Holidays Around the World
This German holiday is a major tourist attraction for people from all over the world. Visitors come to enjoy the beer, the food, the music and the atmosphere.
Oktoberfest
This Mexican holiday is celebrated on November 1st and 2nd. Families typically visit the graves of their loved ones, build altars at home, which are decorated with flowers, candles and offerings of food and drink which are believed to help guide the spirits back to the world of the living.
Dia De Los Muertos or The Day of the Dead
This festival celebrates the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. It is one of the most important and popular festivals in India and is also celebrated by Hindus all over the world.
Diwali or the Festival of Lights
This is a Christian holiday to honor and remember all of the saints, both known and unknown. Celebrated on November 1st each year primarily in Italy.
Ognissanti, also known as All Saint’s Day
This harvest festival is celebrated in Chinese culture. It’s held on the 15th day of the 8th month of the Chinese lunisolar calendar with a full moon at night.
The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival or Mooncake Festival