Festivals in USA

Festivals in USA are of various kinds. Ranging from music festivals to holiday festivals, the number of festivals celebrated in United States is unlimited. In fact, you may find it difficult to keep track of all the events and festivals in the United States.

Different types of festivals celebrated in USA are given below.

 

Arts and Crafts Festivals in USA

 

The arts and crafts festivals in USA most attended by are the art lovers. Some of the festivals you can visit and participate in include the following –

Festival of Murals

The Festival of Murals takes place annually in Indiana’s Wayne County. Artists from different states participate in the festival to unveil their latest creation and exhibits. A cash prize of USD$5, 000, 00 is awarded to the artist whose mural is the best.

In addition to the arts and crafts festivals, the following festivals are also very popular –

• Vermont Quilt Festival
• Festival of Arts
• Riverwalk Arts Festival
• Faor Grove Heritage Reunion
• Cherry Creek Arts Festival
• Detroit Festival of Arts
• Texas State Arts and Crafts Fair
• Festival of Native Arts

 

Holiday Festivals in USA

 

There are many places of interest in United States. As such the holiday festivals in USA are worth noticing like –

New Orleans Mardi Gras

New Orleans Mardi Gras festival is celebrated in Louisiana. The event is marked by a parade, which is a must-see. There are parties and performances by artists. It lasts for 2 weeks.

Christmas on the River

The festival is celebrated for a week. It is held in Demopolis in Alabama. There is a parade of boats on River Tombigbee. The parade takes place at night. The River Tombigbee is lit up and trees on the banks are decorated.

The other holiday festivals in USA are –

• Spirit of America Festival
• Choctaw nation Labor day Festival
• Colorado Country Christmas Show

Music Festivals in USA

Music festivals in USA are common. The recent recession has not kept away people from enjoying these festivals. Given below are popular music festivals in USA.

American Music Fest

The American Music fest takes place on July 4th in Pennsylvania every year. It is one of the largest independent day celebrations in the country.

The Great Hudson River Revival

Also known as the Clearwater Festival, it is one of the oldest and largest music festivals in USA. It is a celebration for the River Hudson. The festival showcases singing and music contest. Artists belonging to different parts of the country participate in the festival.

Some of the other music festivals in USA are –

• California Music Fest
• All Good Music Festival
• The Nik’s Annual May Music Festival
• Apple Jam Music Festival
• Atlantic Music Festival
• Eeyore’s birthday
• 80/35 Music Festival
• Audubon Rock Festival
• Bonner Mountain Music Festival
• Buffalo-Niagara Guitar Festival
• Bellingham Festival of Music
• Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival
• The Great Blue Heron Music Festival
• Jacksonville Jazz Festival
• Gathering of the Vibes

Other festivals in USA

• Beer festival
• Pioneer festival
• Sports festival
• Culture, Heritage and Folk Festivals in USA
• Pagan festival
• Science festival
• Flower festival
• Food, wild game and harvest festival
• Fine art and theater festival
• Nature and earth festival
• Renaissance festival
• Transportation festival
• Storytelling festival
• Religious festival
• Seasonal festival
• Alternative festival

Irrespective of the festivals in USA you are celebrating, it is the time when we allow some fun and excitement to rule our worlds. Any type of festival is something that is looked forward to by all and sundry. So, enliven your spirits and get rejuvenated to meet fresh challenges in life.

Last updated on 21/9/2010