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Brooklyn

Carnivals, Festivals, and Parades in NYC: May 2025 - New York Family

May 2025 features a variety of family-friendly festivals, carnivals, and parades across NYC celebrating diverse cultures and interests.

fromTime Out New York

Miscellaneous

Here is why NYC schools are closed for a day this week

Lunar New Year celebrations include various cultural activities and a school holiday in NYC to honor the occasion.

fromNew York Family

Brooklyn

Carnivals, Festivals, and Parades in NYC: May 2025 - New York Family

May 2025 features a variety of family-friendly festivals, carnivals, and parades across NYC celebrating diverse cultures and interests.

fromTime Out New York

Miscellaneous

Here is why NYC schools are closed for a day this week

Lunar New Year celebrations include various cultural activities and a school holiday in NYC to honor the occasion.

Golden Gate Park Band's Free Symphony in the Park: Solidarity with Ukraine (2025)

The Golden Gate Park Band offers free weekly concerts celebrating its 143rd season in 2025.

Concerts include cultural themes with diverse music and special performances.

fromGothamist

Brooklyn

Watch out for weekend road closures, traffic in Queens and Brooklyn for Lunar New Year events

The Lunar New Year events in NYC feature parades and cultural performances, promoting community engagement and celebrating traditions.

3 weeks ago

Mission District

"Valencia Live" Night Market (Every 2nd Thu)

San Francisco will host Valencia LIVE!, a night market featuring local arts, food, and community involvement, starting in May 2025.

Miscellaneous

SF's "Light Up the TriColore" on Historic 1924 Church in North Beach (2024)

The Italian Heritage Festival Weekend celebrates Italian culture with free lighting events and optional paid activities.

East Bay food

Bay Area events calendar for the week ending March 14 and beyond

Engage with authors and local community through various events.

Participate in family-friendly activities and cultural celebrations.

Portland food

May the Fourth, and rest of month, be with you at these Bay Area events

The article highlights various community events in Silicon Valley, including workshops, educational classes, and cultural celebrations.

San Francisco

Golden Gate Park Band's Free Symphony in the Park: Solidarity with Ukraine (2025)

The Golden Gate Park Band offers free weekly concerts celebrating its 143rd season in 2025.

Concerts include cultural themes with diverse music and special performances.

fromGothamist

Brooklyn

Watch out for weekend road closures, traffic in Queens and Brooklyn for Lunar New Year events

The Lunar New Year events in NYC feature parades and cultural performances, promoting community engagement and celebrating traditions.

3 weeks ago

Mission District

"Valencia Live" Night Market (Every 2nd Thu)

San Francisco will host Valencia LIVE!, a night market featuring local arts, food, and community involvement, starting in May 2025.

Miscellaneous

SF's "Light Up the TriColore" on Historic 1924 Church in North Beach (2024)

The Italian Heritage Festival Weekend celebrates Italian culture with free lighting events and optional paid activities.

East Bay food

Bay Area events calendar for the week ending March 14 and beyond

Engage with authors and local community through various events.

Participate in family-friendly activities and cultural celebrations.

Portland food

May the Fourth, and rest of month, be with you at these Bay Area events

The article highlights various community events in Silicon Valley, including workshops, educational classes, and cultural celebrations.

more#community-events

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Wine

April 28: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Rome experienced an unprecedented influx of 85,000 tourists in 1901, significantly impacting local accommodations and interest in royal events.

The Kentucky Derby of 1940 was celebrated as a national holiday, drawing racing enthusiasts to Churchill Downs from across the U.S.

Photos of the Week: Beach Bus, Ghost Dog, Celtic Fire

Diverse cultural celebrations and natural events across the globe highlight both beauty and challenges faced in different regions.

World news

Photos of the Week: Raccoon Snack, Tyrannosaurus Race, Speed Skiing

Highlighting global events, including sports, protests, and nature's impact, reflects diverse human experiences and ongoing global challenges.

Photography

Photos of the Week: Beach Bus, Ghost Dog, Celtic Fire

Diverse cultural celebrations and natural events across the globe highlight both beauty and challenges faced in different regions.

World news

Photos of the Week: Raccoon Snack, Tyrannosaurus Race, Speed Skiing

Highlighting global events, including sports, protests, and nature's impact, reflects diverse human experiences and ongoing global challenges.

more#natural-disasters

#germany

Germany news

Eight unmissable events happening in Germany in April 2025

Germany celebrates the arrival of spring with festivals, cherry blossoms, and unique cultural events throughout April.

Germany news

Six spring festivals to mark the changing of the seasons in Germany

Germany welcomes spring through vibrant festivals that highlight local culture, food, and entertainment.

Germany news

Eight unmissable events happening in Germany in April 2025

Germany celebrates the arrival of spring with festivals, cherry blossoms, and unique cultural events throughout April.

Germany news

Six spring festivals to mark the changing of the seasons in Germany

Germany welcomes spring through vibrant festivals that highlight local culture, food, and entertainment.

more#germany

#community-engagement

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East Bay food

Affordable things to do in Berkeley any day of the week

Berkeley hosts diverse cultural events this March, including equinox celebrations, a henna ceremony, theatrical performances, and an insightful comedy show.

fromMission Local

San Francisco 49ers

See how they run: Safai woos voters from one block party to the next

Ahsha Safaí engages with the Chinatown community through cultural events and emphasizes the importance of safety and support for local families.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

East Bay food

Affordable things to do in Berkeley any day of the week

Berkeley hosts diverse cultural events this March, including equinox celebrations, a henna ceremony, theatrical performances, and an insightful comedy show.

fromMission Local

more#community-engagement

San Francisco 49ers

See how they run: Safai woos voters from one block party to the next

Ahsha Safaí engages with the Chinatown community through cultural events and emphasizes the importance of safety and support for local families.

#global-affairs

Photography

Photos of the Week: Santa Wink, Krampus Run, Panda Pose

Diverse global events from festive celebrations to severe weather challenges illustrate the world's rich tapestry and current societal dynamics.

Paris food

A spring dance and a fish protest: photos of the day Tuesday

Global protests reflect various socio-political issues and cultural events around the world.

Photography

Photos of the Week: Santa Wink, Krampus Run, Panda Pose

Diverse global events from festive celebrations to severe weather challenges illustrate the world's rich tapestry and current societal dynamics.

Paris food

A spring dance and a fish protest: photos of the day Tuesday

Global protests reflect various socio-political issues and cultural events around the world.

more#global-affairs

#archaeology

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Boston food

March 17: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Irish celebrations persist despite weather conditions while recalling their homeland.

Financial implications of Panama Canal treaty payments stir market discussions.

Discovery of Sixth Dynasty ruler's grave sheds light on ancient Egyptian culture.

Miscellaneous

10 places to see in the winter solstice in the UK and Ireland (that aren't Stonehenge)

Newgrange is an ancient tomb that dramatically illuminates its chamber during the winter solstice.

The winter solstice celebration at Newgrange is a significant event that unites many communities.

frombrooklyneagle.com

Boston food

March 17: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Irish celebrations persist despite weather conditions while recalling their homeland.

Financial implications of Panama Canal treaty payments stir market discussions.

Discovery of Sixth Dynasty ruler's grave sheds light on ancient Egyptian culture.

Miscellaneous

10 places to see in the winter solstice in the UK and Ireland (that aren't Stonehenge)

Newgrange is an ancient tomb that dramatically illuminates its chamber during the winter solstice.

The winter solstice celebration at Newgrange is a significant event that unites many communities.

more#archaeology

fromIrish Independent

London politics

St Patrick's Day celebrations see iconic landmarks around the world turning green

Tourism Ireland's Global Greening initiative illuminates landmarks globally, promoting St. Patrick's Day celebrations since 2010.

#spring-festival

London

What is the Holi Festival of Colours and where I can celebrate it in London?

Holi is a vibrant festival celebrating spring, love, and new life, involving traditions such as bonfires and colourful paint-throwing.

fromFast Company

Miscellaneous

Lunar New Year 2025: How countries are celebrating the Year of the Snake

The Lunar New Year celebrations reflect traditions and hopes for prosperity and good fortune in the coming year.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Black Lives Matter

Chinese Lunar New Year starts as millions celebrate the Year of the Snake

Lunar New Year celebrations mark the transition from the Year of the Dragon to the Year of the Snake with vibrant traditions worldwide.

London

What is the Holi Festival of Colours and where I can celebrate it in London?

Holi is a vibrant festival celebrating spring, love, and new life, involving traditions such as bonfires and colourful paint-throwing.

fromFast Company

Miscellaneous

Lunar New Year 2025: How countries are celebrating the Year of the Snake

The Lunar New Year celebrations reflect traditions and hopes for prosperity and good fortune in the coming year.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Black Lives Matter

Chinese Lunar New Year starts as millions celebrate the Year of the Snake

Lunar New Year celebrations mark the transition from the Year of the Dragon to the Year of the Snake with vibrant traditions worldwide.

more#spring-festival

#london-events

London music

The epic four music festivals set for Brockwell Park in May

Brockwell Live features multiple independent festivals in London from May 23-26, offering various music genres.

The festivals include Wide Awake, Field Day, Cross The Tracks, and City Splash.

10 months ago

London

The Best Things to Do in London in August

London offers a variety of events in August, from art exhibitions to festivals like Notting Hill Carnival and Afternoon Tea Week.

London

Everything you need to know about London's 2025 Chinese Lunar New Year Parade

London's Lunar New Year celebrations are the largest outside Asia, featuring parades, martial arts, and cultural festivities.

The Year of the Snake in 2025 promises exciting new opportunities for those born in previous Snake years.

fromCN Traveller

2 years ago

Miscellaneous

How to celebrate Lunar New Year in London 2024

Lunar New Year celebrations in London commence on February 10, 2024, emphasizing the Year of the Dragon.

London

It's official: the UK's two best Bonfire Night displays are in London

Bonfire Night offers much more than fireworks, featuring interactive experiences, food vendors, and top-tier displays, especially in London.

London

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Diwali, India's festival of light: When, why and how it is celebrated

Diwali is globally celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains, marking good's triumph over evil through various cultural festivities.

London music

The epic four music festivals set for Brockwell Park in May

Brockwell Live features multiple independent festivals in London from May 23-26, offering various music genres.

The festivals include Wide Awake, Field Day, Cross The Tracks, and City Splash.

10 months ago

London

The Best Things to Do in London in August

London offers a variety of events in August, from art exhibitions to festivals like Notting Hill Carnival and Afternoon Tea Week.

London

Everything you need to know about London's 2025 Chinese Lunar New Year Parade

London's Lunar New Year celebrations are the largest outside Asia, featuring parades, martial arts, and cultural festivities.

The Year of the Snake in 2025 promises exciting new opportunities for those born in previous Snake years.

fromCN Traveller

2 years ago

Miscellaneous

How to celebrate Lunar New Year in London 2024

Lunar New Year celebrations in London commence on February 10, 2024, emphasizing the Year of the Dragon.

London

It's official: the UK's two best Bonfire Night displays are in London

Bonfire Night offers much more than fireworks, featuring interactive experiences, food vendors, and top-tier displays, especially in London.

London

Diwali, India's festival of light: When, why and how it is celebrated

Diwali is globally celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains, marking good's triumph over evil through various cultural festivities.

more#london-events

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Europe news

Spring is here! When Easter, Passover, Mother's Day fall in 2025

Spring 2025 begins on March 20, featuring various religious holidays and important observances throughout the season.

#lunar-new-year

fromEater NY

3 years ago

NYC food

Where to Celebrate Lunar New Year in NYC

Lunar New Year celebrations emphasize food symbolism, from dumplings for wealth to noodles for longevity.

fromwww.bostonherald.com

Miscellaneous

China's Lunar New Year travel rush kicks into high gear with 9 billion trips expected

China's Lunar New Year is witnessing a record travel rush with 9 billion expected trips during the peak period.

1 year ago

NYC food

How to Celebrate Lunar New Year 2024 in London

Lunar New Year on February 10 celebrates the Year of the Dragon, emphasizing new beginnings and cultural festivities.

NYC food

fromEater NY

3 years ago

Where to Celebrate Lunar New Year in NYC

Lunar New Year celebrations emphasize food symbolism, from dumplings for wealth to noodles for longevity.

fromwww.bostonherald.com

Miscellaneous

China's Lunar New Year travel rush kicks into high gear with 9 billion trips expected

China's Lunar New Year is witnessing a record travel rush with 9 billion expected trips during the peak period.

1 year ago

NYC food

How to Celebrate Lunar New Year 2024 in London

Lunar New Year on February 10 celebrates the Year of the Dragon, emphasizing new beginnings and cultural festivities.

more#lunar-new-year

fromPortland Monthly

Portland

Where to Celebrate the 2025 Lunar New Year in Portland

The lunar calendar marks significant celebrations like the Chinese New Year, particularly the Year of the Snake starting January 29, 2025.

fromeuronews

Miscellaneous

Video. Orthodox faithful in Greece swim to retrieve the cross on Epiphany

Epiphany on January 6 in Greece celebrates Jesus' baptism with the Blessing of the Waters ceremony.

13 Fall Festivals Coming To NYC You Need To Check Out

Fall in NYC is an excellent time to enjoy street fairs and festivals, celebrating culture and cuisine.

fromwww.amny.com

New York City

Important dates for New Yorkers to remember in 2025 | amNewYork

New York City is gearing up for significant events and milestones in 2025, including congestion pricing and NYC Restaurant Week.

fromOpen Culture

New York City

Famous Architects Dress as Their Famous New York City Buildings (1931)

The 1931 Society of Beaux-Arts Architects ball featured architects dressed as their buildings, marking a unique cultural event during the Great Depression.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Digital life

The West Indian American Day Parade: A Caribbean Celebration

The West Indian American Day Parade showcases the vibrant Caribbean culture in New York City, attracting both locals and visitors to celebrate together.

NYC food

fromSecret NYC

13 Fall Festivals Coming To NYC You Need To Check Out

Fall in NYC is an excellent time to enjoy street fairs and festivals, celebrating culture and cuisine.

fromwww.amny.com

New York City

Important dates for New Yorkers to remember in 2025 | amNewYork

New York City is gearing up for significant events and milestones in 2025, including congestion pricing and NYC Restaurant Week.

fromOpen Culture

New York City

Famous Architects Dress as Their Famous New York City Buildings (1931)

The 1931 Society of Beaux-Arts Architects ball featured architects dressed as their buildings, marking a unique cultural event during the Great Depression.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Digital life

The West Indian American Day Parade: A Caribbean Celebration

The West Indian American Day Parade showcases the vibrant Caribbean culture in New York City, attracting both locals and visitors to celebrate together.

more#new-york-city

#hanukkah

fromSan Jose Spotlight

Miscellaneous

Urbanowski: Experience a new holiday celebration - San Jose Spotlight

December celebrates cultural practices through art, music, and rituals, encouraging sharing and discovery of diverse traditions.

fromBusiness Insider

Miscellaneous

10 surprising facts you may not know about Hanukkah

Hanukkah celebrates the rededication of the Temple and the miracle of oil, reflecting resilience in Jewish history.

fromSan Jose Spotlight

Miscellaneous

Urbanowski: Experience a new holiday celebration - San Jose Spotlight

December celebrates cultural practices through art, music, and rituals, encouraging sharing and discovery of diverse traditions.

fromBusiness Insider

Miscellaneous

10 surprising facts you may not know about Hanukkah

Hanukkah celebrates the rededication of the Temple and the miracle of oil, reflecting resilience in Jewish history.

Brooklyn

Juneteenth, Cardi B and Father's Day weekend: 19 things to do - Brooklyn Magazine

Celebrate Juneteenth in Brooklyn with events for all ages throughout the weekend, including exhibits, food festivals, performances, and parties.

fromBKReader

Brooklyn

5 Fun Alternative Events in Brooklyn on New Year's Eve And Jan. 1

Brooklyn's New Year's Eve celebrations feature a light show instead of fireworks, live music, and various events to kick off 2025.

fromBrooklyn Magazine

Brooklyn

The best 2024 Oktoberfest events in Brooklyn - Brooklyn Magazine

Oktoberfest celebrations in Brooklyn feature traditional events and unique festivities across various locations.

Brooklyn

fromwww.bkmag.com

10 months ago

Juneteenth, Cardi B and Father's Day weekend: 19 things to do - Brooklyn Magazine

Celebrate Juneteenth in Brooklyn with events for all ages throughout the weekend, including exhibits, food festivals, performances, and parties.

fromBKReader

Brooklyn

5 Fun Alternative Events in Brooklyn on New Year's Eve And Jan. 1

Brooklyn's New Year's Eve celebrations feature a light show instead of fireworks, live music, and various events to kick off 2025.

fromBrooklyn Magazine

Brooklyn

The best 2024 Oktoberfest events in Brooklyn - Brooklyn Magazine

Oktoberfest celebrations in Brooklyn feature traditional events and unique festivities across various locations.

The World

Various religious traditions are showcased globally amid a backdrop of community challenges and vibrant cultural expressions.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Miscellaneous

Our America: Pride in History 4 celebrates LGBTQ+ History Month with bars, memorials, supermodels

The article highlights the importance of preserving LGBTQ+ history through community spaces, memorials, and celebrations of resilience.

Miscellaneous

fromPsychology Today

Mortality and the Life of the Mind

Understanding death enhances our perception of life, especially during the holiday season filled with both joy and grief.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Miscellaneous

December holidays 2024: Vacations and other important dates

December is a month with diverse winter traditions and important federal holidays.

fromSFGATE

Travel

Everything to know about Disneyland in 2025, including a ride closure

Disneyland has outlined significant events for 2025, including a 70th anniversary celebration and the introduction of Walt Disney's first audio-animatronic.

fromKqed

Writing

Stumped on a Holiday Gift? Reach for a Coffee Table Book

The article highlights significant books that explore art, culture, and social issues through insightful narratives and stunning visuals.

fromConde Nast Traveler

9 years ago

Miscellaneous

The 32 Best Places to Spend Christmas Around the World

Cities globally offer diverse and unique experiences during the Christmas season, from markets to light displays and warm-weather retreats.

fromMedium

San Francisco

Castro Halloween is still a ghost of its legendary history

The Castro Halloween party felt smaller and less lively, lacking the vibrancy of past celebrations due to ongoing safety concerns.

fromBKReader

Where to Spend a Horrorfully Fun Halloween Eve in Brooklyn?

Halloween Eve in Brooklyn offers unique experiences like haunted houses and family-friendly activities, making it a memorable night filled with chills and thrills.

Brooklyn

#spirituality

OMG science

7 Dos & Don'ts For The November New Moon In Scorpio

The November new moon in Scorpio aligns with cultural celebrations, enhancing spiritual connections and self-reflection.

Miscellaneous

Halloween's Astrology Is Spooky & Spiritual

Halloween coincides with Samhain, a spiritual celebration connecting the living with the departed, emphasizing introspection and profound experiences.

OMG science

7 Dos & Don'ts For The November New Moon In Scorpio

The November new moon in Scorpio aligns with cultural celebrations, enhancing spiritual connections and self-reflection.

Miscellaneous

Halloween's Astrology Is Spooky & Spiritual

Halloween coincides with Samhain, a spiritual celebration connecting the living with the departed, emphasizing introspection and profound experiences.

more#spirituality

fromTime Out New York

Miscellaneous

This NYC Christmas market was just named one of the best in the world

The Skansen Christmas Market in Sweden is the top trending Christmas market for 2023, showing a 324% increase in search interest.

Miscellaneous

Photos: The Spirit of Halloween 2024

Halloween is celebrated globally, showcasing diverse cultural traditions through parades, parties, and spooky events.

fromConde Nast Traveler

Miscellaneous

The Best Time to Visit Madrid

Madrid offers vibrant celebrations and culinary experiences, especially from January through May, making it ideal for visitors.

Fiestas San Isidro marks the start of the festival season in mid-May, combining tradition with modern entertainment.

fromstupidDOPE

Brooklyn

Celebrate Italian Heritage at the 80th Annual Columbus Day Parade in NYC | stupidDOPE

The Columbus Day Parade celebrates Italian American culture and contributions in New York City.

Festivities include a parade with music, dance, and colorful floats from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

OMG science

What To Know Ahead Of The Autumn Equinox

The autumn equinox marks a significant transition into fall, symbolizing balance and the approach of the darker half of the year.

San Francisco

fromKqed

Hispanic Heritage Month Events In the Bay Area | KQED

Hispanic Heritage Month festivities celebrate Latin American independence with parades and cultural events across the Bay Area.

SF parents

Labor Day weekend festivals: Scottish Games, arts, music, food

The Labor Day weekend in the Bay Area features several diverse outdoor events, including arts festivals and new cultural celebrations.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

New York City

August 21: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Mickey Mouse's seventh birthday celebrated internationally with special showings; he is now globally recognized after debuting in 'Steamboat Willie.'

Cleveland's united support in Erie County reflects strong local endorsement for his gubernatorial candidacy, showcasing his political rise.

Digital life

fromwww.nytimes.com