Be a Part of the Celebrations at Sabah International Folklore Festival, Malaysia

The Sabah International Folklore Festival (SIFF) will be held at the Sabah Cultural Complex in Penampang from 24th – 30th July. It will include cultural dance performances by diverse ethnic groups from across the world. As many as 10 international cultural dance troupes will come together. About the Festival Based on the theme, ‘Peace through Culture’, the festival is in its 11th year and is aimed at promoting and celebrating the cultural ties between countries that transcend physical barriers. This event also serves as an opportunity to promote Sabah as an attractive tourist destination, rich in natural beauty and culture. Continue Reading »

Delight Your Artistic Senses at Llangollen Fringe Festival in Wales

The Llangollen Fringe Festival, from its humble past has now risen to occupy an important place in the eventful calendar of the UK. Originally a part of the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod, this Fringe festival has attained legendary status over the years and runs for 10 days every July. The longest festival in Wales, this year it will be held from 14th to 24th July in the magnificent Victorian Llangollen Town Hall, which acts as the centre stage of the event. Evening Events Run by volunteers, this non profit organisation attracts visitors from across the length and breadth of the Continue Reading »

Celebrate Folk Music at Cambridge Folk Festival 2016

The Cambridge Folk Festival 2016 is approaching fast. The 52nd edition of one of the world’s biggest and most prestigious folk festivals, the Cambridge Folk Festival is scheduled to be held from 28th to 31st July at Cherry Hinton Hall Grounds in Cherry Hinton, Cambridge, UK. For music fans, it will be an extended weekend full of an eclectic mix of quality music amidst the classy surroundings of Cambridge. The festival features more than 250 performances, workshops and events, with impromptu sessions being an integral part of the entire festival. Although the festival arena has an on-site capacity of up Continue Reading »

The Powell Street Festival of Vancouver is Just Days Away!

The Powell Street Festival of Vancouver is a yearly celebration of Japanese art, culture and tradition. It is a way of recognizing as well as appreciating the contributions of the Japanese Canadian society in the path of nation building. The genesis of the festival dates back to 1977 and since then it has continued to remain the longest arts festival in Lower Mainland. All about the Festival The Powell Street Festival, also known as PSF, is an important event in the annual calendar of Vancouver. It is marked by three days of both indoor and outdoor activities and performances attended Continue Reading »

Jazz Up your Travel with the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival 2016

The Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival, the brainchild of banjo-player and guitarist – Mike Hart, is the biggest of its kind in Britain. Conducted annually, this year the festival will be held from 15th July to 24th July in the capital city of Scotland. The programme features 170 concerts in a time period of 10 days. For the participants of the fest, there’ll be lots of music, ranging from 1920s traditional jazz to all shades of blues. Not only this, they’ll be entertained by the festival favourites Davina and the Vagabonds, a vintage jazz party with Bratislava Hot Serenaders, Italian Continue Reading »

Rediscover Your Wild Spirit at the Secret Garden Party, 2016

Started in 2004, the Secret Garden Party is an annual independent arts and music festival held at the Mill Hill Field in Cambridgeshire, England. Focusing on this year, the ‘garden-party-gone-crazy’ is scheduled to be held from the 21st of July to the 24th of July. It allows individuals to connect with their creative powers, explore their wildest fantasies and meet thousands of people from different corners of the world. Theme and Participation The theme of Secret Garden Party 2016 is ‘The Gardeners Guide to The Galaxy’. To ensure maximum participation, the Secret Garden Party gives over half of all programming Continue Reading »

‘T in the Park’ is Back Again!

The renowned music festival called T in the Park was started in 1994. Over the years, it has been held across many places, with the last edition being at Strathallan, Perthshire. Originally conceptualized as a two day event, it has over the years turned into a three day affair. The Strathallan Castle will again play host to this year’s festival, which will last from 8th to 10th July. Tickets and Accommodation You can choose to stay at a campsite for the entire duration of the event or opt for a single day visit. By buying camping tickets, you get easy Continue Reading »

Participate in the Huon Valley Mid-Winter Fest for a Fun-Filled Tasmania Experience

Supported by Dark MOFO, Events Tasmania and the Huon Valley Council, the annual Huon Valley Mid-Winter Fest is a 3-day event celebrating the significance of the apple in the Huon Valley. The festival will light up the winter nights with exciting bonfires, dance performances, folk music and storytelling. Mouth-watering food and refreshing beverages will be offered to the participants. Read on to know more about the festival. Venue: The Apple Shed, 2064 Huon Highway, Grove TAS 7109 Date: 15th – 17th July, 2016 (Friday to Sunday) Traditions Continuing with an age old tradition, wassailing will take place to awake the Continue Reading »

It’s Time to Gear Up for the Boardmasters Festival

Cornwall’s very own Boardmasters Festival is back again in 2016 with four days of fun and activities. To be held in the town of Newquay, this event has become one of the biggest music festivals in the UK and blends fine elements of live music, surfing, skateboarding and much more. Be a part of the festival from 10th to 14th July and witness, what promises to be a rousing celebration of surf culture and the hottest music in town. The Stage Stage is where the magic usually happens and the organisers have ensured that it is indeed a big one. Continue Reading »

Best Cultural Festivals of New Zealand

New Zealand is a country of beautiful natural landscapes and a rich culture. It’s a popular travel destination for many reasons – snowy winters, beautiful mountain peaks, pristine waters, amazing flora and fauna and fantastic people are just some of the elements. Of late, the country is also becoming popular for the various types of amazing cultural festivals it hosts, which give visitors a sneak peek into its rich and fabulous culture. New Zealand attracts tourists with its food festivals, wine festivals, music festivals, arts festivals, fashion festivals, family fun events, sports festivals, and various other events and festivals. At Continue Reading »