Eventful Destinations This December

View this email in your browser

December is traditionally a month of festive, family celebrations. Whether you're enjoying home comforts or creating magical memories on a trip of a lifetime, we have a feast of other events to make this December even more eventful, or to plan to be visiting this time next year.

GoWhereWhen.com can help you find events for all the family wherever you are or want to be in the world!

This December, why not take part in a wild flour fight in Spain, enjoy epic ice sculptures at the Harbin Ice Fest, watch the enchanting Winterfest Boat Parade in Florida's Fort Lauderdale or visit one of the world's best Christmas Markets.

If you want even more amazing ideas, take a look at our brand new website at GoWhereWhen.com for inspiration on how to #maketraveleventful.

Visit GoWhereWhen.com Now!

Alicante Flour Fight Festival

Hundreds partake this epic egg and flour fight while those dressed in military uniforms create random laws - for one day only - which if you're caught breaking you must pay a fine that then goes to charity!

Find Out More

Hagoita Ichi Battledore Fair

The Hagoita Ichi Battledore Fair in Asakusa, Tokyo is the time to stock up on some good luck - Japanese style! Pick up your colourful hagoita bat from one of the hundreds of stalls, ready for the New Year.

Find Out More

Sahara International Festival of Douz

The Sahara International Festival of Douz has been running for over a century and celebrates the rich Arab-Berber heritage of the region. Experience the magic of the Sahara with shows, fairs, feasts and more!

Find Out More

Fiesta of the Virgin of Guadalupe

Over 2 million visitors gather at the Basilica of the Virgin of Guadalupe in Mexico City for a pilgrimage of a lifetime in order to celebrate the appearance of the Virgin Mary in Mexico in 1531!

Find Out More

Santa Fun Run

This charity event sees thousands take part in fun runs and walks through Lincoln's cathedral quarter dressed head-to-toe in full Santa attire! Whether you're running yourself or are just a spectator, it's a real sight to behold!

Find Out More

Candlelight Carol Concert

Is there anything more Christmassy than a candlelight carol concert in a cathedral?! Ring in the festive season with an evening of enchanting choral performances along with mince pies & fruit punch!

Find Out More

Harbin Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival

Each year, Harbin in China plays host to the world's largest ice and snow sculpture festival, with thousands of visitors coming to witness elaborate snow scenes being crafted by incredible artists.

Find out More

Fete des Lumiéres

Lyon's Christmas markets and Fete des Lumiéres light displays are the perfect way to get into the festive spirit! The town becomes a hub of Christmas cheer with vin chaud, roasted chestnuts, gift stalls and colourful lights galore!

Find out More

Winterfest Boat Parade

The Winterfest Boat Parade in Fort Lauderdale is a long-held winter tradition which sees beautiful boats float through along the waterways with light shows and dance troupes entertaining the crowds and famous names leading the way!

Find out More

Breckenridge Ullr Fest

If you're looking for a wild winter festival, look no further than Breckenridge's Ullr Fest in Colorado, a carnival that sees people parading the streets in Viking hats and taking part in ski jumps on Main Street and crazy events like the frying pan toss!

Find out More

Rio Reveillon

Brazil's Rio Reveillon event is an excellent way to ring in the New Year with all-night music, dancing, firework displays and foodie fiestas that run well into January 1st. What a way to start the year and a new decade!

Find Out More

Edinburgh's Hogmanay

Edinburgh's Hogmanay festivities are some of the world's biggest New Year celebrations, with live music concerts, street parties, parades and chilly river swims that will keep the whole family entertained. These guys really know how to party!

Find Out More

New Year Concert

Budapest's annual New Year Concert features both traditional gypsy folk music as well as classical compositions performed by top quality musicians. The festival also features dinner, wine tasting, folk dance shows and more!

Find Out More

First Night First Day

Boston's legendary First Night First Day festival is an awesome way to start the year with celebratory events such as art exhibitions, the people's procession, live music and fireworks displays that run from early afternoon until well into the night!

Find Out More

Djakarta Warehouse Project

The Djakarta Warehouse Project is one of the largest annual dance music festivals in Asia and features top DJ sets, epic light shows, incredible staging and a festival atmosphere not to be missed!

Find Out More

Jazz Bez Festival

Jazz lovers, did you know the Jazz Bez Festival features 50+ top class concerts in 19 incredible cities across Eastern Europe? Combine your love of jazz with a visit to a new city this December for a winter getaway to remember!

Find Out More

Reggae Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K

Jamaica's Reggae Race Day is the country's premier marathon event which sees runners from across the island and around the globe come to compete in a fun race with plenty of reggae music to keep spirits high!

Find Out More

Argentine Polo Open

The annual Argentine Polo Open, held at the 'cathedral of polo' in Buenos Aires is considered one of the most important interclub polo championships in the world and is a must for those who want to witness formidable skills on the field.

Find Out More

Night of the Radishes

Night of the Radishes, or Noche de los Rabanos, is a bizarre yet fun Oaxacan festival which sees teams carve spectacular scenes such as the Nativity or the Last Supper out of oversized radishes in a bid to win the year's competition.

Find out More

Les Habits de Lumiere

Les Habits de Lumiere is a must for champagne lovers as the famed sparkling wine region gets together to celebrate their gastronomic heritage with food, fizz, fireworks, DJs and cookery demonstrations making it an event to remember!

Find out More

Get featured on GoWhereWhen.com!

We would love to show the world what you’ve been up to and in turn, inspire others to attend events around the globe.

All you need to do is send us your photographs or reviews of any of the events we list on GoWhereWhen.com.

We won’t just mention you as a credit, we’ll add a link to your site or blog to make sure you get the credit you deserve.

Come and join the community that is #MakingTravelEventful.

GoWhereWhen.com

Eventful Destinations This December