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in the category "Award Ceremonies". Takes place August 17, 2014 in London, United Kingdom. Hugo AwardsThe Hugo Awards are considered one of the most prestigious awards in science fiction and fantasy circles. They are presented at Worldcon Hugo AwardsThe Hugo Awards are considered one of the most prestigious awards in science fiction and fantasy circles. They are presented at Worldcon
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in the category "Parades". Takes place from August 16, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Leersum, Netherlands. Bloemencorso Leersum (Leersum Flower Parade)Bloemencorso Leersum (Leersum Flower Parade) is an annual flower parade held in the Dutch town of Leersum each August Bloemencorso Leersum (Leersum Flower Parade)Bloemencorso Leersum (Leersum Flower Parade) is an annual flower parade held in the Dutch town of Leersum each August
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in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from August 16, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Portland (OR), USA. MusicfestNW presents ProjectPabstMusicfestNW presents ProjectPabst is an annual music festival held in Portland, Oregon. It was inspired by SXSW MusicfestNW presents ProjectPabstMusicfestNW presents ProjectPabst is an annual music festival held in Portland, Oregon. It was inspired by SXSW
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 16, 2014 to September 28, 2014 in Holly, USA. Michigan Renaissance FestivalThe Michigan Renaissance Festival is an annual Renaissance fair held in the village of Holly, Michigan. It was founded in 1979 Michigan Renaissance FestivalThe Michigan Renaissance Festival is an annual Renaissance fair held in the village of Holly, Michigan. It was founded in 1979
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in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from August 16, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Chelmsford, United Kingdom. V FestivalV Festival is an annual music festival held in two locations in north and south England. It was inaugurated in 1996 V FestivalV Festival is an annual music festival held in two locations in north and south England. It was inaugurated in 1996
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 16, 2014 to August 24, 2014 in Bilbao, Spain. Great Week of BilbaoThe Great Week of Bilbao is the most important event of the year in the Basque country. It begins on the first Saturday after August 15 and lasts for nine days Great Week of BilbaoThe Great Week of Bilbao is the most important event of the year in the Basque country. It begins on the first Saturday after August 15 and lasts for nine days
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 16, 2014 to September 28, 2014 in Shakopee, USA. Minnesota Renaissance FestivalThe Minnesota Renaissance Festival is one of the largest and longest-running Renaissance fairs in the United States. It is held in Shakopee Minnesota Renaissance FestivalThe Minnesota Renaissance Festival is one of the largest and longest-running Renaissance fairs in the United States. It is held in Shakopee
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in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from August 16, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Weston-under-Lizard, United Kingdom. V FestivalV Festival is an annual music festival held in two locations in north and south England. It was inaugurated in 1996 V FestivalV Festival is an annual music festival held in two locations in north and south England. It was inaugurated in 1996
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in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from August 16, 2014 to August 22, 2014 in Haugesund, Norway. Norwegian International Film FestivalThe Norwegian International Film Festival is held every summer in the town of Haugesund. It was inaugurated in 1973 Norwegian International Film FestivalThe Norwegian International Film Festival is held every summer in the town of Haugesund. It was inaugurated in 1973
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in the category "Conventions". Takes place from August 15, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Jakarta, Indonesia. Anime Festival AsiaAnime Festival Asia is a series of anime convention in Southeast Asia, the flagship event takes place in Singapore Anime Festival AsiaAnime Festival Asia is a series of anime convention in Southeast Asia, the flagship event takes place in Singapore
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in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from August 15, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Ottery St Mary, United Kingdom. Beautiful DaysBeautiful Days is an annual music festival held in Ottery St Mary, England. It is a multi-genre festival that takes place in August Beautiful DaysBeautiful Days is an annual music festival held in Ottery St Mary, England. It is a multi-genre festival that takes place in August
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in the category "Conventions". Takes place from August 15, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Tokyo, Japan. Comiket (Comic Market)Comiket (Comic Market) is the largest dōjinshi fair in the world. It is held twice a year, in August and in December, in Tokyo, Japan Comiket (Comic Market)Comiket (Comic Market) is the largest dōjinshi fair in the world. It is held twice a year, in August and in December, in Tokyo, Japan
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 15, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Owen Sound, Canada. Summerfolk Music and Crafts FestivalThe Summerfolk Music and Crafts Festival, or simply Summerfolk, is an annual festival held in Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada Summerfolk Music and Crafts FestivalThe Summerfolk Music and Crafts Festival, or simply Summerfolk, is an annual festival held in Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada
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in the category "Other". Takes place from August 15, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Northampton, United Kingdom. Northampton Balloon FestivalThe Northampton Balloon Festival is one of the most popular hot air balloon festivals in the UK. It is held every August Northampton Balloon FestivalThe Northampton Balloon Festival is one of the most popular hot air balloon festivals in the UK. It is held every August
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in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from August 15, 2014 to August 23, 2014 in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Sarajevo Film FestivalThe Sarajevo Film Festival is an annual film festival held in the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It was founded in 1995 Sarajevo Film FestivalThe Sarajevo Film Festival is an annual film festival held in the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It was founded in 1995
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in the category "Other". Takes place from August 15, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Centralia, USA. Centralia Balloon FestivalThe Centralia Balloon Festival is an annual hot air balloon festival held in Centralia, Illinois, United States. It takes place in August Centralia Balloon FestivalThe Centralia Balloon Festival is an annual hot air balloon festival held in Centralia, Illinois, United States. It takes place in August
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 15, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Little Glemham, United Kingdom. FolkEastFolkEast is an annual folk festival held in Little Glemham, England. It is dedicated to folk music, dance, arts and crafts FolkEastFolkEast is an annual folk festival held in Little Glemham, England. It is dedicated to folk music, dance, arts and crafts
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in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from August 14, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Schwenksville, USA. Philadelphia Folk FestivalThe Philadelphia Folk Festival is one of the largest and longest-running folk festivals in North America. It was inaugurated in 1962 Philadelphia Folk FestivalThe Philadelphia Folk Festival is one of the largest and longest-running folk festivals in North America. It was inaugurated in 1962
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in the category "Conventions". Takes place from August 14, 2014 to August 18, 2014 in London, United Kingdom. WorldconWorldcon (World Science Fiction Convention) is the world's most famous sci-fi convention that has been held annually since 1939 WorldconWorldcon (World Science Fiction Convention) is the world's most famous sci-fi convention that has been held annually since 1939
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 14, 2014 to August 31, 2014 in Zurich, Switzerland. Zürcher Theater SpektakelThe Zürcher Theater Spektakel is an annual performing arts festival held in Zurich, Switzerland. It is one of the largest cultural events in the country Zürcher Theater SpektakelThe Zürcher Theater Spektakel is an annual performing arts festival held in Zurich, Switzerland. It is one of the largest cultural events in the country
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 14, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Brecon Beacons National Park, United Kingdom. Green Man FestivalThe Green Man Festival is the largest music and arts festival in Wales. It was founded in 2003 and is held every summer Green Man FestivalThe Green Man Festival is the largest music and arts festival in Wales. It was founded in 2003 and is held every summer
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 14, 2014 to August 24, 2014 in Edmonton, Canada. Edmonton International Fringe FestivalThe Edmonton International Fringe Festival is the largest and longest-running fringe theater festival in North America. It was founded in 1982 Edmonton International Fringe FestivalThe Edmonton International Fringe Festival is the largest and longest-running fringe theater festival in North America. It was founded in 1982
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 14, 2014 to August 24, 2014 in Indianapolis, USA. IndyFringeIndyFringe is an annual fringe theater festival held in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. It was established in 2005 IndyFringeIndyFringe is an annual fringe theater festival held in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. It was established in 2005
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in the category "Conventions". Takes place from August 14, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Indianapolis, USA. Gen ConGen Con is North America's largest tabletop-game convention held in Indianapolis, Indiana. It was founded in 1968 by Gary Gygax Gen ConGen Con is North America's largest tabletop-game convention held in Indianapolis, Indiana. It was founded in 1968 by Gary Gygax
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in the category "Food Festivals". Takes place from August 13, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Belgrade, Serbia. Belgrade Beer FestBelgrade Beer Fest is an annual beer and music festival held in Belgrade, Serbia. It was founded in 2003 Belgrade Beer FestBelgrade Beer Fest is an annual beer and music festival held in Belgrade, Serbia. It was founded in 2003
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in the category "Exhibitions". Takes place from August 13, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Cologne, Germany. gamescomgamescom is the world's largest trade fair for video games and interactive entertainment. It is held in Cologne, Germany gamescomgamescom is the world's largest trade fair for video games and interactive entertainment. It is held in Cologne, Germany
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in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from August 11, 2014 to August 18, 2014 in Budapest, Hungary. Sziget FestivalThe Sziget Festival is one of the largest and most famous music festivals in Europe. It is held every August in Budapest, Hungary Sziget FestivalThe Sziget Festival is one of the largest and most famous music festivals in Europe. It is held every August in Budapest, Hungary
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in the category "Other". Takes place from August 9, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada. International Balloon Festival of Saint-Jean-sur-RichelieuThe International Balloon Festival of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu is the largest hot air balloon festival in Canada. It was inaugurated in 1984 International Balloon Festival of Saint-Jean-sur-RichelieuThe International Balloon Festival of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu is the largest hot air balloon festival in Canada. It was inaugurated in 1984
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 9, 2014 to August 25, 2014 in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Edinburgh International Book FestivalThe Edinburgh International Book Festival is regarded as the largest book festival in the world. It was inaugurated in 1983 Edinburgh International Book FestivalThe Edinburgh International Book Festival is regarded as the largest book festival in the world. It was inaugurated in 1983
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 8, 2014 to August 31, 2014 in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Edinburgh International FestivalThe Edinburgh International Festival is one of the largest performing arts festivals in the world. It is held in Scotland each summer Edinburgh International FestivalThe Edinburgh International Festival is one of the largest performing arts festivals in the world. It is held in Scotland each summer
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 8, 2014 to August 24, 2014 in New York, USA. New York International Fringe FestivalThe New York International Fringe Festival is one of the oldest and biggest fringe theater festivals in the United States New York International Fringe FestivalThe New York International Fringe Festival is one of the oldest and biggest fringe theater festivals in the United States
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in the category "Fairs". Takes place from August 2, 2014 to September 28, 2014 in Tuxedo, USA. New York Renaissance FaireThe New York Renaissance Faire is an annual Renaissance festival held in Tuxedo, New York from early August to early October New York Renaissance FaireThe New York Renaissance Faire is an annual Renaissance festival held in Tuxedo, New York from early August to early October
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in the category "Fairs". Takes place from August 2, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Bonney Lake, USA. Washington Midsummer Renaissance FaireThe Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire is an annual Renaissance festival held in Bonney Lake, Washington, US Washington Midsummer Renaissance FaireThe Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire is an annual Renaissance festival held in Bonney Lake, Washington, US
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in the category "Fairs". Takes place from August 2, 2014 to October 26, 2014 in Manheim, USA. Pennsylvania Renaissance FaireThe Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire is an annual Renaissance festival in Manheim, Pennsylvania that runs over 13 weekends Pennsylvania Renaissance FaireThe Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire is an annual Renaissance festival in Manheim, Pennsylvania that runs over 13 weekends
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 1, 2014 to August 25, 2014 in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Edinburgh Festival FringeThe Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the world's largest performing arts festival. It has been held in Edinburgh each summer since 1947 Edinburgh Festival FringeThe Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the world's largest performing arts festival. It has been held in Edinburgh each summer since 1947
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in the category "Parades". Takes place from August 1, 2014 to August 23, 2014 in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Royal Edinburgh Military TattooThe Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is an annual series of military tattoos held in the capital of Scotland every August Royal Edinburgh Military TattooThe Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is an annual series of military tattoos held in the capital of Scotland every August
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 1, 2014 to August 25, 2014 in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Just FestivalJust Festival, formerly known as the Festival of Spirituality and Peace, is an arts and cultural festival held in Edinburgh every August Just FestivalJust Festival, formerly known as the Festival of Spirituality and Peace, is an arts and cultural festival held in Edinburgh every August
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from July 31, 2014 to August 31, 2014 in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Edinburgh Art FestivalThe Edinburgh Art Festival is one of the biggest visual arts festivals in the UK. It has been held every summer since 2004 Edinburgh Art FestivalThe Edinburgh Art Festival is one of the biggest visual arts festivals in the UK. It has been held every summer since 2004
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in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from July 31, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Melbourne, Australia. Melbourne International Film FestivalThe Melbourne International Film Festival is the largest and oldest film festival in Australia. It has been held every year since 1952 Melbourne International Film FestivalThe Melbourne International Film Festival is the largest and oldest film festival in Australia. It has been held every year since 1952
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in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from July 28, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Marciac, France. Jazz in MarciacJazz in Marciac is one of the biggest and most famous jazz festivals in Europe. It is held every summer in Marciac, France Jazz in MarciacJazz in Marciac is one of the biggest and most famous jazz festivals in Europe. It is held every summer in Marciac, France
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from July 18, 2014 to August 31, 2014 in Salzburg, Austria. Salzburg FestivalSalzburg Festival is one of the world's oldest, largest and most prestigious opera festivals. It has been held in Salzburg, Austria since 1920 Salzburg FestivalSalzburg Festival is one of the world's oldest, largest and most prestigious opera festivals. It has been held in Salzburg, Austria since 1920
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in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from July 14, 2014 to September 7, 2014 in Rome, Italy. FantafestivalFantafestival is an annual genre film festival held in Rome, Italy. It focuses on science fiction, fantasy and horror films FantafestivalFantafestival is an annual genre film festival held in Rome, Italy. It focuses on science fiction, fantasy and horror films
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in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from July 12, 2014 to December 18, 2014 in Kigali, Rwanda. Rwanda Film FestivalThe Rwanda Film Festival, also known as Hillywood, is one of the largest film festivals in Africa. It was established in 2005 Rwanda Film FestivalThe Rwanda Film Festival, also known as Hillywood, is one of the largest film festivals in Africa. It was established in 2005
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in the category "Fairs". Takes place from July 12, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Rock Creek, USA. Great Lakes Medieval Faire and MarketplaceThe Great Lakes Medieval Faire and Marketplace is an annual Renaissance fair held in Rock Creek, Ohio. It was founded in 1992 Great Lakes Medieval Faire and MarketplaceThe Great Lakes Medieval Faire and Marketplace is an annual Renaissance fair held in Rock Creek, Ohio. It was founded in 1992
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from July 5, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Sterling (NY), USA. Sterling Renaissance FestivalThe Sterling Renaissance Festival is an annual Renaissance fair held in Sterling, New York. It is one of the oldest Renaissance festivals in the country Sterling Renaissance FestivalThe Sterling Renaissance Festival is an annual Renaissance fair held in Sterling, New York. It is one of the oldest Renaissance festivals in the country
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in the category "Fairs". Takes place from July 5, 2014 to September 1, 2014 in Kenosha, USA. Bristol Renaissance FaireThe Bristol Renaissance Faire is the third-largest Renaissance festival in the United States. It is held in Wisconsin every summer Bristol Renaissance FaireThe Bristol Renaissance Faire is the third-largest Renaissance festival in the United States. It is held in Wisconsin every summer
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in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from July 2, 2014 to August 17, 2014 in Williamstown, USA. Williamstown Theatre FestivalThe Williamstown Theatre Festival is one of the longest-running resident summer theatre festivals in the United States Williamstown Theatre FestivalThe Williamstown Theatre Festival is one of the longest-running resident summer theatre festivals in the United States
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in the category "Exhibitions". Takes place from June 28, 2014 to October 31, 2014 in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Manifesta (European Nomadic Biennial)Manifesta (European Nomadic Biennial) is one of Europe's leading contemporary art exhibition. It is held every two years, every time in a new city Manifesta (European Nomadic Biennial)Manifesta (European Nomadic Biennial) is one of Europe's leading contemporary art exhibition. It is held every two years, every time in a new city
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in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from June 26, 2014 to August 27, 2014 in Peterborough (ON), Canada. Peterborough MusicfestPeterborough Musicfest is an annual outdoor music festival held in Peterborough, Ontario. It runs over two months every summer Peterborough MusicfestPeterborough Musicfest is an annual outdoor music festival held in Peterborough, Ontario. It runs over two months every summer
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in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from May 17, 2014 to August 24, 2014 in Lewes, United Kingdom. Glyndebourne Festival OperaGlyndebourne Festival Opera is one of the world's most famous opera festivals, it is held near the English town of Lewis Glyndebourne Festival OperaGlyndebourne Festival Opera is one of the world's most famous opera festivals, it is held near the English town of Lewis
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in the category "Other". Takes place from April 12, 2014 to October 12, 2014 in Chartres, France. Chartres en lumières (Chartres in Lights)Chartres en lumières (Chartres in Lights) is an annual festival of light held in Chartres, France. It begins in April and runs until January Chartres en lumières (Chartres in Lights)Chartres en lumières (Chartres in Lights) is an annual festival of light held in Chartres, France. It begins in April and runs until January
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in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from August 14, 2013 to August 17, 2015 in Niš, Serbia. Nišville International Jazz FestivalThe Nišville International Jazz Festival is an annual music festival held in the Serbian city of Niš. It takes place every August Nišville International Jazz FestivalThe Nišville International Jazz Festival is an annual music festival held in the Serbian city of Niš. It takes place every August
Festivals for August 17, 2014
Today, on August 17, 2014, our calendar presents 52 festivals. There are festivals in 10 categories that take place in 45 cities of 19 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!


















































