Rembrandt’s 400th birthday is the occasion for a yearlong fete in the Netherlands with art exhibits, walking tours and theatrical events.
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Springtime in the South: Knoxville’s Dogwood Arts Festival
This southern-style festival offers a grand display of local arts and culture.
Demons, Tulips, and Scenic Canals: Japan’s Dutch-Themed Amusement Park
Watch tons of water dumped on a pristine Dutch town, see a little girl save her sick dog from demons or just relax by the windmills.
Munich’s Starkbierzeit: Festivals In Germany
Be sure to bring a hearty appetite and a taste for strong beer to this yearly German festival.
Masked Men and Posers: Venice’s Carnevale
Meet mermaids, China dolls and Marie Antoinette at this centuries-old Italian celebration.
Art Deco Weekend in Napier, New Zealand
Enjoy style and sophistication à la the ‘30s at Napier’s Art Deco Weekend. This is one party you won’t want to miss.
Chilling Out with 10,000 Snowmen in Japan
At the Sapporo Snow Festival in Japan, snowmen and ice sculpting take on new meaning.
The Iceman Cometh: Quebec City’s Winter Carnival
At the colorful Carnaval de Québec, winter activities take center stage, from dogsled races to snow sculptures.
