Who doesn't like festivals? Welcome to Festivals! where we share with you some odd, fun, and brilliant festivals and traditions from around the world!
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Today, we’re taking a delightful detour into the snowy realms of the Alps to explore Krampusnacht, a festival that mixes holiday cheer with a dash of fright—and a whole lot of laughter! Prepare for a journey filled with both chills and giggles as we uncover the origins, traditions, and modern interpretations of this unique celebration.
29 Jul 2025
The International Egg Festival
Today, we’re cracking open the shell on one of the most egg-straordinary events out there: the International Egg Toss Festival in Bishop, California. Grab your egg-citing snacks (Get it? EGG citing), and let’s get ready to scramble through some yolks and laughter!
15 Jul 2025
The Baby Jumping Festival
Today, we’re diving into one of the most bizarre traditions you might ever hear about: the Baby Jumping Festival, or as the locals call it, El Colacho, held in the charming village of Castrillo de Murcia, Spain.
29 May 2025
Festival of the Burning Devil
The episode explores Guatemala's Festival of the Burning of the Devil, a fiery celebration with unique cultural traditions.
30 Apr 2025
The International Hair Freezing Competition
Today, we’re diving into a frosty phenomenon that’s sure to tickle your funny bone and leave you wondering—who came up with this idea? Yep, we’re talking about the International Hair Freezing Contest in the chilly wonderland of Canada!
11 Apr 2025
The Toe Wrestling Festival
Have you heard of Toe Wrestling? It's kind of like arm wrestling, but with interlocked toes! Yes, you heard that right. Today, we’re diving into one of the quirkiest and most amusing festivals out there: the World Toe Wrestling Championship, held annually in the charming village of Fenny Bentley in the UK. Get ready to wriggle your toes in excitement!
3 Apr 2025
Up Helly Aa
Today, We're diving into one of the most unique and fiery festivals: Up Helly Aa. Yes, that's right, we're talking about a festival where they quite literally set things on fire—what could possibly go wrong?
21 Mar 2025
Night of the Radishes
Ah radishes, such a lovely root vegetable. Some people toss them into salads, while others prefer to carve them into stunning art! Yes, because nothing says “culinary masterpiece” like a root vegetable with attitude!
14 Mar 2025
The Monkey Buffet
Imagine a bustling street filled with laughter and excitement, colourful decorations, and tables overflowing with delicious food. As you stroll through the historic city of Lopburi, you’re not just surrounded by friendly locals and tourists—you’re in the company of hundreds of playful monkeys, preparing to eat an amazing feast prepared for them by the locals!
7 Mar 2025
Naki Sumo - The Baby Crying Festival
In Japan, there’s a festival for crying.
No, it’s not a mourning day, nor is it a sad day, because during Naki Sumo, a festival held in Japan by local shrines, sumo wrestlers hold babies and try to make them cry, because in Japanese Culture, the louder a baby cries, the stronger it will grow.
1 Mar 2025
La Tomatina
Do you like tomatoes? Some people do, some people don't, and some people like throwing them at each other! Meet La Tomatina, a festival in Buñol, Spain, which includes a huge tomato fight!
12 Sept 2024
The Cheese Rolling Festival
Cheese rolling? Hmmm... Sounds tasty, but this festival has got nothing to do with eating!
12 Sept 2024
Julabokaflod: The Icelandic Book Festival!
What is Julabokaflod?
12 Sept 2024
TRAILER
Who doesn't like a podcast? In this podcast, we will talk about festivals that you might have never heard of!
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