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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
ICA FolkFest
Victoria,
BC
Canada
Held on the
Last
Weekend
of
June
for
9
day(s)
Description:
From June 26th to July 4th, Victoria, BC is home to a nine-day celebration of culture and the arts. FolkFest, Victoria’s Multicultural Arts Festival, features over 1,500 performers on three stages; cooking demonstrations by renowned chefs on the World Feast Stage; an international food village; and three distinct craft markets.
Entertainment:
The Mainstage offers a dizzying array of entertainment. During the day, local performers share musical and dance traditions from around the world. High-calibre local, national and international acts wow audiences each night.
At the Bayou Barge festival-goers over 19 years of age can enjoy live music, hot BBQ treats and the ever-popular beer garden.
A stone’s throw away, at the Centennial Square venue, visitors can enjoy Teatro Circo, a spectacle of astounding aerialists and acrobats, dazzling jugglers, hilarious buffoons, giant puppets and breathtaking traditional dance ensembles.
For More Information, Phone
250-472-3378
or
Website:
www.icafolkfest.com
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ICA FolkFest
Victoria,
BCBC
Canada
USA
Held on the
Last
Friday
of
June
for
10
day(s)
Description:
The ICA FolkFest is Victoria's premiere and longest running multicultural arts festival. With an annual attendance of over 150,000, the festival is the single largest outdoor event on Vancouver Island. Victoria's Multicultural Arts Festival is proudly presented by the Inter-Cultural Association (ICA) and produced by TNT Productions Inc. This popular festival returns this year to the Inner Harbour and Centennial Square from June 30th to July 9th.
Entertainment:
The 33rd annual FolkFest will feature nine spectacular days of music, dance, food and theatre from around the world. Downtown Victoria will be filled with the sights and sounds of 1,500 performing artists, an international food village with over a dozen food kiosks offering flavours from around the world, a stage showcasing world-class chefs, a stage for acrobats and international dance performances, a craft market featuring more than 60 artisans and an ocean-front beer garden. Come for the swirling colours of a gypsy dance troupe, the thunder of Taiko drums, the insistent beckoning of a spicy curry, or the driving rhythms of electronic music created for today's globally oriented culture.
For More Information, Phone
250-472-3378
or
folkfest@icavictoria.org
Website:
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Red, White & Blue heritage Day
Madison,
Fl
Madison
USA
Held on the
Last
Saturday
of
June
for
1
day(s)
Description:
A celebration of American patriotism,with antique and collectibles,crafts and art, food, civic fundraising, political rally, bar-b-que cook-off contest, horse & buggy historic tour and live music. Celebrate our American heritage in a small town historic atmosphere.
Entertainment:
Live music
For More Information, Phone
850-973-9000
or
madisonantiquesmarket@yahoo.com
Website:
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Chamblee Festival
Chamblee,
GA
Dekalb
USA
Held on the
First
Weekend
of
June
for
3
day(s)
Description:
A grassroots celebration of art, culture, and antiques. Join us in Historic Chamblee located on Atlanta's MARTA system - with a free shuttle to all events.
Entertainment:
All sorts of music, healing arts area, children's activities, wildlife area, 2 entertainment stages, teen art exhibit, and much more!
For More Information, Phone
404-373-3746
or
deannasranlett@bellsouth.net
Website:
www.ovayonda.org/festival/gaf_chamblee.htm
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John Quinton Appalachian Arts Festival
Jasper,
GA
Pickens
USA
Held on the
First
Saturday
of
June
for
1
day(s)
Description:
Appalachian Arts Festival reliving the times past. Dealers of Arts, Antiques, Food, Music
Lots of Family Mountain Fun! Spinning Demonstrations, Blacksmith Demos and the like!
Entertainment:
Good ole' Appalachian Music
For More Information, Phone
706-692-0101
or
sharptoparts@earthlink.net
Website:
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Louisiana Corn Festival
Bunkie,
LA
Avoyelles Parish
USA
Held on the
Second
Weekend
of
June
for
3
day(s)
Description:
Contests, Carnival, Games, Music, Arts & Crafts & Parade
Entertainment:
Live Music, Carnival more
For More Information, Phone
318-346-2575
or
bunkiechamber@kricket.net
Website:
www.ovayonda.org/festival/laf_corn_fest.htm
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Juneteenth Celebration
Hammond,
LA
Tangipahoa
USA
Held on the
Third
Week
of
June
for
3
day(s)
Description:
The Hammond Tangipahoa Juneteenth Inc. and I-Rash Adult Day Care Center
Will host the Annual 9th Juneteenth Celebration beginning June 16-18 2006.
Juneteenth is an important part of our heritage and a of celebration of freedom from slavery Juneteenth or June 19, 1865, is considered the dates when the last slaves in America were freed. Although the rumors of freedom were widespread the, actual emancipation did not come until General Gordon Granger rode into Galveston, Texas and issued General Order No. 3, on June 19, almost two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation.
Juneteenth is celebrated annually, on June 19, in more than 200 cities in the United States. Texas and Oklahoma are the only states that have made Juneteenth a legal holiday. Some cities sponsor weeklong celebrations, culminating on June 19. The Hammond/Tangipahoa Parish Juneteenth Inc. has chosen a 3 day celebration .
Entertainment:
Family Day in the Park
Food, Drinks, Games, Music, Booths
Spades Tournament
Concert
Gospel Explosion
and much much more
For More Information, Phone
985-542-5300
or
events@hammondjuneteenthcelebration.com
Website:
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Hammond/Tangipahoa Juneteenth Festival
Hammond,
La
Tangipahoa
USA
Held on the
Third
Friday
of
June
for
3
day(s)
Description:
Juneteenth Summer Jam June 18,2004 Tangipahoa Black Heritage Center Community CenterFeaturing DJ New Orlean
3 big days of fun, food, rides and music in downtown Hammond, Zemurray Park
Entertainment:
Alpha Phi Alpha Frat Stomp Show
Southwest Committee From Las Vagas NV
Cappastron Hammond La
Male Auction/Win a Date/ Freestyle Competition
For More Information, Phone
985-542-5300
or
geraldine48@bellsouth.net
Website:
www.juneteenth.com
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Bay Country Festival
Cambridge,
MD
USA
Held on the
Last
Weekend
of
June
for
5
day(s)
Description:
5 day festival, entertainment nightly on the outdoor stage located on the shores of the Choptank River. Food/sodas/beer served on site. Bring your Beach chairs and enjoy nightly activities under the stars. Nightly theme nights including Western & Tropical complete with Sand dance area, and Shore Spirit nights. $35.00 advanced ticket allows admission all 5 nights! charge by phone 410-228-4800 , nightly rates charged after June30th.(a $65.00 nightly gate value)
Entertainment:
JUNE 30,2006 COLGATE COUNTRY SHOWDOWN a qualifying leg of contest ~ 7pm
MICHAEL PETERSON - 1997/98's country music's top selling New Male Artist ~ 9pm
JULY 1 LOU GRAMM of FOREIGNER 9pm
JULY 2 Captain Quint ~ tropical rock & roll with a Buffett style
JULY 3 Tranzfusion ~ 70's/ 80's music from the Doors to current hits.
JULY 4 Cedar Creek Band - Southern Rock
For More Information, Phone
410-330-3882
or
baycountryfestival@yahoo.com
Website:
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St. Nicholas Greek Folk Festival
Baltimore ,
MD
St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
USA
Held on the
Second
Friday
of
June
for
3
day(s)
Description:
Greek Folk festival in the street og Greektown celebrating Greek culture and heritage. Come enjoy a summer weelend with us eating, dancing and having a Greek time.
Entertainment:
Traditional Greek Dance Groups
Live Greek Music by Apollonia
For More Information, Phone
410-633-5020
or
webmaster@stnicholasmd.org
Website:
www.stnicholasmd.org
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St Paul's Seafood Festival
Pas Christian,
MS
USA
Held on the
First
Weekend
of
June
for
3
day(s)
Description:
Celebrates Mississippi's Seafood
Entertainment:
Live Music, Seafood, more
For More Information, Phone
or
Website:
www.gulfcoast.org
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An Appalachian Summer Festival
Boone,
NC
USA
Held on the
Last
Weekend
of
June
for
2
day(s)
Description:
Music, Dance, Theatre, Visual Arts. Voted one of the "Top 20 Events in the Southeast" by SE Tourism Society.
Entertainment:
Live Music, Art & Craft Demonstrations & more
For More Information, Phone
800.841.ARTS
or
boxoffice@appstate.edu"
Website:
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Boonville Heritage Day Festival
Boonville,
NC
USA
Held on the
Third
Weekend
of
June
for
2
day(s)
Description:
Food and craft vendors, Parade, live entertainment, Cruise-in kiddie tractor pull and rides, door prizes, raffle.
Entertainment:
Live Music, Parade, Raffle & more
For More Information, Phone
336-367-7941
or
jpvmom@yahoo.com
Website:
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Herb, Garden, and Craft Festival
Durham,
NC
USA
Held on the
First
Saturday
of
June
for
1
day(s)
Description:
Enjoy music and food, buy crafts, herbal products, and plants for your garden, tour Duke family's 1852 house.
Entertainment:
Live Music, Tours Art & Craft Demonstrations
For More Information, Phone
919-477-5498
or
dukehomestead@verizon.net
Website:
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Hillsborough Hog Day
Hillsborough,
NC
USA
Held on the
Third
Weekend
of
June
for
2
day(s)
Description:
Barbecue, great food, live music, arts & crafts, kids rides and games, fun contests, vintage car show
Entertainment:
Live Music, Cook-offs & more
For More Information, Phone
919-732-8156
or
info@hillsboroughchamber.com
Website:
www.hillsboroughchamber.com
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Occaneechi-Saponi Spring Pow-Wow
Hillsborough,
NC
USA
Held on the
Second
Weekend
of
June
for
2
day(s)
Description:
Annual festival of traditional American Indian dance , music, and crafts.
Entertainment:
Live Music, Art & Craft Demonstrations & more
For More Information, Phone
919-304-3723
or
tyaskin@mebtel.net
Website:
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Summer Fest
Lawndale,
NC
USA
Held on the
Second
Weekend
of
June
for
2
day(s)
Description:
Rides, music, food, crafts car show, and fun for everyone
Entertainment:
Live Music,Art & Craft Demonstrations
For More Information, Phone
704-538-7280
or
blovelace@carolina.rr.com
Website:
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Darden Family Bluegrass Festival
Mapleton,
NC
USA
Held on the
Third
Weekend
of
June
for
3
day(s)
Description:
A true Family Festival and Picking Party
Entertainment:
Live Bluegrass Music
For More Information, Phone
or
darssdard@aol.com
Website:
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Tar Riverfest
Rocky Mount,
NC
USA
Held on the
Fourth
Saturday
of
June
for
1
day(s)
Description:
This event celebrates the Tar River with a lot of great outdoor activities and delicious food.
Entertainment:
Live Music, River activities
For More Information, Phone
252-972-1151
or
events@ci.rocky-mount.nc.us
Website:
www.ci.rocky-mount.nc.us
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Willow Oak Bluegrass Festival
Roxboro,
NC
USA
Held on the
Third
Weekend
of
June
for
2
day(s)
Description:
Bluegrass Festival featuring many local and nationa acts.
Entertainment:
Live Music
For More Information, Phone
336-599-7387
or
Katiesol@aol.com
Website:
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Annual National Balloon Rally
Troutman,
NC
USA
Held on the
First
Weekend
of
June
for
3
day(s)
Description:
Second oldest Hot Air Balloon Rally in the country. Food, vendors, entertainment, and children's area.
Entertainment:
Live Music, Ballon Rides more
For More Information, Phone
704-873-2892
or
info@statesvillechamber.org
Website:
www.statesvillechamber.org
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MelFest
White Lake,
NC
USA
Held on the
First
Weekend
of
June
for
2
day(s)
Description:
Bluegrass Music at White Lake, N. C. Two-day acoustic bluegrass music festival. Top quality bands. Beautiful wooded music park. Reasonably priced.
Entertainment:
Live Bluegrass Music
For More Information, Phone
910-862-2416
or
jmelvin@ec.rr.com
Website:
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Blueberry Festival
Bridgeton,
NC
Craven
USA
Held on the
Second
Weekend
of
June
for
3
day(s)
Description:
Held in Bridgeton, NC, across the Neuse River from downtown New Bern. Fun and games for the entire family, along with wonderful blueberry dishes to sample. There is a lot more to sample than muffins or pancakes.
Entertainment:
Live Music, cooking demonstrations & more
For More Information, Phone
252-638-1967
or
Website:
www.ovayonda.org/festival/cra_blueberry_festival.htm
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North Carolina Arts Festival
Wilmington,
NC
New Hanover
USA
Held on the
Second
weekend
of
June
for
2
day(s)
Description:
Visual Artists show. Proceeds to benefit The Yahweh Center for neglected children
Entertainment:
Art show, Demonstrations & more
For More Information, Phone
910-762-8851
or
info@envisionzone.com
Website:
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Riverwalk Festival
Jacksonville,
NC
Onslow
USA
Held on the
Third
Weekend
of
June
for
2
day(s)
Description:
Wide variety of entertainment, arts & crafts, food, and commercial vendors.
Entertainment:
Live Music, Art & craft Demonstrations & More
For More Information, Phone
910-937-7222
or
riverwalkinfo@bold2000.com
Website:
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