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King Sihamoni’s Birthday Cambodia 2026

Cambodia celebrates King Sihamoni’s birthday annually with a public holiday on May 14. Until 2020, the event was marked with a three-day public holiday. This has since been slashed to...

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Spring Joshua Tree Music Festival, California, USA

The Spring Joshua Tree Music Festival is a family friendly, immersive and rejuvenating independent event in the heart of California’s stunning desert. From 14 to 17 May 2026, festival-goers will...

International Literature Festival Dublin

International Literature Festival Dublin 2026

The 27th International Literature Festival Dublin (ILFD), will be held from 16 to 25 May 2025 in the heart of this most literary city. Where else in the world could be more appropriate...

Bridlington Kite Festival

Bridlington Kite Festival, UK 2026

The Bridlington Kite Festival close to the popular Yorkshire coastal resort is held in May 2024. There will be a wide array of kites in various different colours and designs over the two days...

Alresford Watercress Festival

Alresford Watercress Festival 2026, UK

If you are a fan of cress then Hampshire is the place to head for this May. Held on 17 May, the 2025 Alresford Watercress Festival will see fifteen thousand...

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Cambridge Beer Festival 2026, Cambridge, England

Cambridge Beer Festival 2026 takes place in Cambridge on 18–23 May 2026. Cambridge Beer Festival 2026 Theme Each year, the leading British Beer Festival takes on a fresh theme, and...

Chelsea Flower Show

RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026

RHS Chelsea Flower Show, the world’s most famous horticultural show, returns from 19-23 May, 2026. As the climate crisis bites it affects gardeners and nature in numerous ways. This show...

Lincoln Beer Festival

Lincoln Beer Festival 2026, Lincoln, England

Lincoln Beer Festival runs from 21 to 23 May 2026. Entry is £6, with CAMRA members admitted free. A commemorative glass costs £4, refundable if returned. The Lincoln Beer Festival...

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