train at Jinhae Gyeonghwa Station in Japan during the cherry blossom festival

16 TOP Festivals in April Around the World 2025-2026

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Festivals provide a unique insight into a countries culture, so here are 16 of the best festivals in April around the world to add to your bucket list!

In April, the weather in Europe, parts of Asia and North America is starting to warm up and outdoor celebrations begin. It is a great time to travel and there are many wonderful cultural festivals and April celebrations around the world held at this time of year.

There is no better way to really experience and try to understand a culture than to participate in a local festival. The memories of the music, food, ceremonies and traditions will stay with you forever.

As we have a full time travel lifestyle and have a passion for festivals, we understand the allure of planning trips around these vibrant events to immerse ourselves in local culture and traditions.

There are so many amazing events around the world in April to experience, so here is our bucket list pick of the 16 top April festival 2025 / 2026 that offer something for every type of traveller.

N.B. We will updating this list regularly, so if you have any major festivals of the world festivals or April world events you think should make the list, please let us know in the comments section.

If you’re in a hurry, here’s a quick overview of the best festivals around the world in April:

  • Cultural Festivals – Bisket Jatra in Nepal, Festa das Tochas in Portugal, Koningsdag (King’s Day) in Netherlands
  • Religious Festivals – Holy Week in Jerusalem, Moriones Festival in the Philippines, Songkran Water Festival in Thailand
  • Music Festivals – Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in California, New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival in USA
  • Art Festivals – AfrikaBurn in South Africa
  • Health & Wellness Festivals: BaliSpirit Festival in Bali
  • Cherry Blossom / Flower Festivals: Jinhae Gunhangje Cherry Blossom Festival in South Korea, Meguro River Cherry Blossom Festival in Tokyo, National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington DC, Tulip Festival in Netherlands
  • Comedy Festivals: Melbourne International Comedy Festival in Australia
  • World Events: Earth Day


April Events Around the World

As we embark on planning our next destination to visit, we delve into researching festivals worldwide for our selected month. From the frosty terrains of Northern Europe to the tropical coasts of Southeast Asia, the places to visit in April present a plethora of cultural celebrations around the world in April to enhance our journey. Join us on our quest to discover the finest international festivals of April, each ensuring distinctive experiences and lasting memories.


1. AfrikaBurn – Tankwa, South Africa

One of the best April Festivals is AfikaBurn - giant sculptures in the desert
AfikaBurn: Image by Ash Edmonds at Unsplash
  • Where: Tankwa, South Africa
  • When: Annually in late April / early May: 28 April – 4 May, 2025 | 2026 dates TBA
  • Duration: 7 days

AfrikaBurn is South Africa’s version of Nevada’s Burning Man festival and is one of the cool festivals around the world to attend at least once in your lifetime! The festival is held annually in late April into early May. AfrikaBurn is held on an isolated property in Tankwa, 400 kilometres from Cape Town, on South Africa’s Northern Cape.

The festival was first held in 2007 and over recent years has grown into a huge annual event attracting a community of fun-loving music and culture fans, creators, artists and influencers from around the world.

Attendees of AfrikaBurn are expected to participate and create a contemporary city of art, theme camps, music, performance, and costume. Large wooden structures / sculptures are constructed over the course of the week and just like Burning Man, are set on fire at the end of the festival.

Check rates and availability of accommodation options in Tankwa HERE!


2. BaliSpirit Festival – Ubud, Bali

a woman doing yoga in ubud at BaliSpirit Festival
BaliSpirit Festival: Image by Jared Rice at Unsplash
  • Where: Ubud, Bali
  • When: Annually in April or May: 7 -11 May, 2025 | 2026 dates TBA
  • Duration: 6 days

The BaliSpirit Festival, held annually in Ubud, Bali, is the ultimate festival for those looking to improve their health and wellness. Offering workshops and music schedules of more than 300 sessions in yoga, dance, healing, breath work, martial arts, sound, music and more, it is designed to truly pamper both mind and body.

When planning your trip to the BaliSpirit Festival, it is recommend to spend more time than just the festival week in Bali. There are amazing pre-festival events to tune you in the perfect mood, as well as post-festival retreats and trainings, which expand the festival experience and deepen the process of transformation.  

The extraordinary variety of programs, combined with the spiritual and beautiful natural setting of Bali, make BaliSpirit Festival an unforgettable experience.

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    3. Bisket Jatra – Bhaktapur, Nepal

    giant tug of rope contest at Bisket Jatra Festival in nepal
    Bisket Jatra Festival in Nepal
    • Where: Bhaktapur, Dhapasi, Madhyapur Thimi and Tokha in Nepal
    • When: Annually on the 14 April: 14 April, 2025 | 14 April, 2026
    • Duration: 1 day

    Bisket Jatra, marking the start of the Nepali New Year celebrations in April, is a festival with interesting rituals. Celebrations take place in several regions of Nepal, but the most lively festivities are held in Bhaktapur, an ancient Newa city in the eastern part of the Kathmandu Valley, just about 15 km from the capital.

    Also known as the ‘festival after the death of the Serpent’, Bisket Jatra rituals include the slaughtering of two snakes. One of the most exciting events on the day is a massive tug-of-war between the upper and lower town residents. Also, a huge chariot carrying a statue of the god Bhairava or Bhairab is carried by hundreds of devotees through the streets to the Khalla Tole.

    The celebrations then end with a chariot battle and the collision of chariots representing male and female deities, Bhairab and Bhadrakali, symbolise ritual consummation and fertility.

    On the day following the New Year, locals celebrate the Sindure Jatra Festival. In the town of Bode, a tongue-piercing ritual is held, followed by a massive procession. On this day, children also give sweets, fruits and gifts to their mothers to show love and respect.

    All adults whose mothers have passed away visit Mata Tirtha in the west of Kathmandu to immerse themselves in the water and make offerings to honour their late mother’s memory.

    Check rates and availability of accommodation options in Bhaktapur HERE!


    4. Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival – Empire Polo Club, Indio, California

    dj perofrming on a stage to an audience at Coachella festival
    Coachella: Image by Eric Ward at Unsplash
    • Where: Empire Polo Club in Coachella Valley, Indio, California
    • When: Annually in April: 11 – 15 April and 18 – 20 April, 2025 | 2026 dates TBA
    • Duration: 3 days x 2

    Often simply referred to as Coachella, the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is one of the biggest music and best international events in April not only in the United States, but in the world. It is the first major music event in the world’s calendar and ushers in the music festival season.

    Due to its massive popularity, the festival is structured as two consecutive three-day weekends, each with the same line-up.  Coachella is held at the Empire Polo Fields in Indio, California, in the Coachella Valley.

    Coachella was first held in 1999, and today draws huge names and emerging artists from every music genre. Well know musicians such as Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Bob Dylan, Rage Against the Machine, Swedish House Mafia and Kendrick Lamar have performed over the years.

    BOOK EARLY SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT! Check availability of accommodation options in Coachella Valley NOW!


    5. Earth Day – Worldwide

    a hand throwing into the air a world globe in front of an island
    Earth Day: Image by Valentin Antonucci at Pexels
    • Where: Worldwide
    • When: Annually on the 22 April: 22 April, 2025 | 22 April, 2026
    • Duration: 1 day

    Earth Day is not a festival as such, but it is a well-recognised annual event around the world. The first Earth Day was held in 1970 in America to protest environmental ignorance and demand a new way forward. Today more than 190 countries stand in solidarity to call attention to environmental protection so that our planet is a liveable place for the forthcoming generations.

    Each year, Earth Day focuses on a theme, signifying a new focus on a particular environmental concern. These themes relate to environmental education, volunteering i.e. plant trees or pick up litter, and events to raise awareness.

    Earth Day marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970.


    6. Festa das Tochas – Algarve, Portugal

    a street parade at Festa das Torchas festival in Algarve
    An Authentic April Festival in Portugal: Festa das Tochas, Algarve- Photo Credit: Family Hotel Expert
    • Where: São Brás de Alportel, Algarve, Portugal
    • When: Annually on Easter Sunday in March / April: 20 April, 2025 | 5 April, 2026
    • Duration: 1 day

    Portugal has some wonderful festivals through the year, but the Festa das Tochas, the Easter festival in the Algarve, is really special and one of the best festivals in Europe in April (sometimes occurs at the end of March). Set in the sweetest town of São Brás de Alportel, this is one of the remaining festivals of its type which would have been popular throughout this region.

    Held on Easter Sunday, the festival involves choirs, candles and the presence of the whole community which comes out to celebrate. The Flower Torch Festival, to give it its English name, is one of the most atmospheric festivals you can visit.

    The main street through the town is absolutely full of flowers which fill the air with their beautiful perfume. There are cakes and handicrafts for sale at stalls lining the main square. Locals will hang sheets and rugs from their balconies to add to the colour. Many of the townspeople will then proceed through the centre, chanting and carrying photographs and flowers.

    It is mesmerising and for a moment you feel part of the community with them which is a wonderful feeling. The whole family will enjoy this festival, and there are lots of things to do with kids in Algarve.

    Also, with plenty of great hotels in the Algarve within striking distance of São Brás de Alportel, this is a festival not to miss if you’re in the area and can spend a night to really enjoy the festivities for the whole day.

    Check rates and availability of accommodation options in Algarve HERE!


    7. Holy Week in Jerusalem – Israel

    priests walking in a parade on eater sunday at Holy Week Jerusalem
    Holy Week in Jerusalem- Photo Credit: Chasing Lenscapes
    • Where: Jerusalem, Israel
    • When: Annually during Holy Week: 13 – 19 April, 2025 | 29 March – 4 April, 2026
    • Duration: 7 days

    If you love festivals, April is one of the best months for festival lovers all over the world. Just around Easter time, many Christians around the globe celebrate Holy Week during which they recall the events leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection. Although you can experience Holy Week’s various events in many cities worldwide, can you think of a better place to celebrate it than Jerusalem in Israel?

    Jerusalem is one of the most special cities in the world, and it has a unique atmosphere every day of the year, but there’s just something extra special while visiting Jerusalem during the Holy Week.

    Just before Easter, the cobbled streets of Jerusalem’s old city are filled with pilgrims from all over the world.  During this time, you’ll be able to catch an emotional ceremony, a religious celebration or a celebratory procession that take place every day of the week.

    During Holy Week, there are five official events starting from Palm Sunday and ending in Easter Sunday. Throughout this week there are also many prayer ceremonies and public gatherings, and it’s just so exciting to stroll through the ancient streets of the old city and feel the special atmosphere.

    One of the most exciting events you can experience during this week is the Good Friday procession. Groups of believers from all over the world participate in the procession. Each group wear their own unique garments, holding out crucifixes, some carrying huge crucifixes on their backs, singing and praying, while following the path Jesus walked on his way to his crucifixion.

    Note that some of the religious processions are only open for the pilgrims and reporters / photographers. However, the streets are opened to the wider public right after the procession and throughout the day you can join some of the special events that take place all over the old city. Visiting Jerusalem during the Holy Week is a one-in-a-lifetime-event that is going to stay with you forever. 

    DON’T MISS OUT…. Check prices and availability of accommodation options in Jerusalem HERE!


    8. Jinhae Gunhangje Cherry Blossom Festival – Jinhae, South Korea

    train at Jinhae Gyeonghwa Station in Japan during the cherry blossom festival
    Jinhae Gyeonghwa Station- Photo Credit: Knycx Journeying
    • Where: Jinhae, South Korea
    • When: Annually at the end of March / early April: Approx. 23 – 30 March, 2025 | 2026 dates TBA
    • Duration: 10 days

    Jinhae is a lesser-known travel destination of Korea yet it is gaining attention from the world for the Jinhae Gunhangje, a festival that happens in March or April every year, celebrating the cherry blossom. The festival lasts for 10 days and it takes place in Jinhae, a city located in South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea.  

    Jinhae was originally a naval port, and the city also has a number of cherry blossoms viewing spots. Some of them are frequently featured in travel magazines and books – including the Anmin Road, a 4-kilometer long road on Anmin Hill, covered by cherry trees; the Gyeonghwa Station, a small train station that stopped service since 2006 but was kept with an old train for photo-taking; and last but not least, Yeojwacheon Stream and Romance Bridge, a wooden broad walk along a stream with cherry blossom on top, and canola flower at the bottom.  

    The festival also has street and marching band performances, and food stalls, and hawkers in the city center serving delicious local dishes.  

    If you still have time after a day of walking, visit Jehwangsan Park, and walk up to the top of the hill to the Jinhae Tower. The observation deck offers an unobstructed and panoramic view of the entire area. 

    If you love nature at it’s best, plan to visit a cherry blossom festival in Asia!

    BOOK ACCOMMODATION EARLY SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT! Check availability of accommodation options in Jinhae HERE!


    9. Koningsdag (King’s Day) – Netherlands

    people on a boat in a canal in the netherlands
    Kongingsdag Celebrations in the Netherlands: Image by Rosie from Flying Fluskey
    • Where: In all big cities in the Netherlands
    • When: Annually on the 27 April: 27 April, 2025 | 27 April, 2026
    • Duration: 1 day

    Koningsdag or King’s Day is a national holiday in the Kingdom of the Netherlands. It is celebrated on the 27th April and pays tribute to King Willem-Alexanders’ birthday. You will find celebrations for King’s Day in all major cities in the Netherlands, but the largest street party happens in Amsterdam.

    This national holiday is a great source of Dutch pride and as such, everyone dresses in orange in honour of the ruling family, the House of Orange-Nassau. It is also Netherlands’ national colour. Locals take to the streets to enjoy this day of fun and April celebrations. Boats flood the canals and party goers line the banks watching parades of live musicians, DJs and dancers.

    Koningsdag is also known for its nationwide vrijmarkt or ‘free market’ where many Dutch set up a shop in the street and sell their second-hand items.

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    10. Meguro River Cherry Blossom Festival – Meguro, Tokyo, Japan

    cherry blossoms hanging over the river at the march festival of Meguro River Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo, Japan
    Meguro River Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo, Japan: Image by Life Of Doing
    • Where: Meguro River, Tokyo, Japan
    • When: Annually from mid-March to early April: Approx. 19 – 26 March, 2025 | 2026 dates TBA
    • Duration: approx.15 days

    Visiting Tokyo during the springtime is a unique experience, especially to see the gorgeous cherry blossoms (sakura in Japanese). The city and the rest of the country bursts in pink and white blossoms, which you can witness at parks, temples, riversides, and even in local neighbourhoods. 

    Tokyo boasts numerous cherry blossom viewing spots, yet none rivals the allure of Meguro River. Adorned with over 800 cherry blossom trees, it offers locals and tourists ample opportunities for leisurely strolls and picturesque snapshots.

    Free to attend, the festival is conveniently located along the riverside, featuring quaint kiosks and eateries offering delectable treats like mochi and sakura-flavoured snacks. Adults can enjoya glass of pink champagne paired with fresh strawberries.

    Expect crowds, particularly around the bridge overpasses, where the full bloom of petals cascading into the river creates a mesmerizing sight with every gentle breeze.

    As night falls, pink lanterns illuminate a section of the river, providing another enchanting perspective of the blossoms.

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    11. Melbourne International Comedy Festival – Melbourne, Australia

    signage for the melbourne comedy festival
    • Where: Melbourne, Australia
    • When: Annually in March / April: 26 March- 20 April, 2025 | 2026 dates TBA
    • Duration: 25 days

    If you love stand-up comedy or just like to laugh, you will love the annual Melbourne International Comedy Festival. It is the largest comedy festival in Australia and the third-largest international comedy festival in the world after Edinburgh and Montreal. It is generally regarded as the least commercial and most relaxed of the three major international comedy festivals.

    Established in 1987, it takes place in comedy clubs, pubs and bars throughout Melbourne CBD over approximately four weeks in April, and typically opens on or around April Fool’s Day on the 1st April.

    The Melbourne International Comedy Festival hosts more than 550 events, both ticketed and free, and offer something for every sense of humour. In addition, the festival encompasses street performances, theatre, cabaret, and visual art.

    Check prices and availability of accommodation options in Melbourne HERE!


    12. Moriones Festival – Marinduque, Philippines

    large paper mache masks in parade at Moriones Festival
    Moriones Festival in the Philippines – Photo Credit: Live a Relaxed Life
    • Where: Marinduque, Philippines
    • When: Annually during Holy Week (March / April): 13 – 19 April, 2025 | 29 March – 4 April, 2026
    • Duration: 8 days

    The Philippines is one of the few Asian countries that have rich Catholic traditions

    Holy Week is celebrated in the islands in unique and religious ways. Penitents walk hoping to cleanse themselves of their sins, Catholics visit seven churches to be in God’s good grace, and some towns hold parades that tell the story of Jesus Christ and the events leading to and after the crucifixion. 

    One of the more colourful celebrations is held on the island of Marinduque. For generations, locals have commemorated Holy Week with the Moriones Festival. The festival features the story of Longinus who was healed of his blindness when the blood of Jesus Christ fell on his eye during the crucifixion. The festival is held during Holy Week and may fall between March to April in a given year, starting with Palm Sunday and ending with Easter Sunday. 

    Various events involve people donning Moriones masks made of paper mache. The masks portray the Roman soldiers and Syrian mercenaries that were part of the Passion of the Christ. Many masks are passed down through the generations and skilled artisans create the full cover masks. The masks, along with ornate costumes, have been part of this street festival since 1887.

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    13. National Cherry Blossom Festival – Washington DC, USA

    blossoms in bloom at the march festivals of the National Cherry Blossom Festival – Washington DC, USA
    National Cherry Blossom Festival – Washington DC, USA – Photo Credit: Female Solo Trek
    • Where: Washington DC, USA
    • When: Annually in March and April: Approx. 20 March – 14 April, 2025 | 2026 dates TBA
    • Duration: 3 weeks

    Washington DC is awash in delicate Japanese cherry trees that line the Tidal Basin in the nation’s capital. This three-week National Cherry Blossom Festival is held in March and April each year.

    The Festival features an opening ceremony, “Pink Tie Party,” Blossom Kite Festival, Parade and “Petalpalooza.” There is nothing to compare with standing to watch the Parade performers, singers and dancers stream by on Constitution Avenue NW between 10 am and noon. Arrive early to get a front-row view.

    The official festival art is entitled “Blossom Dance” and showcases the monarch butterfly fluttering amongst the cherry blossoms. Other exciting features include Giant Cherry Blossom sculptures and a cherry blossom treasure hunt! Pink road signs proclaim Washington DC as home of the National Cherry Blossom Festivals on the main avenues of the National Mall.

    Visitors can watch festival performances that demonstrate cross-cultural exchange through a dynamic mix of American and Japanese performing arts on the ANA Stage. Plan to stay for a weekend and enjoy the special Cherry Blossom packages at local hotels.

    Destination DC operates the Festival hotline at 877.44.BLOOM. Blossom Watch offers a 24/7 live, real-time view of the Japanese cherry trees on the Tidal Basin.

    N.B. We have also added the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington to our post on the ‘Best Festivals in March‘ because it is generally held at the end of March or early in April.

    Check rates and availability of accommodation options in Washington DC HERE!


    14. New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival – New Orleans, USA

    street musicians at New Orleans Jazz Fest
    New Orleans Jazz Festival: – Text Credit: Traveling Party of 4 + Image by Robson Hatsukami-Morgan at Uunsplash
    • Where: New Orleans, USA
    • When: Annually in late April / early May: 24 April – 4 May, 2025 | 23 April – 4 May, 2026
    • Duration: 10 days

    The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival is an annual ten-day outdoor festival occurring in late April, highlighting not only music but art, culture, and cuisine. This music festival in April is over fifty years in the running, minus a two year COVID hiatus in 2020 and 2021.

    It has featured such musical acts as Duke Ellington, Fats Domino, Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight and the Pips, Ella Fitzgerald, James Brown, Tina Turner, Harry Connick Jr., Jimmy Buffett, and the Doobie Brothers. And more recently, Billy Joel, Fleetwood Mac, Christina Aguilera, Tom Petty, and Elton John. 

    Jazz Fest has multiple tents and stages featuring a vast array of musical genres — jazz, Zydeco, Cajun, country, rock and roll, gospel, blues, pop, reggae, and rap. 

    Plus over 60 food and drink venues, featuring popular local Cajun fares such as muffuletta sandwiches, crawfish etouffee, gumbo, Po’Boys, red beans and rice, and beignets. You can even try fried alligator on a stick. The food tour you will encounter at Jazz Fest is almost as exhilarating as the music scene.  

    Your day will be dedicated to music, dancing, eating, meeting the good people of New Orleans, and bonding with your friends and family.  

    Here are ten tips when planning to attend New Orleans Jazz Fest (plus a bonus tip).

    1. It’s hot, so dress accordingly, hydrate, and wear sunscreen.
    2. Rain is often in the forecast; plan for it.
    3. Arrive hungry; you won’t want to miss any of the unique Bayou food tour.
    4. Hydrate at least once with the strawberry lemonade.
    5. Wear comfortable shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty.
    6. If you can’t dance Zydeco, no worries, someone will be happy to teach you.
    7. Drop-into the smaller tents and stages. You know, take the road less travelled. You will be amazed at what you will find.
    8. If you don’t like big crowds and have the budget, purchase a VIP pass that will afford you a dedicated area with a bar and bathrooms. Some VIP tickets come with a bus ride to and from your hotel.
    9. Some say avoid Bourbon Street. I say, unless you are with kids, check it out. But, be aware, it is VERY adult, doesn’t smell too good, and you may see things you can’t unsee.
    10. New Orleans does not have an open container law, as long as your beverage is not in glass.

    And one more BONUS tip — look out for the after parties in town. We stumbled upon an after-party and watched one of the best jazz concerts I have ever seen in an intimate surrounding with a front-row seat. The day after, that very same jazz band was on the big stage at the festival performing for standing room only crowd.  

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    15. Songkran Water Festival – Thailand

    a massive water fight in the streets of bangkok during songkran
    One of Our Favourite April Events Worldwide: Songkran Water Festival – Thailand
    • Where: All over Thailand
    • When: Annually on the 13 – 15 April: 13 – 15 April, 2025 | 13 – 15 April, 2026
    • Duration: 3 days

    Songkran stands as one of the most unforgettable festival experiences in Southeast Asia, marking the onset of the traditional Thai New Year by the lunar or solar calendar. It is a vital Thai celebration and draws enthusiastic participation from both locals and visitors, offering a distinctive and enjoyable way to usher in the New Year. Just be prepared for an epic water fight!

    Originally, water was delicately sprinkled on oneself and others, symbolizing abundant rainfall for the forthcoming year, cleansing away negativity, and signifying fertility.

    In contemporary times, this tradition has transformed into an exuberant three-day water extravaganza, renowned as the world’s largest water fight. Participants engage in spirited water battles armed with hoses, Super Soaker water guns, and buckets brimming with icy cold water.

    Given April’s scorching temperatures in Thailand, the refreshing splashes serve as a welcome respite, making it one of the most exhilarating festivals worldwide!

    Everywhere you look people will be soaking wet, dancing, drinking and having a great time! 

    Some of the best places to celebrate Songkran are in Bangkok at the Bangkok Songkran Splendours Festival, Chiang Mai, and Phuket.

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    16. Tulip Festival – Amsterdam, Netherlands

    lady standing in front of a garden of tulips at the tulip festival in amsterdam
    Tulip Festival – Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • When: Annually in late March through to mid-May: 10 March – 11 May, 2025 | 21 March – 10 May, 2026
    • Duration: approx. 7 weeks

    If a trip to Amsterdam is on your agenda for May, don’t miss out on a day excursion to Keukenhof, also dubbed the Garden of Europe. It stands as the largest flower park globally, boasting over 7 million blooms during this period.

    To bypass queues, it’s advisable to secure entrance tickets online, also offering a slight discount of 1-2 Euros.

    Keukenhof mesmerizes visitors with its stunning array of tulips, lilies, carnations, roses, orchids, and more, filling the air with delightful floral fragrances. However, the park’s opening is restricted to the brief period when flowers are in full bloom, a fleeting marvel dictated by nature’s whims.

    While tulips reign supreme in present-day Netherlands, their roots trace back to the Tien Shan mountain ranges in Central Asia, where they were once regarded as rare and exotic treasures. Western Europe’s fascination with tulips led to their introduction to the Netherlands towards the end of the 16th Century.

    N.B. We have also added the Tulip Festival to our post on ‘May Festivals‘, as this festival can be enjoyed from March through to May each year.

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    FAQs April Festivals Around The World

    Now that you have read our pick of the best April events and celebrations, you might still have a few questions. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Here are some frequently asked questions about festivals happening in April.

    What holidays around the world are celebrated in April?

    * Ramadan (1 month)
    * 1 April – April Fools Day
    * 4 April – Children’s Day (Hong Kong and Taiwan)
    * Passover
    * Easter Sunday
    * Orthodox Easter
    * 21 April – World Creativity and Innovation Day
    * 22 April – Earth Day
    * 23 April – Spanish Language Day
    * 25 April – Anzac Day
    * 29 April – International Dance Day
    * 30 April – International Jazz Day

    What religious holidays are in April?

    April is filled with religious holidays for many faiths. For Christians, April marks the celebration of Easter, the most important holiday of the Christian calendar. For Jews, Passover is a week-long commemoration of the emancipation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt.

    Hindus celebrate Holi, a two-day festival that marks the beginning of spring and celebrates new beginnings. Buddhists celebrate Vesak, which commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha. Muslims observe Ramadan, a holy month of fasting that takes place during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. 

    What are some of the music festivals in April celebrated around the world?

    * New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival – New Orleans, USA
    * Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival – USA
    * Demsfest – Dundee, Scotland
    * Rewire – The Hague, Netherlands
    * Stagecoach Festival – California, USA
    * Primavera Sound – Barcelona, Spain
    * S20 Songkran Music Festival – Bangkok, Taiwan and Tokyo

    What are the best cultural events in April worldwide?

    * Holi in India
    * Songkran Water Festival in Thailand
    * Cinco de Mayo in USA
    * Grand Kadooment Carnival in Barbados 
    * Hanami (Cherry Blossoms) in Japan

    What April festivals in Europe are popular?

    * Tulip Festival in the Netherlands
    * Easter Egg Market in Bratislava, Slovania
    * Traditional Easter Celebrations in Spain
    * The Jazz Festival in Croatia 
    * Cannes Film Festival in France
    * Agrinion Festival in Greece
    * Lisbon Music Festival in Portugal

    Which country has the most festivals in the world?

    India is the country with the most festivals, with over 2,500. Celebrations and festivities are an integral part of Indian culture and heritage. Each festival has its own unique history and religious significance.


    In Summary – The Top April Festivals Around the World

    You can find many festivals around the world which are held throughout every month of the year. You will be spoilt for choice if you choose to celebrate at a festival in April as there are lots of both smaller and larger festivals out there for you to pick from and enjoy.

    What is your favourite April festival in the world and why? Have you been to any of our list of the best April festivals 2025 / 2026 around the world listed above? Have we missed any you think we should add? Leave your tips, comments and questions through Messenger on our Facebook page.


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