Winter Carnival
January 31st – February 16th
Historic Qu�bec City is transformed into a winter wonderland during
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this 17-day extravaganza. Thousands take part in the fire-lit night
parades, ice slides, skidoo races and live music events.
7.
Berlin, Germany
Berlin International Film Festival
February 6th – February 16th
This year marks the 53rd Berlin International Film Festival. Thousands
will attend this leading European film event to see who will be honored
with the Golden and Silver Bear awards.
8.
Venice, Italy
Venice Carnival
February 21st – March 4th
This outdoor masquerade ball features nightly parades, theatre
performances and live music. Venetians and the thousands of Europeans
who attend spend all year creating their elaborate masks and costumes.
9.
Rio De Janeiro , Brazil
Rio De Janeiro Carnival
March 1st – March 4th
This carnival of carnivals attracts thousands from all over the world
with its incredible costumes and infectious music. Samba dancing,
parades and live music fill Rio during this unbeatable event.
10.
Binche, Belgium
Binche Carnival
March 2nd – March 4th
The Gilles, strange, costumed carnival characters, are the signature of
this unique festival. Dancing in the street, parades, bands and pelting
the crowd with oranges make up this one-of-a-kind event.
11.
New Orleans, Louisiana
Mardi Gras
March 4th
Masks, music and mayhem! Enjoy live jazz bands in festive costumes,
delicious Cajun food and thousands of paraders partying along Bourbon
Street during this wild New Orleans festival.
12.
Dublin, Ireland
Dublin's St Patrick's Festival
March 14th – March 17th
A spectacular parade, premier street carnival, live music, fireworks,
city-wide treasure hunt and lots of Guinness are all part of Dublin's
magnificent St. Patty's Day celebrations.
13.
Boston, Massachusetts
St. Patrick's Day
March 17th
Boston hosted America's first St. Patrick's Day celebration in 1737 and
still boasts one of USA's biggest St. Patty's Day parties. Don't miss
the parade with many colorful floats and merry entertainers.
14.
Liverpool, England
The Grand National
April 5th
Place your bets! The Grand National is regarded as the greatest
steeplechase in the world. Race day buzzes with excitement as hundreds
watch the winning horse approach the finish line.
15.
Augusta, Georgia
US Masters
April 10th – April 13th
Tiger Woods defends his title against the best golfers in the world as
they compete for one of golf's most coveted prizes, the Masters green
jacket.
16.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh International Science Festival
April 11th – April 22nd
Stimulate your mind every Easter in Edinburgh! Each year science
enthusiasts, young and old, gather for over 250 fascinating events,
workshops and exhibitions. James Watt would be proud!
17.
Whistler, Canada
World Ski & Snowboard Festival
April 11th – April 20th
Definitely the largest music and snow-sports extravaganza in North
America, this raucous event includes the World Snowboarding
Championships, free outdoor concerts, film premieres, photography
events and endless parties.
18.
Boston, Massachusetts
Boston Marathon
April 21st
This Olympic inspired event is the world's oldest contested marathon
and the first to officially recognize wheel-chair athletes.
Established in 1887, it is New England's most widely viewed sporting
event.
19.
Seville , Spain
La Feria de Abril
April 28th – May 4th
From the official lighting of the lanterns at midnight on opening day
to the finale of fireworks, Seville's April Fair is a celebration of
Flamenco, folklore and endless fun.
20.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Queen's Day
April 30th
One of the most vibrant Dutch holidays, it celebrates the birthday of
former Queen Juliana. Every city transforms itself into a dazzling
fairground with live music and outdoor markets.
21.
Paris, France
Fiore de Paris
April 30th – May 12th
and health and beauty exhibitors, live jazz bands and culinary
specialties from around the globe.
22.
Atlanta, Georgia
Music Midtown
May 2nd – May 4th
This 10th annual Atlanta tradition features over 100 of the world's
leading musicians performing across 11 stages. World-class
entertainment and great food draw over 300,000 people to this
celebrated festival.
23.
Portim�o, Portugal
Algarve International Film Festival
May 4th – May 18th
Join film buffs for Portugal's oldest cinema event. Held every year in
the town of Portim�o, this short film competition is open to animated
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and live action 35-mm shorts.
24.
Cannes , France
Cannes Film Festival
May 14th – May 25th
In its 55th year, Cannes is revered as the most glamorous and important
cinema event. Movie stars, the coveted Palme d'Or award and chic
parties make up this penultimate festival.
25.
Monte Carlo, Monaco
The Monaco Formula One Grand Prix
May 29th – June 1st
Begun in 1929, this Grand Prix is considered the most famous motor race
in the world. Drivers speed through the narrow, winding streets at an
incredible 88 miles an hour.
26.
Basel, Switzerland
Art Basel
June 18th – June 23rd
Basel transforms into a Mecca of art hosting one of the world's most
significant art events. Selected galleries from around the world
feature works from contemporary masters to emerging artists.
27.
London, England
Wimbledon Tennis Championship
June 23rd– July 6th
Last year, Serena Williams reigned as Queen of one of the world's most
important and historic tennis tournaments. Since 1877, this classic
sporting event has come to define the British Summer.
28.
Montreal, Canada
Montreal International Jazz Festival
June 26th – July 6th
Widely considered one of the finest jazz festivals in the world it
attracts the best international and local jazz artists. Over 2000
musicians perform over 500 shows in beautiful Montreal.
29.
Glastonbury, England
Glastonbury Festival
June 27th – June 29th
Enjoy the mystic English countryside, groove to many top artists and
party all night long at one of the UK's biggest, best and most famous
music festivals.
30.
Siena, Italy
Il Palio
July 2nd and August 16th
Parades, religion, rivalries and a feast: what more could you want?
Siena has hosted this 3-lap, 10-horse bareback romp around the main
town square since 1147.
31.
New York City, New York
Macy's Fireworks Spectacular
July 4th
What better way to spend Independence Day in the big apple? Join
thousands along the East River to watch this one of the country's most
brilliant fireworks extravaganzas choreographed to music.
32.
Rouen , France
Tour de France
July 5th – July 27th
This famed event began in 1903 and is widely considered to be the
world's most prestigious and grueling bicycle race. The remarkable
participants cover over 2500 miles of arduous road.
33.
Pamplona, Spain
Feast of San Fermin
July 6th – July 14th
The patron saint of bakers and wine merchants is honored during this
vibrant Fiesta. Soak up massive street parties, colorful parades and –
for the very brave – the Running of the Bulls.
34.
Berlin, Germany
The Love Parade
July 12th
In 1989 this wild, street party started with 150 revelers, now this
hugely popular event attracts over a million party-goers and some of
the hottest DJs in the world.
35.
Paris, France
Bastille Day
July 14th
This important national holiday celebrates the storming of the Bastille
in 1789 and the beginning of the French Revolution. Festivities
fireworks.
