Wine Festival
Where: Madeira, Portugal
When: August 27 – September 10
In the region of Estreito de Camara de Lobos begins the harvesting and processing of grapes – here they produce Madera. In this regard, local residents are hosting a large annual festival. Massive festivities are organized in the main city of Funchal: exhibitions, folklore performances, fairs with wine tasting, and a parade. In particular, tourists have the opportunity to personally participate in wine production.
Oktoberfest
Where: Munich, Germany
When: September 16 – October 3
The main beer festival of Europe is waiting for all fans of suds and Bavarian sausages on the Terezin meadow in the center of Munich. Thousands of visitors from all over the world come to grand "beer" festivities. Some – for the main purpose of the event, others – for the sake of tourist curiosity.
Halloween
Where: United States
When: October 31
Halloween is the most frighteningly spectacular American holiday. On this day in all states there is simply an insane concentration of thrills: witches, vampires, bloodthirsty monsters and green zombies roam the streets and courtyards. For those who do not plan to cross the ocean for this kind of impressions, there is an option of taking a trip for Halloween to Romania. Transylvania turns into a living legend of Count Dracula times, witches arrange races, and tourists try young wine to the sounds of the local folk.
The day of the Dead
Where: Mexico
When: November 1–2
If in America Halloween is aimed at tickling one's nerves and staring fear in the face, in Mexico, as well as in a number of neighboring countries, the Day of the Dead is considered a "cheerful" celebration of the deceased – which is, by the way, very authentic. The central area of Mexico City at this time resembles a large decorated cemetery. Everywhere there is music, colorful skulls hanging around and being on display, in towns and villages there are noisy festivities with dressing in costumes and painting faces. All this is done to make fun of Death and to celebrate Life.
Guy Fawkes Night
Where: The United Kingdom
When: November 5
After the end of the working day, all British people flood the streets of their cities for a large-scale celebration. In the sky fireworks and fireworks are to be enjoyed, Guy Fawkes effigy is burnt. Children smear their faces with coal and run around the fires. The British adore this holiday, because in the distant 1605 their king was rescued from the insidious design of Guy Fawkes. Despite the country-wide admiration, November 5 is not a public holiday.
Diwali Festival of Lights
Where: Sri Lanka, India
When: November 13–17
Spectacular Hindu celebration is accompanied by incredible light effects. So, in all houses and on streets candles and lanterns are lit, and from the squares go off colorful fireworks. The air is filled with the blast of petards and crackers. They say, from the abundance of fire and light, it seems that the sun does not go down even at night.
You have to remember thought that on the eve of holiday and festival celebrations it can be difficult to get tickets for closed events, as well as to find available rooms in a hotel. Buy, book and get ready in advance!