Practical Info

2013 Festival Calendar
It's going to be a great year!

January

This guide is a collective effort of experienced festival enthusiasts, cultural junkies, world travelers and local experts. Many thanks to all of the wonderful contributors who have helped make this a useful, accurate and inspiring guide. We are working to make this the best guide possible so please contact us for inclusion of new festivals or inaccuracies you may find. Thank you! (see more)

Art and Cultural Festivals
Save Art

Festivals are living and breathing museums of art and culture. By honoring and preserving centuries of tradition though festivals we are preserving the old ways for future generations. (see more)

Disclaimer and Intro
Have Fun, Be Prepared!

This guide is meant to inspire, entertain and educate. Locations, dates and conditions are subject to change without warning and it is possible that some information may be inaccurate. Certain countries have volatile political situations and are prone to natural disasters like earthquakes, tsunamis, and hurricanes. Do your homework before you travel and be prepared for the worst case scenario. (see more)

Electronic Music Festivals
Dance Dance Revolution

Electronic music was once associated almost exclusively with Western art music but from the late 1960s on the availability of affordable music technology meant that music produced using electronic means became increasingly. Today electronic music includes many varieties and ranges from experimental art music to popular forms such as electronic dance music. (see more)

European Festivals
Good Times in the Old Country

Europe has a lot of experience with partying. From age old traditions to giant music festival blowouts you really can't go wrong with this combination of culture and the sheer variety of festivals, races, carnivals, fairs and national celebrations. If you want to see how it's done head to Europe! (see more)

Family Friendly Festivals
Fun for the Whole Family

Well there are a lot of festivals in here catering to the big kids in us. These festival while some might claim they are friendly for kids (like Burning Man) we wouldn't bring our kids there. (see more)

Festival Calendar 2011
A Year of Festivals!

January
4-9, Jamcruise 9, Caribbean

February

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October

November

December 2011

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2012!

Year Round Events

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Festival Essentials
Festival Tips for the Road

What to Bring

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Festivals in Africa
The Motherland

Africa is where it all stared and ritual remains around harvest, manhood, fertility, religion, music and more. While we are focused on mostly more organized and larger gatherings there are many smaller tribal ceremonies of great importance. Given the opportunity to be invited to such a tribal gathering, it's probably something you shouldn't miss it. (see more)

Festivals of Asia
Orient Express

Asia has an important historical role in festivals. In fact fireworks which are seem in festivals around the world are an asian influence. (see more)

Fiestas - Latin America
Festivals South of the Border

Latin America is full of spirits and contains an abundance of cultures derived from mixtures of various European and native ancestries. One word of wisdom: when in the Southern continent that encompasses Brazil, Venezuela, and Argentina, do NOT refer to it as “South America”. Although the term has evolved out of convenience, the diverse peoples of this massive continent’s worth of sovereign nations, each with their unique cultures and histories, resent this banner label, especially because it titles them as “Americans”. For convenience here, we’ll use the label when we discuss the beautiful Latin nations to the "South of the Border." (see more)

Film Festivals Worldwide
Cinema Paradise

We will bring you a select few of worthy festivals that combine history, location and an eye for great cinema. (see more)

Food Festivals
Yum Yum

You are what you eat! Our culture is deep rooted in food and one of the best way to experience new places. Be adventurous and enjoy local tastes like the locals. (see more)

Japanese Festivals
The Land of the Rising Sun

Japanese culture ranges from its ultra-modern and frenetic cities to its quaint and pastoral countryside. One of the most influential nations in world trade, Japan has the third largest economy in the world in addition to being the fourth largest exporter and importer. (see more)

Music Festivals
♫ For the Love of Music ♫

A music festival is a festival oriented towards music that is sometimes presented with a theme such as musical genre, nationality or locality of musicians, or holiday. They are commonly held outdoors, and are often inclusive of other attractions such as food and merchandise vending, performance art, rides and social activities. The Pythian Games at Delphi included musical performances, and may be one of the earliest festivals known. During the Middle Ages festivals were often held as competitions. (see more)

Races! Ready - Set - Go
Get your race on!

The earliest festivals around the world may have started as competitions. Some of these feature the world's best while others you can join in the fun. Always be safe, know you limits, help others and enjoy yourself. (see more)

Religious Festivals
Rituals

Most festivals origins can be traced back to religious significance of some sort. The idea or ritual has shaped community and culture through the ages. (see more)

Spain's Crazy Festivals
Viva Espana

Spain is a vibrant European nation that runs on a leisurely clock; afternoon siestas encourage late night dinners and even later nights of carousing until the sun comes up. A temperate climate and an extensive coastline is more than a little responsible for Spain’s laidback, jovial vibe. It’s also home to the surreal buildings of Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí, whose designs continue to fascinate and perplex. (see more)

Thailand's Festivals
Colorfully delicious

Thailand is a popular tourist destination renowned for its natural beauty, religious ruins, and extremely modest price tag. Young travelers from around the world flock here for its tropical climate, relaxed beach culture, and delicious cheap food amidst the welcoming vibe of this Southeast Asian peninsula. (see more)

The World's Best Festivals
Welcome to the World's Best Festivals

Here you will find a collection of some of the greatest parties on Earth. This is a select list of the very best celebrations and we are growing. (see more)

Travel First Aid Kit
Safety First!