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This section contains our list of Festivals and annual Events, held in places all across the world from Shrimp and Seafood festivals to craft festivals to music festivals. Held all around the globe including, Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia to name a few in the United States. To International events in places like Africa, Australia, Bahamas, Canada, England, France, Ireland, Mexico, Scotland and more. Listed below in groups of 25. Add or Update Festival Information
And now you can locate and reserve your lodging through our network for any event around the globe; United States, Europe, Caribbean, Eastern Nations, Africa, Oceania, Canada, Mexico, South America and Central America
ReelWorld Film Festival
Toronto,
Ontario
Canada
USA
Held on the
Second
Wednesday
of
April
for
5
day(s) beginning
04/11/2007
ending
04/15/2007
Description:
ReelWorld Film Festival’s vision is to change the face of the Canadian film and video industry behind the scenes and on the screens. The cinematic form has become its own global language; learning through narrative film may be one of the most valued and efficient teaching tools we have. ReelWorld Film Festival is Canada’s premiere non-profit film festival dedicated to nurturing, promoting and celebrating the full spectrum of racially and culturally diverse films and video.
Each year, thousands of filmmakers, film lovers, industry visionaries and international media gather in Toronto to experience ReelWorld Film Festival. It provides a unique environment for film going audiences, as well as stimulating interaction between emerging artists and established professionals from all facets of the industry to network, share and support each other.
Entertainment:
ReelWorld Film Festival is the only festival of its kind that showcases Canada’s truly diverse talent in the entertainment industry.
For More Information, Phone
416-598-7933
or
simone@reelworld.ca
Website:
Visit Web Site
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Lion's Fest
Grove Hill,
AL
Clarke
USA
Held on the
First
Saturday
of
April
for
1
day(s) beginning
04/01/2006
ending
04/01/2006
Description:
The Grove Hill Lion's Club is holding a Lion's Fest. This event includes arts and crafts, kids corner with wonderful surprises, entertainment and The Grove Hill Lions Club Auction. Come join the fun and bring the whole family.
Entertainment:
Local artist.
For More Information, Phone
251-275-3035
or
cybils_mom@yahoo.com
Website:
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McDowell Mountain Music Festival
Scottsdale,
AZ
USA
Held on the
Last
Friday
of
April
for
2
day(s) beginning
04/29/2005
ending
04/30/2005
Description:
SCOTTSDALE, AZ -- The 2nd Annual McDowell Mountain Music Festival, which will feature a full schedule of top bands, headliners and local groups, known nationally as well as locally, will be held April 29-30, 2005 at WestWorld 16601 N. Pima Road in Scottsdale.
Designed to promote community involvement, the event will feature continuous music entertainment from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, April 29 and 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, April 30.
Advance purchase tickets are $33 for Friday, $38 for Saturday and $65 for the weekend. At the gate, tickets are $38, $43 and $75. Parking is $5 per vehicle. Overnight camping in tents and motor homes is available.
Music will cover all tastes, including rhythm and blues, Cajun, SKA, bluegrass and jazz.
Proceeds will benefit Arizona Quest for Kids, a nonprofit organization that provides adult mentors and college scholarships to talented and deserving children from low-income homes, and the Phoenix Day Child & Family Learning Center in South Phoenix where a secure learning environment is provided so parents may maintain meaningful employment.
For more information, visit www.mmmf.net on the Internet or call 602-343-0453.
Entertainment:
SCOTTSDALE, AZ -- The 2nd Annual McDowell Mountain Music Festival, which will feature a full schedule of nationally known bands and artists, including Southern rocker Dickey Betts & Great Southern, will be held April 29-30, 2005 at WestWorld, 16601 N. Pima Road in Scottsdale.
Also scheduled for appearances are folk artist Tony Furtado, jazz aces Bruce Hornsby, blues rocker Big Head Todd & The Monsters, soul rocker Solomon Burke, soul artist Derek Trucks, Jerry Jeff Walker, Jerry Riopelle and Walt Richardson and the Morning Star Reunion.
For More Information, Phone
or
Website:
www.mmmf.net
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Fort Myers Beach Film Festival
Fort Myers Beach,
FL
USA
Held on the
Last
Weekend
of
April
for
3
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
The spotlight shines on Fort Myers Beach this April with a film festival presented by the Town of Fort Myers Beach. The three-day festival, slated for the last weekend of April each year. This festival will provide movie-goers the opportunity to see quality independent films and to be a part of events designed to cultivate the spirit of visual creativity and harbor the talents of local and upcoming filmmakers.
Entertainment:
Movies, Movies, Movies
For More Information, Phone
or
Website:
www.ovayonda.org/festival/fmb_film_festival.htm
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Alva Chili Cook Off
Alva ,
Fl
Lee
USA
Held on the
Second
Saturday
of
April
for
1
day(s) beginning
04/08/06
ending
04/08/06
Description:
Chili Cook Off and Community Festival Guest speakers from ECHO and Florida Yards and Neighborhoods
Entertainment:
Jake Murphy and Roughstocak at 4pm
For More Information, Phone
888-675-6762
or
pwalker@heritagelandco.com
Website:
Visit Web Site
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An EPIC Celebration of Spring-2006
St. Augustine,
FL
St. Johns
USA
Held on the
Last
Weekend
of
April
for
3
day(s) beginning
04/27/06
ending
04/30/05
Description:
Three days of food, friends, flowers and fun! Three venues comprise "An EPIC Celebration of Spring"! On Thursday, April 27, 6-9 at the Casa Monica Hotel, it's "An Evening with EPIC Chef's", a four-course elegant dinner. Then, Sat. April 29th 12-9pm, it is "A Taste of St. Augustine" with over 30 local restaurants serving up samples of their best to compete for the fabulous TOStA Awards! Live music all day! Finally, Sat. & Sun. April 29 & 30, it's "The Flower and Garden Expo" with everything for the avid gardener-plants, lectures, flower show.
Entertainment:
Silent & Live auction at "An Evening with EPIC Chefs"
Live music all day on April 29 at "A Taste of St. Augustine"
Strolling musicians & live radio remotes at "The Flower and Garden Show"
For More Information, Phone
904-829-3295
or
Suzy@epiccommunityservices.org
Website:
www.epiccommunityservices.org
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Celebrate Sweet Auburn Spring Fest
Atlanta,
GA
Fulton
USA
Held on the
Fourth
Weekend
of
April
for
3
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
The Largest Street Festival in the Southeast with over 500,000 attendees. This years event is planned to set the Guinness record as the largest in the world. It's a Gathering of Generations as families from all over the globe gather to Celebrate "FAMILY"
Entertainment:
10 Stages of continual entertainment covering a wide spectrum of music from every taste and culture. Parade of Cultures, Health Fair, Technology Expo, Kids Fantastic Fun Zone, Car Show, International Vendors Market Place, The Taste of Sweet Auburn, Much More.
For More Information, Phone
404-886-0986
or
charles@sweetauburn.com
Website:
www.ovayonda.org/festival/gaf_sweet_auburn_spring_fest.htm
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SouthlandJubilee
Greensboro,
GA
Greene
USA
Held on the
Third
Saturday
of
April
for
1
day(s) beginning
04/16/2005
ending
04/16/2005
Description:
Downtown Greensboro comes alive from 9am-5pm with arts & crafts, food court, living history, heritage crafts, vintage cars, antique tractors, live entertainment, children's activities, kid's tractor pull and the Heritage Parade .
Entertainment:
Live entertainent includes rock, jazz and the hottest new Contemporary Christian band THIEF ON THE RIGHT!
For More Information, Phone
706-473-6283
or
brittcooper@mail.com
Website:
www.southlandjubilee.com
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Annual Poke Salad Festival
Blanchard,
LA
USA
Held on the
Second
Weekend
of
April
for
2
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
Celebrates Poke, Poke salad & native dishes
Entertainment:
For More Information, Phone
or
Website:
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Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival
Ponchatoula,
LA
Tangipahoa
USA
Held on the
Second
Weekend
of
April
for
3
day(s) beginning
04/02/20
ending
04/04/20
Description:
The annual Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival is traditionally held on the 2nd weekend of April. The years that Easter falls on the 2nd Sunday, the festival is moved to the first weekend in April.
Entertainment:
please see website
For More Information, Phone
or
Website:
www.lastrawberryfestival.com
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MS Gulf Coast Kite Fest
Long Beach,
MS
USA
Held on the
Last
Weekend
of
April
for
2
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
Kite Contest, Flying, building, designs more
Entertainment:
Kite Flying
For More Information, Phone
228-863-6666
or
Website:
www.biloxi.org
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Crayfish Festival @ MS Coast Colliseum
Biloxi,
MS
Biloxi
USA
Held on the
Second
Weekend
of
April
for
3
day(s) beginning
4/16/04
ending
4/18/04
Description:
Games, rides, booths, boiled crayfish & varieties of other foods.
Entertainment:
Country Music
For More Information, Phone
228-539-2573
or
laine55@bellsouth.net
Website:
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Cotton District Arts Festival
Starkville,
MS
Oktibbeha
USA
Held on the
Forth
Saturday
of
April
for
1
day(s) beginning
04/24/04
ending
04/24/04
Description:
The Starkville Area Arts Council would like to announce the annual Cotton District Arts Festival scheduled for Saturday, April 24, 2004. The Festival is fully supported in parts by a grant from the Mississippi Arts Commission and by donations from corporate sponsors and individual contributors.
This year’s expanded activities include a 5K Run, a Pet Parade for all ages, a Juried Art Show, Flower Show, Medieval Village, Bulldog Art Auction, Architectural Tours, Artisan’s Village, and lots of continuous local musical and artistic entertainment. The event will be litter-free and the Festival will participate in the Starkville Recycling Program. Admission to the festival is free.
Many local artisans will be featured in individual booths where they will sell and demonstrate all kinds of original art forms. The fine arts and crafts offered will all be non-manufactured items, including pottery, stained glass, watercolors, and photography.
The popular “Taste of Starkville” presented by area restaurants will again be part of the festival attractions. The Taste of Starkville will feature local restaurants in Starkville illustrating why Starkville has such a unique blend of eating establishments. It will be a great opportunity for local flavors and talents to be discovered.
If you need more information on the festival or how to participate or volunteer, please contact Armando de la Cruz at DeLACRUZ@Biology.MsState.Edu
Entertainment:
Local Bands, THREE stages!
For More Information, Phone
662-324-1424
or
DeLACRUZ@Biology.MsState.Edu
Website:
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Durham Earth Day Festival
Durham,
NC
USA
Held on the
Fourth
Saturday
of
April
for
1
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
The Triangle's Largest Earth Day Celebration! Food, Music & Fun! Durham Central Park, Noon - 5pm
Entertainment:
Live Music & more
For More Information, Phone
919-560-4185
or
jlim@ci.durham.nc.us
Website:
www.ci.durham.nc.us
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Fayetteville Dogwood Festival
Fayetteville,
NC
USA
Held on the
Fourth
Weekend
of
April
for
3
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
Community festival with street fair, midway, sporting events, entertainment and children's activities
Entertainment:
Live Music. More
For More Information, Phone
910-323-1934
or
dogwoodfestival@aol.com
Website:
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Flat Rock Music Festival
Flat Rock,
NC
USA
Held on the
Fourth
Weekend
of
April
for
3
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
American roots based music on four stages. Beautiful setting with outdoor adventure activities.
Entertainment:
Live Music
For More Information, Phone
828-692-2005
or
flatrockmusicfestival@bellsouth.net
Website:
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Spring Splash!! Vendor Bash!
Forest City,
NC
USA
Held on the
Third
Saturday
of
April
for
1
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
A fun day filled with 50 plus crafters/vendors! Kids activities, free refreshments, door prizes!
Entertainment:
Craft Demonstrations
For More Information, Phone
828-286-3555
or
VendorBlender@aol.com
Website:
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De Rail A Bration
Goldsboro,
NC
USA
Held on the
First
Saturday
of
April
for
1
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
Children's Event. Amusement rides, carnival games, vendors, food, entertainment.
Entertainment:
Amusements, Rides, Live Entertainment
For More Information, Phone
919-735-4959
or
sarchibald@ci.goldsboro.nc.us
Website:
www.ci.goldsboro.nc.us
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Annual Great Pirate Purple/Gold Pigskin Pig-Out
Greenville,
NC
USA
Held on the
Second
Weekend
of
April
for
2
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
The Pig-Out returns to the spring with pig cooking, carnival rides, and Pirate Football. Fun for everyone!
Entertainment:
Pig Cooking, Carnival Rides & Pirate Football
For More Information, Phone
252-328-4530
or
robinettea@mail.ecu.edu
Website:
www.ecu.edu
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Halifax Antique Faire
Halifax,
NC
USA
Held on the
Second
Saturday
of
April
for
1
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
Antique Faire Antiques, collectibles, foods--outdoor faire coincides with Historic Halifax Day celebration.
Entertainment:
Living History
For More Information, Phone
252-583-2261
or
cpeoples@mac.com
Website:
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Annual Spring Fling Craft
Lenior,
NC
USA
Held on the
First
Weekend
of
April
for
2
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
Held Indoors Caldwell Agriculture. Fairgrounds with over 150 spaces of art-crafts-food. No resale allowed.
Entertainment:
Craft Demonstrations
For More Information, Phone
828-437-5002
or
rhart@hci.net
Website:
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N.C. Gold Festival
Marion,
NC
USA
Held on the
Last
Weekend
of
April
for
2
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
Gold prospecting and Bluegrass concert, Mine tours 4-5 thousand expected,
Entertainment:
Prospecting Demonstrations, live Music
For More Information, Phone
800-959-9033
or
doonbugg@comporium.net
Website:
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Bloomin' Arts Festival
Oxford,
NC
USA
Held on the
Fourth
Ssaturday
of
April
for
1
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
Small arts festival featuring regional music, artists, children's entertainment and more!
Entertainment:
Live Music more
For More Information, Phone
919-692-8272
or
mbliner@netscape.net
Website:
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Downtown Spring Open House
Reidsville,
NC
USA
Held on the
First
Weekend
of
April
for
2
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
Participating merchants, antiques dealers, & specialty shops have specials, sidewalk sales, refreshments & more.
Entertainment:
none
For More Information, Phone
or
ahuber@ci.reidsville.nc.us
Website:
www.ci.reidsville.nc.us
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Spring Kiln Openings
Seagrove,
NC
USA
Held on the
Third
Weekend
of
April
for
2
day(s) beginning
ending
Description:
Over 60 renowned potteries open their Kilns for this Event.
Entertainment:
Pottery Demonstrations
For More Information, Phone
336-873-7304
or
philmorg@asheboro.com
Website:
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