For a country as vast and diverse as the United States, it shouldn’t come off as surprising when we tell you that it holds some of the world's most massive and best cultural events.
The United States leaves everyone behind when it comes to celebrating with style. The country is home to people from different backgrounds and cultures and hence also easily owns the rite of passage to celebrate some of the most incredible festivals. Want to know a few of these? We got them listed below.
Here are some of the best cultural events in the United States that you need to experience for sure:
While the festival isn't specific to the New Orleans region, there is no denying that it is where Mardi Gras is celebrated in its whole spirit. The festival is of Roman origin, and the date of its celebration goes back to when the French settled in the colonies of New Orleans. Though the French left, they did leave behind the festive spirit. Today, people from nearby states travel to New Orleans to participate in the festivities and experience the culture this state offers.
If there is one state that does justice to this particular Irish festival, it is Dublin, Ohio. The Dublin Irish Festival is one of the most hyped-up festivals that locals and visitors look forward to. The festival attracts over 100000 people who gather around to celebrate it in full spirits across the eight festive stages. Along with this, the Dublin Irish festival offers good music, fantastic food, and an experience many tourists get once in a lifetime.
We all know that the United States is home to people of different cultures, backgrounds, races, and countries. Hence, there is no denying that it becomes a trend when people of the same culture come together to celebrate something. The Puerto Rican Parade in New York is an example of one such festival. On the second Sunday of June, hundreds of Puerto Rican inhabitants march through the Manhattan streets representing and celebrating their culture with pride.
Hearing about Coachella on our list shouldn’t be surprising because who is today's date and age hasn’t heard of this spectacular festival, right? Coachella is undoubtedly one of America’s most significant musical festivals, where not only American but artists from around the world gather and perform for all music lovers who come together to celebrate the festival in its true spirit. Apart from music, art and sculptures are also massively represented in this famous festival.
If there is one particular festival in the country that many people look forward to or have on their bucket list, it is the Burning Man festival in Nevada. This festival represents radical self-expression and is celebrated in the Black Desert in Nevada. One of this festival's most unique aspects is it's cashless! Yes, instead of money, people have to bring in things they can trade for an item they need to buy.
Cinco De Mayo is one of the best festivals celebrated in America and perfectly represents Mexican culture. With colorful streets, great tacos, and shots of tequilas that seem never-ending, the festival is every Mexican dream.
The celebration of this particular festival dates back to the Battle of Puebla in Mexico, where an army of 4000 Mexicans defeated the French. In honor of the victory, every 5th May, the celebrations are commenced.
The Bonnaroo Music Festival is celebrated in the heart of Tennessee and is one of the most remarkable music festivals celebrated in America. The festival has a lineup of 150+ artists ranging from metal, rock, and hip-hop to many other different genres of music. If you search the meaning of the word ‘Bonnaroo,’ it means all good stuff in Creole. The name sits quite well with this event's vibe because it is all good stuff.
The Aloha Festival is a set of unique cultures celebrated to keep the authentic Hawaiian culture alive. The festival is celebrated throughout the island and starts with a presentation of the royal court at Oahu. After the royal court, the festival celebrates floral parades, concerts, block parties, and so much more for days and nights on end. The month-long celebration leaves an infectious joy in the air, which sweeps the people in their true spirits. So, if you plan on visiting Hawaii anytime near September and October, stay to feel the celebration in its true spirit.
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is celebrated in New Mexico and is an event people from the State look forward to every year. It is one of the largest Balloon Festivals in the country, on the morning of which hundreds of hot air balloons in different shapes and sizes are left soaring in the sky. This morning sky is a sight to behold, and the night vibe makes it so much better.
The fireworks display, foods of all kinds, the music you can groove to, and the balloon glow mark the festival in its true spirit. So, if you want a celebration which is one to remember, it should surely be this one.
If you are a fan of F1 racing (or just the cute drivers), attending the Miami F1 Grand Prix should be on your bucket list. The event is one of the best celebrated in Miami, and you can indulge in its true spirits by booking yourself stands, watching the cars swish by, and eating and drinking some exceptional foods too.
The United States hosts some of the best festivals compared to many other countries worldwide. We have mentioned some of the best ones in the celebration, but if you know of a few others, do let us know.
