Natchitoches Christmas Festival
Treat yourself to the oldest community-based holiday lights display in America

Hot Pot
This dish was born in the north where people fight the cold with a hot broth

Oyster Festival
The largest waterfront festival on the East Coast runs annually in Oyster Bay

French Quarter Festival
Grounded in the most famous Quarter, the festival is full of food and free of charge

Farmers Markets
Nashville's most outstanding farmer's markets worth the drive

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

Krakow Honey Harvest & Bee-Keepers Festival
Did you know that bees can recognize human faces and have their own personalities? Bee-keeping festival is a perfect chance to discover more about the masters of honey

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

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

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

Envision Festival
An annual gathering to promote sustainable development and raise the sense of community

New France Festival (Fêtes de la Nouvelle-France)
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the colonial age and celebrate everything French

Vancouver Folk Music Festival
Dive into the world of music and relaxation in Jericho Beach Park

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

Taste of London
Nothing motivates more that the desire to be the best, so just relax and let the chefs try to please your palate

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

Northampton Balloon Festival
Celebrate summer in the heart of the Midlands with balloons, funfair rides, and live music

Herring Night, or Śledzik
Join in on one of Poland's unique Carnival traditions by tasting a piece of pickled herring, a classic and flavorful treat

Shambhala Music Festival
Come and enjoy one of the largest electronic music festivals in Canada

FireLake Fireflight Balloon Fest
Create memories while watching 20 bright balloons fill the skies over Shawnee, Oklahoma

Tollwood Summer Festival (Tollwood Sommerfestival)
It's music time! Come and enjoy the best performers from all over the world

National Arts Festival
Don't miss one of the greatest cultural events of the African continent—the best occasion to discover current SA performances, music, and art

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

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

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

The Villages Balloon Festival
Enjoy a brilliant ballooning event set an hour-drive northwest of Orlando

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

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

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

First Light
After visiting 17th century Ontario, you'll see that such a life could be quite fun even without electricity and light bulbs

Peoria Fireworks (All-American Festival)
Visit one of the most famous 4th of July festivals in the Phoenix area

NH Bacon & Beer Festival
A dream occasion to celebrate your favorite fatty snack and hoppy drink

East Nashville Beer Festival
Come to East Park and drink as much beer as you like

Chester County Balloon Festival
Witness cake-shaped and monster-inspired balloons at this hot air balloon festival

Chalk Festival in Sarasota
One of the most important pavement art events in the world

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

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

Universal Orlando Mardi Gras
A colorful celebration with your favorite characters and live music

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

Bob Marley Birthday Bash Negril
If you are a Bob Marley fan, you shouldn't miss this fantastic event

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

NYC Wine and Food Festival
A great chance to indulge in food and wine, and meet celebrity chefs in foodie heaven

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

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

Mangalica Festival
Hungarian pigs are fed only with pasture plants, potatoes, and pumpkins in order to enhance the flavour of their meat

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

Georgia National Fair
Traditional Southern entertainment and plenty of food

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

Streetlife Festival
This outdoor party creates a space for people to experience the city differently

Canalway Cavalcade
A range of nice neat boats arrive to the canalway of London's Little Venice

World Poutine Eating Championship
Over three kilos of steaming poutine are eaten in minutes for a prize of $5,000

California Artisan Cheese Festival
A celebration of flavor and craftsmanship in Sonoma County

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

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

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

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

Monroe Cheese Days
Monroe Cheese Days or Green County Cheese Days is a three-day entertainment with lots of food and drinks

Main Street Grapevine Brew Fest
This festival is the ultimate beer & wine event

Clacton Airshow
Join this spectacular two-day event on the seafront in Clacton-on-Sea

Obidos Chocolate Festival (Festival Internacional de Chocolate de Óbidos)
Paradise for chocolate lovers in a medieval town of Óbidos in the very centre of Portugal

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

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

Alberta International Airshow (Edmonton Airshow)
Entertainment spectacle showcasing rich history and the evolution of Canadian aviation

Poteau Balloon Fest
One of the largest hot air balloons festivals in Oklahoma

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

Nashville Oktoberfest
This four-day beer festival will make you fall in love with beer and entertaining contests. Check it out!

Woosterfest
Enjoy music, foods, libations, and tons of family-friendly entertainment within a weekend of Wooster's Oktoberfest

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

Manchester Coffee Festival
After visiting this event, you’ll fall in love with coffee

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

Presidio Picnic
Lounge on a lawn with mouthwatering delicacies in your hand

Turkish Sticky Ice Cream (Dondurma)
A Turkish ice-cream man is a kind of a troll—you'll be involved in a lasting trick show until he finally hands you the treat

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

Montréal en Lumière
One of the largest and most beautiful winter festivals in the world

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

What the Fluff? Festival
The abundance of yummy, fluffy delicacies makes for a true paradise for anyone with an appetite for sweets

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

Great Pumpkin Festival
Don't miss this event if you want to feel the real American Halloween atmosphere

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

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

High Country Beer Fest
Join over 1500 beer lovers at High Country Beer Fest and learn more about the craft brewing industry

Þorramatur
An old custom left behind the Norse pagan tradition, but still interesting and luscious

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

Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival in Cary
A foodie's paradise in a suburb of Raleigh and 30 minutes drive from Durham

Fish and Seafood Festival
A great variety of delicious seafood dishes at the St. Erasmus festival and Pescadori in Festa in Ajaccio