Every December, Saint Lucia shines brighter than ever as locals prepare for the National Day Festival of Lights, celebrated on December 13, the feast day of Saint Luce, the island’s
Haarlem’s weekend Christmas market is a Dutch favourite, with hundreds of stalls radiating from the Grote Markt into the old town’s handsome streets. You’ll find crafts, seasonal bakes and cosy
The Serendipity Arts Festival is an exciting celebration of art, culture and wellness held annually in Panjim, Goa. This vibrant festival brings together local and international performers, artists and wellness
Running since the 1980s, the Harvard Square Holiday Fair is a juried, indie craft market that pops up over two December weekends. Expect a rotating roster of New England makers—textiles,
Small but spirited, the Vaduz Christmas Market brings twinkling lights and alpine charm to the Städtle for one winter weekend. Peter‑Kaiser‑Platz fills with wooden stalls selling handicrafts, decorations and local
Chichicastenango, a colourful town nestled in the highlands of Guatemala, is known for its rich Mayan heritage, colonial architecture, and vibrant culture. One of the most important and anticipated events
The hugely popular Beverley Festival of Christmas, in East Yorkshire, has grown from a small market to one of the largest festive celebrations in England. Held on 8 December
Get ready to be dazzled! The Festival de la Luz in San José, Costa Rica, promises to illuminate the vibrant capital with a kaleidoscope of colours and electrifying energy. Prepare
Hanukkah, also known as Chanukah or the Festival of Lights, is one of the most popular and beautiful Jewish festivals around the world. Taking place annually towards the year-end...
When the festive season rolls around in Mexico, few celebrations capture the magic of community, faith, and tradition quite like the Las Posadas celebration. Held annually from 16 to 24
Pärnu—best known as Estonia’s ‘summer capital’—serves up a charming, concentrated burst of Christmas spirit each December. For three days, Independence Square fills with huts selling hand‑crafted gifts, seasonal bakes and
Chișinău’s main festive fair is staged at the International Exhibition Centre Moldexpo, bringing together local artisans, food producers and seasonal gift suppliers under one roof. The short, four‑day event is
High in the Triesenberg mountains, Malbun’s one‑day Christmas market delivers postcard‑perfect alpine vibes. The village centre hosts wooden huts with warm drinks, snacks and crafts—an inviting stop for skiers and
Renegade Craft’s Chicago Winter edition pops up at Morgan Manufacturing in the Fulton Market District. Expect 170+ artists and makers with contemporary jewellery, apparel, prints, ceramics and gourmet small‑batch goods—perfect
Narva’s Christmas Village brings a hearty dose of festive warmth to Estonia’s eastern border. Centred on Town Hall Square, the event features stalls with local handicrafts, sweet treats and hot
The annual Feria de Cali or Cali Fair in Colombia has grown into one of South America’s most important salsa festivals with fireworks, colourful parades, free music concerts...
The Carnival Calabar is Africa’s biggest street party, bursting with colour, culture and creativity. This annual five-day spectacle in Calabar, Nigeria, features grand parades, dazzling costumes, energetic music and unforgettable
When the year winds down and the holiday season approaches, the United States comes alive with a tapestry of cultural festivities. Among these, Kwanzaa celebrations stand out as a unique
We have all heard about the city of the carnival, but how about Rio Rio de Janeiro New Years Eve, is it the place to toast in 2023? Mike East went to discover what it is all about...
The Pagara Estafette is a Grand Farewell to the Old Year and a Joyous Welcome to the New. This electrifying New Year's Eve celebration is held annually in Paramaribo, Suriname.
