Festivals

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!

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

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

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

The main squares of Polish cities turn magical in the winter

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

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

Manchester City Center is especially joyful during the winter season

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

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

Holiday displays in Vienna are classy and stylish

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

Edinburgh celebrates the most wonderful time of the year

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

Berlin is the true capital of famed German Christmas markets

The Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market is a huge winter celebration with lots of food, drinks, music, and fun

Go for a ride with a team of huskies in a picturesque backcountry

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

Run, Rudolph, run! This festival in Alaska offers a unique blend of winter fun and Alaskan tradition

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

Finally being nude brings some luck and fortune at this festival!

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

This equestrian event in Avignon is an elegant and original spectacle

The most important winter event in the French Riviera and one of the largest Carnivals in the world​​

Still waiting for your invitation letter to Hogwarts? Luckily, today muggles can freely roam the school for wizards!

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

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

Get some winter fun at the world's longest toboggan run

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

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

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

Ravennaschlucht Christmas Market is a one-of-a-kind Christmas market that will impress you

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

Crowds of bears dance, growl, roll, die, and then resurrect in the snowy Romanian streets

A fast and fun way to explore the snowy expanses of Greenland

A bit commercialized but this beautiful festival of snow statues is a winter highlight in Sapporo parks

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

Where else on Earth could you take a hot natural bath outside surrounded by snowy winter sceneries if not in New Zealand?

Holidays wouldn't be complete without a winter market experience

The Southbank Centre promises great winter fun, starting with a Winter Market and captivating activities

Treat yourself to a once-in-a-lifetime experience: see the extra special Christmas markets of Bavaria!

Sunless winter season has its own delight, when Norwegian landscapes bathe in glassy azure during blue hours

By the end of Christmas season, thousands of Santa's helpers set off for the two-month long trip across the frozen plains

A special occasion full of the festive hustle and bustle, Belgian delicacies, and authentic holiday gifts

The bright, colorful, and fragrant Lemon Festival is among the most important events of the Riviera

Check out the ice on the largest skating rink in the world along with other fun winter activities

Three times a year, in May, September and October, hot air balloons color the sky over Ukraine's primary ballooning destination

Ride down the slopes of the stunning Rocky Mountains in northwestern Montana

This Danish-style month-long Christmas celebration welcomes you to have lots of fun

Shimmering lights on the water, in parks, and in the tunnel

Gear up for this truly magical holiday event

Surreal walls of broken ice occasionally pile up on lake shores

Experience Philly's favorite winter tradition on Penn's Landing

The best idea for a winter stroll in Warsaw

Become a part of the English holiday fairytale at this Christmas market

Nestled in the mountains of the Black Forest, Baden-Baden is a true winter wonderland

Choose your favorite Charleston Christmas lights destination and enjoy its twinkling lights

Considered to be probably the most famous Alaskan activity, winter dog sledding is definitely worth trying!

One of Poland's coziest holiday markets, jam-packed with festive fun

A serious winter sports or just a kind of mock costume competition—anyway a delightful pastime for both "kickers" and spectators

Want to have a magical Christmas evening? Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is the place to be!

Tokyo beats many European capitals as far as holiday lights are concerned

The Bath Christmas Market is a colorful winter extravaganza full of unique gifts and Christmas atmosphere

A popular ballooning event in a picturesque ski resort, not far from Aspen

One of the best and largest holiday markets in Europe

A hot drink made from milk and wild orchids' roots powder is hard to find outside of Turkey

All of the boroughs in New York City put on dazzling winter displays

Plenty of things to do during the festive season

New York City markets will help you get into the festive spirit and buy some presents for the whole family

This amazing Christmas market is located near a UNESCO world heritage site, Aachen Cathedral

Festive entertainment and plenty of gift ideas for the holidays

Get into the holiday spirit at one of the best Christmas villages in northwest Germany

The best Christmas light displays in Georgia

Rejoice in this traditional Advent pre-Christmas market that offers plenty of delicious treats, lots of holiday music, and unforgettable atmosphere

Enjoy a variety of cheerful light displays

Ignite the holiday spirit with the memory-making Christmas lights in Idaho

One of the best ways to spend a winter day is to visit a magical ice castle

The best displays in parks, on water, and in residential areas

Immerse yourself in the magical holiday spectacular

Ice music was born in Norway thanks to the abundance of ice, talented ice sculptors, and ice musicians

Winter festival provides an excellent way to beat the cold—enjoy ice fishing along with ice racing competitions and other amusing festivities

Plunge into the warm atmosphere of holiday lights in Minneapolis

Get into Christmas spirit, meet Santa and celebrate winter in New Orleans

Immerse yourself in a magic world where everything is sweet and charming

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

Watch how this summer event transforms into a winter wonderland!

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

Choose British Columbia for a memorable visual adventure

The unforgettable atmosphere and good humor make Christmas in Las Vegas memorable

Take advantage of the snowy New England winter

Would you plunge into the icy waters in the middle of winter?

You will definitely find something for yourself at this wonderful market

Theatre is a must-see during the holiday season in London

A bourbon distillery, 1880s settlement, and quaint city parks—enjoy the unique light displays throughout Kentucky

When winter lasts for so long, people make it a bit more exciting with the help of imagination. Come and marvel at creations of spectacular ice art!

Best places in the state to get yourself into the Christmas spirit

Check out one of the most famous traditions of the city

Experience the enchanting sight of bonfires reflecting on the river and the magical evening sky in the Allgau region

This annual winter celebration features unique gifts, live music, and lots of entertainment

Don't get scared if you hear a street vendor crying out "Booozaaa!"—this tradition, as well as the recipe, has survived since the Ottoman Empire!

This is like a visit to the kingdom of Snow queen. Dive into this magical world of amazing sculptures made of ice and snow

Sweet but sharp-flavored cowberry jam is traditionally served with meat

The majestic ancient ice formations of Svalbard are mind-blowing. Have you ever wondered what they look like from the inside?

Dazzling holiday displays for the whole family

The Sitges Carnival attracts more than 250,000 people to see its bright show and colourful parties, making it one of the most popular carnivals in the world

Norwegian winter markets are all about comfort foods and cozy knits

Cornwall's most prominent lights and arts festival

One of the most beautiful Christmas markets in southwest of Germany

Spectacular light tunnels, Christmas trees, and holiday installations

A winter wonderland in the heart of a fairytale city

Whether you are a kid or an adult, Santa's warm and inviting hut is a perfect place to believe in wonders once again

The most spectacular holiday lights festivals and displays around the state

Spend your wintertime in hot mineral pools surrounded by mountains

The most unusual "flowers" that "bloom" only in winter

The oldest, largest, and brightest light displays in the state

This winter wonderland is considered to be one of the world's biggest snow events

One of the most popular winter attractions in Quebec

Magical sparkling scenery and a wide range of activities attract people to Lake Tahoe each winter

Enjoy some holiday magic in the capital of Texas

Christkindelmarkt in Leeds is a great chance to celebrate winter with a blast

The best and the brightest displays in the Pelican State

An incredible event that, in addition to the Northern Lights, illuminates the Icelandic sky

Kolonel Dusartplein transforms into a true winter wonderland for over seven weeks

Enjoy the city lit up with millions and millions of holiday lights

Light up those cold evenings with shimmering displays, Christmas markets, and holiday tours

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

Wonder how one can dress warm and look stylish at the same time when it is -30 to -40 °C outside?—Mongolians know perfectly well how!

Witness a beautiful holiday transformation of the city when entire neighborhoods dress to impress

White Minnesota Christmas would be incomplete without the magic of lights

You'll be carried away by the sparkling displays of holiday cheer in Arizona

Hundreds of raw auks are wrapped into a sealskin, then sewn up and fermented under a heap of stone—that's the recipe of Greenland's typical winter delicacy

Get the most amazing frozen hairdo and win decent money for it

Celebrate Holi, the festival of colors with locals of Agra

Chilly winter days are perfect for a swim in an outdoor bath in Budapest

London's historical and modern landmarks make this traditional winter activity into a truly beautiful experience

The flower with a similar name and similar appearance to plum is not real plum

Get into the Christmas mood in the Canadian Rockies

An extraordinary winter event will make your eyes sparkle

The best of Oklahoma holiday traditions and celebrations

The country's third largest holiday fair with 140+ beautiful chalets and a perfect setting

The most wonderful time of the year at West Virginia's largest parks

One of Cheshire's best Christmas markets, close to Liverpool and Manchester

Magical lights, figures, and various holiday installations adorn this special walk. Go straight to Blue Grouse Lake and marvel at the beauty and holiday spirit!

Let yourself skate along the largest naturally frozen ice rink in the world

Lovers of winter outdoor activities will definitely enjoy ice skating in Bulgaria

Would you like to stay in a quirky ice lodging on top of the Romanian Carpathians?

Make lasting family memories at Cincy's best holiday displays

A Chinese holiday tradition gains popularity in New York City

Get into the holiday spirit with beautiful light displays

Discover Canada's prime illumination festival in Niagara Falls

Snow and music all week long

Amazing rock formations illuminated by holiday lights

Lots of snow, music and adventures in the famous French ski resort

Experience the region's unique festive spirit with Krampuslauf in Bolzano

During Christmas time, the region’s Germanic spirit comes alive

Check out the largest and most impressive dazzling displays in the city to get into the holiday spirit

Immerse yourself in the winter wonderland at Fort Edmonton Park

Las Parrandas de Remedios Christmas festival in Cuba differs from the other Christmas​ celebrations around the world

Rejoice in the Annual Grand Illumination Parade in Norfolk

Welcome to Christkindelsmärik—one of Europe’s oldest Christmas markets

The absence of snow is not a reason to give up this Christmas fun—skating outdoors

A touching Buddhist custom attracts thousands of participants in Honolulu

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

The oldest winter festival in Japan promises tons of fun

Get dazzled by millions of magical lights in Branson

The Ice and Snow Season at Bird's Nest brings a winter wonderland to Beijing

Large humanmade waterfalls attract ice climbing fans every winter

Join the excitement at Mongolia’s iconic Thousand Camel Festival

A week filled with famous DJs, legendary Après parties, and lots of snow in the French Alps

Visit cozy mountain towns nestled near the Smokies to explore the twinkling winter wonderland

Abiding by medieval traditions the masked townspeople of Agnita slap horsewhips to drive off evil winter spirits

One of the most popular annual events in Gatlinburg

Winter holidays in Norway will give you a glimpse of what it is like to live without sun and the curious ways to find amusement without it

An impressive family-friendly Christmas display

Visit this one-of-a-kind ice festival in Japan

Discover the world-class ski resorts of Northern Colorado

Holiday cheer and Christmas spirit in the heart of Hong Kong

Check out this exciting winter festival combining science, culture, and lots of entertainment

Around 250,000 kilos of ice is yearly used to turn Zwolle's city centre into a majestic winter wonderland

Get the real Australian vibe at this lights festival

Among other beautiful nights in Montreal, there is one that will definitely be remembered

Downtown Tucson draws together the entirety of the local community to celebrate the winter season and unique culture of the Tucson community

Come and visit this celebration of the holiday spirit in Burlington

This family-friendly festival at the Bronx Zoo offers amazing experience full of lights and custom-designed animal lanterns

Get into the festive mood in the city on the Arkansas River

Grab your camera to spot millions of dazzling Christmas Lights at this holiday celebration

The celebration of Khmer ethnic group dedicated to the deity of moon

The largest holiday festival in western New York State

As winter approaches Toronto, Santas arrive to the city with the accompaniment of bright floats and marching bands

World-famous ski resorts are not cheap, but they are well worth the price

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

A beautiful scene scattered around the City Park, Botanical Garden, Storyland, and Carousel Gardens

Want to try something extraordinary on the first day of the New Year?

View a caravan of all-kind vessels decorated with intricate light displays

Discover Estonia while on a 63-km ski trail from Otepaa to Elva

Raising money for a cause is always a good idea, even if it means jumping into the frosty Lake Michigan!

An extravagant Christmas tradition stemming from the Middle Ages

Welcome to Minnesota's ice climbing mecca for the celebration of all winter things

Colorado's gorgeous nature is especially impressive in the winter