Discover 2025’s best events and festivals this year worldwide! Plan your travels with this guide to top global events from music to film and cultural celebrations.
Discover the most exciting festivals and current events happening worldwide in 2025! Get essential information, including event descriptions, dates, locations, and how to get there.
Whether you’re into music, culture, sports, or the arts, this guide has something for everyone. Here’s a list of events in chronological order to help you plan your travels for 2025:
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January
Harbin Ice and Snow Festival
Event Description: Marvel at incredible ice sculptures, snow art, and cultural performances at the world’s largest winter festival.
Event Dates: January 5 – February 28, 2025
Location: Harbin, China
How to Get There: Fly into Harbin Taiping International Airport and take public transportation to the festival grounds.
Sundance Film Festival
Event Description: The premier independent film festival, Sundance showcases groundbreaking films and serves as a hub for creators and film enthusiasts.
Event Dates: January 23 – February 2, 2025
Location: Park City, Utah, USA
How to Get There: Fly into Salt Lake City International Airport and drive or take a shuttle to Park City.
February
Rio Carnival
Event Description: The vibrant Rio Carnival brings samba, extravagant costumes, and street parties to one of the world’s largest cultural celebrations.
Event Dates: February 28 – March 4, 2025
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
How to Get There: Fly into Galeão International Airport in Rio de Janeiro, then take a taxi or public transportation to the city center.
March
SXSW (South by Southwest)
Event Description: SXSW is a convergence of music, film, and technology, featuring panels, performances, and networking opportunities.
Event Dates: March 7–16, 2025
Location: Austin, Texas, USA
How to Get There: Fly into Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and take a taxi or public transit to downtown Austin.
Holi Festival
Event Description: Known as the Festival of Colors, Holi is celebrated with vibrant powders, music, and joy to mark the arrival of spring.
Event Dates: March 14–15, 2025
Location: Celebrated across India, particularly in Mathura and Vrindavan
How to Get There: Fly into Delhi or Mumbai and take a train or bus to the festival locations.
St. Patrick’s Day Festival
Event Description: Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival is a multi-day celebration of Irish heritage, complete with parades, live music, and cultural events.
Event Dates: March 14–17, 2025
Location: Dublin, Ireland
How to Get There: Fly into Dublin Airport and take a taxi or public transportation to the city center.
Cherry Blossom Festival
Event Description: Experience the breathtaking beauty of cherry blossoms during this annual celebration featuring parades, performances, and cultural exhibits.
Event Dates: March 20 – April 14, 2025
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
How to Get There: Fly into Washington Dulles International Airport or Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, then take public transit to the National Mall and Tidal Basin.
April
Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
Event Description: One of the most famous music festivals globally, Coachella features a stellar lineup of artists, art installations, and culinary delights in a desert setting.
Event Dates: April 11–13 and April 18–20, 2025
Location: Indio, California, USA
How to Get There: Fly into Palm Springs International Airport, or drive from Los Angeles, which is about a 2-hour journey.
Venice Biennale
Event Description: A prestigious art exhibition showcasing contemporary artists from around the world in historic Venetian venues.
Event Dates: April 20 – November 23, 2025
Location: Venice, Italy
How to Get There: Fly into Venice Marco Polo Airport and take a water taxi or public transportation to the city.
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
Event Description: The Jazz Fest showcases the rich musical heritage of New Orleans, featuring jazz, blues, gospel, and regional cuisine.
Event Dates: April 25 – May 5, 2025
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
How to Get There: Fly into Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport and take a taxi or public transportation to the festival site.
May
Cannes Film Festival
Event Description: A prestigious event showcasing world-class cinema, the Cannes Film Festival is where filmmakers, actors, and cinephiles gather for screenings and awards.
Event Dates: May 13–24, 2025
Location: Cannes, France
How to Get There: Fly into Nice Côte d’Azur Airport and take a train or taxi to Cannes.
June
Wimbledon Championships
Event Description: Experience the world’s oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament, featuring top players and traditional strawberries and cream.
Event Dates: June 23 – July 6, 2025
Location: London, England
How to Get There: Fly into Heathrow Airport and take the Underground to Wimbledon.
Glastonbury Festival
Event Description: The iconic Glastonbury Festival is back, featuring legendary headliners, and emerging artists, and a celebration of art, activism, and community. Don’t miss this world-famous music and performing arts festival.
Event Dates: June 25–29, 2025
Location: Pilton, Somerset, England
How to Get There: Fly into Bristol Airport and take a shuttle or drive to Pilton. Public buses are also available from nearby towns.
July
Montreux Jazz Festival
Event Description: A must-visit for jazz lovers, this renowned festival features legendary performers and rising stars on the picturesque shores of Lake Geneva.
Event Dates: July 4–20, 2025
Location: Montreux, Switzerland
How to Get There: Fly into Geneva Airport and take a train to Montreux.
Glimmerglass Festival
Event Description: A celebration of opera and musical theatre, the Glimmerglass Festival brings enchanting performances to a charming lakeside venue.
Event Dates: July 5 – August 25, 2025
Location: Cooperstown, New York, USA
How to Get There: Fly into Albany International Airport or Syracuse Hancock International Airport, then drive to Cooperstown.
FIFA Women’s World Cup
Event Description: The biggest event in women’s football, the FIFA Women’s World Cup, unites fans worldwide for thrilling matches.
Event Dates: July 10 – August 20, 2025
Location: Multiple cities across Australia and New Zealand
How to Get There: Fly into host cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, or Auckland and take local transit to the stadiums.
Tomorrowland
Event Description: A dream destination for electronic dance music fans, Tomorrowland offers spectacular stage designs and an unmatched EDM experience.
Event Dates: July 18–20 and July 25–27, 2025
Location: Boom, Belgium
How to Get There: Fly into Brussels Airport, then take a train to Boom or a Tomorrowland shuttle.
Fuji Rock Festival
Event Description: Japan’s largest outdoor music event, Fuji Rock features top artists and a stunning mountain backdrop.
Event Dates: July 25–27, 2025
Location: Naeba Ski Resort, Japan
How to Get There: Fly into Tokyo Narita or Haneda Airport, then take a train and shuttle bus to the festival venue.
Comic-Con International
Event Description: A paradise for pop culture fans, Comic-Con celebrates comics, movies, TV, and gaming with panels, cosplay, and exclusive previews.
Event Dates: July 24–27, 2025
Location: San Diego, California, USA
How to Get There: Fly into San Diego International Airport and take public transport or taxis to the San Diego Convention Center.
August
Lollapalooza
Event Description: This iconic music festival offers a diverse lineup of artists spanning rock, pop, hip-hop, and electronic genres, plus art markets and food vendors.
Event Dates: August 1–4, 2025
Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA
How to Get There: Fly into Chicago O’Hare International Airport or Midway International Airport, then use public transit to Grant Park.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Event Description: The world’s largest arts festival features thousands of performances across theatre, comedy, music, and more.
Event Dates: August 1–25, 2025
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
How to Get There: Fly into Edinburgh Airport and take public transit or a taxi to the city center.
Sundance Next Fest
Event Description: Combining film, music, and art, Sundance Next Fest offers a vibrant showcase of creativity in Los Angeles.
Event Dates: August 8–10, 2025
Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
How to Get There: Fly into Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and use public transit or rideshare services to downtown LA.
Burning Man
Event Description: Burning Man is an experimental community and art event, culminating in the symbolic burning of a large wooden effigy.
Event Dates: August 24 – September 1, 2025
Location: Black Rock City, Nevada, USA
How to Get There: Fly into Reno-Tahoe International Airport and rent a car or join a rideshare to the event.
La Tomatina
Event Description: Join the world’s biggest food fight at La Tomatina, where participants throw tomatoes in a playful and messy celebration.
Event Dates: August 27, 2025
Location: Buñol, Spain
How to Get There: Fly into Valencia Airport and take a train or bus to Buñol.
September
Oktoberfest
Event Description: Munich’s Oktoberfest celebrates Bavarian culture, offering traditional beers, food, parades, and festive tents.
Event Dates: September 20 – October 5, 2025
Location: Munich, Germany
How to Get There: Fly into Munich Airport and take public transit or a taxi to Theresienwiese, the festival grounds.
October
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Event Description: A mesmerizing display of hot air balloons fills the skies during this colorful event with nighttime glows and music.
Event Dates: October 4–12, 2025
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA
How to Get There: Fly into Albuquerque International Sunport and take public transit or a taxi to the festival grounds.
Diwali Festival
Event Description: The Festival of Lights, Diwali, is celebrated with fireworks, feasts, and traditional lamps across India and beyond.
Event Dates: October 21–25, 2025
Location: Celebrated across India and worldwide
How to Get There: Fly into major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, or Bangalore to experience grand celebrations.
November
Day of the Dead
Event Description: Día de los Muertos is a traditional Mexican festival honoring loved ones who have passed away with altars, costumes, and parades.
Event Dates: October 31 – November 2, 2025
Location: Oaxaca and Mexico City, Mexico
How to Get There: Fly into Oaxaca or Mexico City and explore the local celebrations.
Yi Peng Lantern Festival
Event Description: Witness thousands of lanterns light up the night sky in this magical Thai festival that symbolizes letting go of negativity.
Event Dates: November 8–10, 2025
Location: Chiang Mai, Thailand
How to Get There: Fly into Chiang Mai International Airport and take a taxi to the city center.
December
Edinburgh Hogmanay
Event Description: Celebrate New Year’s Eve with torchlight processions, street parties, and fireworks in Scotland’s capital.
Event Dates: December 30, 2025 – January 1, 2026
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
How to Get There: Fly into Edinburgh Airport and use public transport or taxis to reach the city center.
This calendar provides a year-round roadmap for exciting cultural experiences, music festivals, and global celebrations. Plan your journey and enjoy the vibrant energy these events bring!
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