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Derby Festé

Derby Festé Street Festival 2026

The streets of Derby will resound with dance, music, comedy and contemporary circus this September, as Derby Festé hits the ground running for a thirteenth successive year...

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Vivid Sydney 2026, New South Wales

Regarded as the biggest light, music and ideas festival in the South, Vivid Sydney will light up the city’s opera house and surrounding harbour area from 22 May to 13...

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The Dancing Devils of Yare, Venezuela

One of the most spectacular and colourful festivals in Venezuela, the Dancing Devils of Yare dates back to 1749, and in 2022 it will be held on 8 June. Every Corpus Christi - the date that celebrates...

Formentera Jazz Festival

Formentera Jazz Festival, 2026

Music lovers should head for the Formentera Jazz Festival this summer. The beautiful Balearic island will host emerging and established artists for four days in June. The programme features...

Bermuda Carnival

Bermuda Carnival 2026, Bermuda

Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant explosion of music, dance and cultural expression at the Bermuda Carnival. This electrifying event promises to paint the island in a kaleidoscope...

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Borders Book Festival 2026, Scotland

The Borders Book Festival is a celebration of literature, art, music, and culture that takes place annually in the picturesque Scottish town of Melrose. This festival is a must-visit for...

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24 Hours in Philadelphia

24 Hours in Philadelphia

Mark Bibby Jackson beats the rush to spend 24 hours in Philadelphia exploring the history and culture of the city prior to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence…