Holidays and festivals in the world: what are celebrated in different countries in the summer?
What awaits us in the summer? We will tell about the largest cultural festivals, fireworks, parades, shows of traditional clothes, dances.
The most interesting aspect of traveling is getting to know the traditions of other cultures, and the best way to do that is to take part in local festivals.
Let us remind you which foreign countriesSpring festivalsThey invite guests.
Festivals in June
Dragon Boat Festival
Where: China
When: 10 June
Dragon Boat Festival is one of the oldest traditional Chinese festivals with a history of more than 2,000 years. The festival traditionally includes many ceremonies and events.
The holiday is held every year in June, during celebrations including Dragon Boat Races, where participants row and race on their boats, holding handmade dragons above themselves!
Euro 2024
Where: China
When: June 14
Wales, Scotland and England will compete in the month-long Euro 2024 competition, which starts in Germany on 14 June.
England are among the favourites to win the title in Berlin on July 14, with Slovenia, Denmark and Serbia in their group. Famous players of the team are Jude Bellingham from Real Madrid and captain Harry Kane.
In addition to Hungary and Switzerland, Scotland will play the opening match in Munich against hosts Germany.
To qualify for the tournament, Wales need to win two playoff matches.
Father's Day
Where: UK and US
When: 16 June
Father’s Day is celebrated on different dates, depending on which country you are in. This special day still involves spending time with your father or thanking him for everything he has done over the years.
Celebrating Black Freedom in America
Where: USA
When: June 19
June 19 marks the celebration of black freedom in America. The tradition began as a time of jubilation and celebration of the end of slavery, but has since evolved into a day dedicated to African American culture and achievement.
The holiday is usually celebrated on the same day, June 19 of each year, and is usually celebrated with several public events, street festivities, picnics and family gatherings.
World Refugee Day
Where: The whole world
When: June 20
Organized by the United Nations, World Refugee Day is an annual event held every year on 20 June and provides an opportunity to raise awareness of the situations faced by refugees around the world.
Summer solstice
Where: Northern hemisphere
When: 21 June
The summer solstice is the longest day of the year and marks the beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. It is celebrated with many different traditions and rituals, including spiritual practices, parties and even fire festivals. The summer solstice in the Southern Hemisphere occurs in December.
Day of Canada
Where: Northern hemisphere
When: June 1
Canada Day marks the anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution Act of 1867. This law united the three colonies into one country – Canada – within the British Empire. This day is of great importance to Canadians as it is celebrated with parades, festivals and family events across the country!
- International Joke Day
- Where: The whole world
- When: July 1
International Joke Day is held on the first day of July and encourages people to share jokes with each other to unite.
Independence Day
Where: USA
When: 4 July
Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States on July 4. On this day, the Declaration of Independence is celebrated.
On this day there are fireworks, parades and family events.
Naadam Festival
Where: Mongolia
When: July 11
Naadam Festival in Mongolia is a significant event held annually on July 11. It usually includes three games: archery, horseback riding and Mongolian wrestling. Mongols consider these sports to be very important as they glorify the history of the country’s nomadic lifestyle and culture. Naadam Festival is accompanied by a lot of music, food, drinks and dancing!
Bastille Day
Where: France
When: July 14:
Bastille Day is a French holiday dedicated to the capture of the Bastille, the famous prison in France. It was on this day in 1789 that the prisoners were released from prison, marking the beginning of the French Revolution, marking an important event in its history. Bastille Day is often celebrated with fireworks, parades, dancing and singing in the streets!
Kurban-Bairam
Where: Muslim countries
When: August 16
An Islamic religious holiday marking the end of Ramadan. Eid celebrations include prayer, gift distribution and family pastime, and Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr are public holidays in many countries, including Egypt, Somalia, Turkey and Saudi Arabia.
Obon
Where: Japan
When: August 13-16
Obon is a three-day Buddhist festival held every year. The spirits of ancestors are honored here and it is believed that during this time the souls of the dead will visit their living relatives for a short time.
It is an important part of Japanese culture and is celebrated by the Bon Odori or Bon Festival. This dance is often performed in squares around the world, with participants wearing colorful kimonos and dancing to traditional Japanese music.
Obon sells delicious holiday food, so be sure to try it on Obon this year!
- Rakshabandhan
- Where: India
- When: August 19
Rakshabandhan is a Hindu festival of brotherly love that encourages the tying of rakha, a thread that Hindus wear around their wrist or neck as a symbol of love.
Women often tie this thread to the wrist of their brothers as protection and to signify the brother-sister bond. This festival is celebrated throughout India and in Hindu communities around the world.
La Tomatina
Where: Spain
When: Last Wednesday of August
La Tomatina is a major tomato throwing festival in Spain. It is held every year on the last Wednesday of August, with participants throwing tomatoes at each other in the streets and then washing themselves with refreshing water on the same day.
Text: personalguide, photo: unsplash
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