Guide to the best events around the world

Travel to incredible India, where you can experience Diwali in November - a magical festival of lights. Too far away? Check out our event calendar, packed with celebrations from every corner of the globe. In this part of the ultimate guide, we are diving into the best events the world has to offer. This way, you will know exactly when to visit a country to make the most of your trip. Find the festival that excites you the most - and score the perfect ticket to go with it!


#7 Burning Man - Nevada, the U.S

25 august t/m 02 september

In the middle of nowhere, a massive event takes place. According to the organizers, Burning man isn't a festival, but a community. It's a temporary city where the participants create the entertainment themselves. Everyone is welcome to contribute in their own way. Sharing, giving and participating are the core values. The event ends with a massive bonfire - the burning man - which gives the gathering its name.

#6 Día de los Muertos - Mexico

01 & 02 november

Once a year, the dead come back to life - to celebrate with the living. During Día de los Muertos, Mexicans honor their deceased loved ones. For many, this is one of the most meaningful festivals of the year, because as long as the dead are remembered, they live on. Want to know more? Read the full story about Día de los Muertos

#5 Songkran - Thailand

13 t/m 15 april

Possibly the world's biggest water fight! Right in the heart of Thailand's capital Bangkok, the Thai New Year kicks off with a gigantic water battle. The tradition originates from the ritual cleansing of Budhha statues. Fragnant flower water was used for this ceremony, which eventually evolved into a nationwide splash fest. Water guns, balloons, buckets - anything goes. Just make sure to leave your phone at home if it's not waterproof!

#4 La Tomatina - Spanje

28 august

Swap water ballons for tomatoes and you've got Spain's version of Songkran! No one really knows why tomatoes are thrown, but one things's for sure - they love keeping the tradition alive. Want to experience La Tomatina for yourself? Book a trip to Bunol.

#3 Holi: festival of color

09 t/m 10 march

There's something about festivals and throwing things. This time, it's not water balloons or tomatoes, but colorful powder! The Holi festival of Color is celebrated every year in India and Nepal,and it's becoming more popular in other Asian countries too.

#2 Saint Patrick's day - Ierland

17 march

Green beer, green clothes, and green Ireland! On Saint Patrick's Day, it's all about partying and raising a pint. You don't have to travel far to join the fun - this holiday is celebrated in more countries than any other national holiday. But for the real deal, head to Ireland, where it all began. Dress in green, because a tradition says: If you wear green, the leprechauns can't see you - if they do, they will pinch you!

Honorable mention

Oktoberfest - Germany

First week of October
The largest folk festival in the world, held annually in Munchen. Every year, more than six million people travel to Germany to enjoy the first weekend of October.

#1 Kobe Luminarie - Japan

Begin december - mid-december

In the middle of winter, when the nights are the longest, the Japanese light up millions of bulbs for Kobe Luminarie. Since 1995, the festival has been held in memory of the victims of the Great Hanshin Earthquake. The glowing sea of lights is a breathtaking sight. And Kobe isn't alone - there are many more magical light festivals around the world.

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