Every spring, the small town of Tirnavos in Thessaly, central Greece, explodes in a riot of color, laughter, and bold humor for the Tirnavos Carnival. The most famous highlight is the “Phallu…
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Upcoming Festivals
Basel Carnival
Switzerland
Three Days of Midnight Magic, Masks, and Music
2026/02/23Fiesta Nacional del Sol
Argentina
San Juan’s Festival of Light, Culture, and Community
2026/02/24Perfume Pagoda Festival
Vietnam
A pilgrimage festival filled with prayers and the breath of spring-Vietnam’s largest pilgrimage celebration.
2026/02/26Chingay Parade
Singapore
Singapore’s Carnival of Dreams and Diversity
2026/02/27Magha Puja
Thailand
A Night Filled with Light and Prayer
2026/02/28Valencia Fallas
Spain
A Fiery Festival Where Art, Satire, and Tradition Intersect
2026/02/28Omizutori
Japan
A Fiery Ritual of Prayer and Spring at Nara’s Todaiji Temple
2026/02/28Krakelingen and Tonnekensbrand
Belgium
The Miracle of Geraardsbergen, Where Fire, Bread, and Ancient Prayers Envelop the Town
2026/03/02Holi
India
India’s Spring Festival of Color and Joy