Taking part in local festivals is one of the best ways to travel. Musical festivals, cultural festivals, and holiday festivals are great ways to learn more about the country’s culture and to meet new people. These are the holiday festivals you should check out.
Dia De Los Muertos
Translated into The Day of the Dead, this Mexican holiday is celebrated over three days called The Days of the Dead: Halloween on October 31, Day of the Innocents on November 1, and Day of the Dead on November 2. The holiday focuses on families and friends gathering to pray and remember friends and family who’ve passed away. There are parades, people wearing colorful costumes, and plenty of food during the Day of the Dead.
King’s Day
Koningsdag or King’s Day is a Netherland’s national holiday celebrated on April 27 or April 26 if the 27 is a Sunday. The holiday was first celebrated on August 31, 1885, as Princess’s Day because of the birthday of the heir to the throne, Princess Wilhelmina. The date moved due to the birthdays of the royals and during the festivities, there are outdoor concerts, people dressed up in orange—the national color, and flea markets.
Songkran
This Buddhist festival takes place in Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos from the 13-15 of April. Locals celebrate with a water fight that’s believed to give you a fresh start to the year.
St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day is a cultural and religious holiday that celebrates the death of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Every year it falls on March 20 and it’s all about drinking and parades. It’s celebrated throughout the world, with the biggest event being in Ireland.
