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in the category "Award Ceremonies". Takes place February 17, 2012 in Los Angeles, USA.
NAACP Image AwardsA NAACP Image Award is awarded by the American National Association for the Advancement of Colored People to recognize outstanding achievement -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 17, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Mazatlan, Mexico.
Carnival of MazatlanThe Carnival of Mazatlan is one of the largest carnivals in Mexico as well as the longest-running Carnival celebration in the country -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 17, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Torres Vedras, Portugal.
Carnival of Torres VedrasThe Torres Vedras is considered the most Portuguese Carnival in Portugal. It is held every February before the beginning of Lent -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 17, 2012 to March 4, 2012 in Nice, France.
Nice CarnivalThe Nice Carnival is one of the largest carnival celebrations in Europe and arguably in the entire world. It takes place every February -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 17, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Recife, Brazil.
Recife CarnivalThe Recife Carnival is one of the most famous Carnival celebrations in Brazil, it hosts the biggest carnival parade in the world -
in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from February 17, 2012 to February 19, 2012 in Sydney, Australia.
TropfestTropfest is the largest short film festival in the world. It is held in Sydney. The festival was inaugurated in 1993 -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 17, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in São Paulo, Brazil.
São Paulo CarnivalThe São Paulo Carnival is one of the largest and most famous Carnivals in Brazil, its highlight is the samba school competition -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 17, 2012 to February 26, 2012 in Winnipeg, Canada.
Festival du VoyageurFestival du Voyageur is an annual festival dedicated to the Francophone cultural and heritage of Manitoba. It is held in Winnipeg -
in the category "Conventions". Takes place from February 17, 2012 to February 19, 2012 in Orlando, USA.
MegaCon OrlandoMegaCon is an annual fan convention held in Orlando, Florida. It is run and managed by FAN EXPO HQ of Informa Exhibitions -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 17, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Pensacola, USA.
Pensacola Mardi GrasPensacola Mardi Gras is one of the longest running Carnival celebrations in the United States. It takes place in Florida -
in the category "Exhibitions". Takes place from February 17, 2012 to February 19, 2012 in Tokyo, Japan.
Japan Golf FairThe Japan Golf Fair is the largest golf-related event in Asia. It has been held annually for over half a century -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 17, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Rio CarnivalThe Rio Carnival is the largest Carnival celebrations in the world. It attracts about 2 millions spectators every day -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 26, 2012 in Limassol, Cyprus.
Limassol CarnivalThe Limassol Carnival is one of the brightest cultural events in Cyprus. It starts 12 days before the beginning of Lent -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Sitges, Spain.
Sitges CarnivalThe Sitges Carnival is one of the most popular carnival celebrations in Catalonia and the entire Spain. It dates back to the 19th century -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Düsseldorf CarnivalThe Düsseldorf Carnival is one of the three largest Carnival celebrations in Western Germany, alongside the ones in Mainz and Cologne -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Salvador, Brazil.
Bahian CarnivalBahian Carnival is one of the most spectacular Carnivals in Brazil. It is held in the city of Salvador every February -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in La Bañeza, Spain.
Carnival of La BañezaThe Carnival of La Bañeza is one of the most famous carnivals in Spain. It is held every year in the province of León -
in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 26, 2012 in Dublin, Ireland.
Dublin International Film FestivalThe Dublin International Film Festival is an annual film festival held in the capital of Ireland since 2003 -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Warsaw, Poland.
Warsaw CarnivalThe Warsaw Carnival begins on the Thursday before Ash Wednesday. Unlike many other cities, Warsaw doesn't host an official parade -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Cerknica, Slovenia.
Cerknica CarnivalThe Cerknica Carnival is one of the largest and most famous carnivals in Slovenia. It is known for its unique customs and traditions -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Vilanova i la Geltrú, Spain.
Carnival of Vilanova i la GeltrúThe Carnival of Vilanova i la Geltrú is the most famous carnival in Catalonia. Its roots date back to the late 18th century -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Aachen, Germany.
Aachen CarnivalThe Aachen Carnival is one of the most famous Rhenish Carnivals in Germany. It was inaugurated in the early 19th century -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Tarazona de la Mancha, Spain.
Carnival of Tarazona de la ManchaThe Carnival of Tarazona de la Mancha is one of the brightest carnivals in Spain. It is held every year a week before Lent -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Cologne, Germany.
Cologne CarnivalThe Cologne Carnival is one of the largest and most spectacular Carnivals in Germany and the entire Europe. It begins on the Thursday before Ash Wednesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 26, 2012 in Cádiz, Spain.
Carnival of CádizThe Carnival of Cádiz is one of the most famous Carnival celebrations in Spain, it is best known for its satirical groups -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Bonn, Germany.
Bonn CarnivalThe Bonn Carnival is one of the brightest examples of the traditional Rhenish Carnival. It begins on Fat Thursday and ends on Ash Wednesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Bellinzona, Switzerland.
Rabadan Carnival in BellinzonaRabadan is one of the most famous carnival celebrations in Switzerland, it takes place in the city of Bellinzona, the capital of Ticino -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Mohács, Hungary.
Busójárás (Mohács Carnival)The Busójárás is a world famous carnival held in Mohács, Hungary. It is on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Mainz, Germany.
Mainz CarnivalThe Mainz carnival in one of the biggest carnival celebrations in Germany. It starts on November 11 and ends on Ash Wednesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Lucerne, Switzerland.
Lucerne CarnivalThe Lucerne Carnival is one of the largest Carnival celebrations in Switzerland. It starts on the Thursday before the beginning of Lent -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 16, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Monthey, Switzerland.
Carnival of MontheyThe Carnival of Monthey is the oldest and largest Carnival in the French-speaking part of Switzerland. It begins on the Thursday before Mardi Gras -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 15, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Ponce, Puerto Rico.
Carnaval de PonceCarnaval de Ponce is one of the most famous carnival celebrations in Puerto Rico. It is also the oldest Carnival in the Western Hemisphere -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 15, 2012 to February 26, 2012 in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.
Carnival of Santa Cruz de TenerifeThe Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is widely regarded as the second most popular carnival celebration in the world after the Rio Carnival -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 15, 2012 to February 26, 2012 in Singapore, Singapore.
M1 Singapore Fringe FestivalThe M1 Singapore Fringe Festival has been held annually since 2004, it is one of the most famous fringe festivals in the region -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 15, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Mazatenango, Guatemala.
Carnival of MazatenangoThe Carnival of Mazatenango is the largest carnival celebration in Guatemala. It lasts for eight days, ending on Ash Wednesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 15, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Funchal, Portugal.
Carnival of MadeiraThe Carnival of Madeira is one of the brightest and most famous carnivals in Portugal. It takes place in the city of Funchal -
in the category "Exhibitions". Takes place from February 14, 2012 to February 19, 2012 in Singapore, Singapore.
Singapore AirshowThe Singapore Airshow is the most important aerospace and defense event in Asia. It is held on even years at the Changi Exhibition Center -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 14, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Veracruz, Mexico.
Carnival of VeracruzThe Carnival of Veracruz is one of the two major carnival celebrations in Mexico. It features six major parades, including a children's parade -
in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from February 14, 2012 to February 18, 2012 in Sanremo, Italy.
Sanremo Music FestivalThe Sanremo Music Festivals is the most prestigious song contest in Italy, it has been held annually since 1951 -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 14, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Tarragona, Spain.
Carnival of TarragonaThe Carnival of Tarragona is one of the largest and most famous carnivals in Spain, it takes place annually before the Lenten season -
in the category "Conferences". Takes place from February 13, 2012 to February 17, 2012 in Wellington, New Zealand.
WebstockWebstock is an annual web technology conference held in Wellington, New Zealand. It has taken place annually since 2006 -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 13, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Guaranda, Ecuador.
Guaranda CarnivalThe Guaranda Carnival is one of the largest carnival celebrations in Ecuador. It is held every February in the city of Guaranda -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 12, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Venice, Italy.
Carnival of VeniceThe Carnival of Venice is one of the largest and most famous carnival celebrations in the world. Its history dates back to the 12th century -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 11, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Ptuj, Slovenia.
Kurentovanje Carnival (Carnival of Ptuj)The Kurentovanje Carnival is one of the most famous festivals held in Slovenia. It takes place every February in the city of Ptuj -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 11, 2012 to April 1, 2012 in Apache Junction, USA.
Arizona Renaissance FestivalThe Arizona Renaissance Festival is held every February and March in a Renaissance-themed amusement park near Apache Junction -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 10, 2012 to March 3, 2012 in Perth, Australia.
Perth FestivalThe Perth Festival is the longest running international arts festival, it was founded in 1953 by the University of Western Australia -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 10, 2012 to March 3, 2012 in Wellington, New Zealand.
New Zealand Fringe FestivalThe New Zealand Fringe Festival is an annual arts festival held in Wellington. It was established in 1990 by BATS Theatre -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 10, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Mobile, USA.
Mobile Carnival (Mobile Mardi Gras)The Mobile Mardi Gras is the oldest Carnival celebration in the United States. The Carnival season in Mobile begins in November and ends on Fat Tuesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 10, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Galveston, USA.
Mardi Gras! GalvestonMardi Gras! Galveston is one of the largest Mardi Gras celebrations in the United States. It takes place in Galveston, Texas -
in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from February 9, 2012 to February 19, 2012 in Berlin, Germany.
Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale)The Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) is one of the world's major international film festivals. It was inaugurated in 1951 -
in the category "Fairs". Takes place from February 9, 2012 to February 19, 2012 in Havana, Cuba.
Havana International Book FairThe Havana International Book Fair is one of the largest book fairs in Latin America and a major cultural event in Cuba -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 6, 2012 to February 19, 2012 in Lukang, Taiwan.
Taiwan Lantern FestivalThe Taiwan Lantern Festival is held annually on the 15th day of the 1st lunar month in the Chinese calendar. It has toured the country since 2001 -
in the category "Other". Takes place from February 6, 2012 to February 17, 2012 in Sapporo, Japan.
Sapporo Snow FestivalThe Sapporo Snow Festival is one of the most famous winter festivals in Japan. It takes place on the island of Hokkaido every February -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 5, 2012 to March 3, 2012 in Viareggio, Italy.
Carnival of ViareggioThe Carnival of Viareggio is one of the biggest and most popular carnival celebrations in Italy. It was founded in 1873 -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 5, 2012 to March 4, 2012 in Cento, Italy.
Carnival of CentoThe Carnival of Cento is one of the largest and oldest carnivals in Italy. It dates back to at least the 17th century -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 4, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Acireale, Italy.
Carnival of AcirealeThe Carnival of Acireale is considered the most beautiful carnival in Sicily. The event dates back to the 16th century -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 4, 2012 to February 26, 2012 in Cajamarca, Peru.
Cajamarca CarnivalThe Cajamarca Carnival is the most famous Carnival in Peru; the city is even referred to as the Capital of Peruvian Carnival due to is boisterous festivities -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 3, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain.
Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran CanariaThe Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is one of the most spectacular carnivals in Spain, it is held on the Canary Islands -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from February 2, 2012 to February 18, 2012 in Adelaide, Australia.
Adelaide FestivalThe Adelaide Festival is one of the most significant arts festivals in Australia. It was inaugurated in 1960 by Sir Lloyd DUmas and John Bishop -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 1, 2012 to February 29, 2012 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
Carnival in the Dominican RepublicThe Carnival in the Dominican Republic lasts for the entire month of February and culminates on the country's Independence Day -
in the category "Other". Takes place from February 1, 2012 to March 4, 2012 in Baguio, Philippines.
Panagbenga FestivalPanagbenga Festival is one of the most spectacular flower festivals in the world. It is held every February in Baguio, the Philippines -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from January 28, 2012 to March 8, 2012 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
Hong Kong Arts FestivalThe Hong Kong Arts Festival is one of the largest cultural festivals in Asia. It is held every year in February and March -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from January 26, 2012 to February 19, 2012 in Perth, Australia.
Fringe WorldFringe World is the third-largest fringe festival in the world. It is held every January and February in Perth, Australia -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 21, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Ovar, Portugal.
Carnival of OvarThe carnival of Ovar is one of the largest and most popular carnivals in Portugal. It has been held regularly since 1952 -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 17, 2012 to February 26, 2012 in Manfredonia, Italy.
Manfredonia CarnivalThe Manfredonia Carnival is one of the most popular Carnivals in Apulia, Italy. It begins on January 17 and ends after Fat Tuesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 17, 2012 to February 26, 2012 in Patras, Greece.
Patras CarnivalThe Patras Carnival is the largest and most famous carnival celebration in Greece. The Carnival season begins on January 17 and runs through Clean Monday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 17, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in Massafra, Italy.
Massafra CarnivalThe Massafra Carnival is one of the most popular carnivals in Italy. It begins on January 17 and runs through Fat Tuesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 17, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Rijeka, Croatia.
Rijeka CarnivalThe Rijeka Carnival is the largest carnival event in Croatia. The carnival seasons begins on January 17 and culminates on the Sunday before Ash Wednesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 6, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in New Orleans, USA.
New Orleans Mardi GrasNew Orleans Mardi Gras is one of the most famous Mardi Gras carnivals in the United States. The Carnivals season begins on January 6 and ens on Fat Tuesday -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 6, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Cayenne, French Guiana.
Carnival in French GuianaThe carnival season in French Guiana begins on January 6 (the feast of Epiphany) and culminates on Shrove Tuesday (Mardi Gras) -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 6, 2012 to February 22, 2012 in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe.
Carnival in GuadeloupeThe Guadeloupe Carnival begins on January 6 and lasts through Ash Wednesday. Main festivities are held in Basse-Terre -
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from January 6, 2012 to February 21, 2012 in St. Louis, USA.
St. Louis Mardi GrasThe St. Louis Mardi Gras Festival is one of the largest Mardi Gras celebrations in the US. It was founded in the early 1980s -
in the category "Other". Takes place from January 5, 2012 to February 29, 2012 in Harbin, China.
Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture FestivalThe Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival is the largest ice sculpture festival in the world. It begins on January 5 each year
Festivals on February 17, 2012
Today, on February 17, 2012, our calendar presents 73 festivals. There are festivals in 10 categories that take place in 70 cities of 33 countries. They attract thousands of locals and tourists from all over the world.
Trying to find the best vacation dates? Want to witness an exotic, unsual, thrilling festival? Want to know what is happening in the world right now? Our festival calendar will help you find out about the brightest and most exciting festivals that take place around the world! Among them, you will be able to choose an event that is just right for you!
