T he best time of the year! Many people hope to spend it somewhere with lots of things to do. Some celebrations cater to religious needs, while some are simply for fun and are integral to the city's or town's Christmas Celebrations.
These best Christmas festivals in the world are nothing like anything you are used to, these will display anything from magnificent ice art pieces to crazy fast roller coasters that will take you on a journey that you will never forget. You will definitely want to visit some of these!
Winter Wonderland
The Hyde Park in London transforms into a Winter Wonderland over the holiday season, as the people celebrate it with one of the world's largest celebrations. Over two million people came last year, and it was worth it with unlimited holiday food and traditional Christmas elements like visiting Santa Claus and the ice rink. They even have Christmas-themed Circuses!
The Budapest Christmas fair
The festival is celebrated differently in each European capital city, but only some are as distinctive as Budapest. Vorosmarty Square transforms into a colorful festival of traditional Hungarian Christmas rituals from November to December. The fragrance of honey biscuits, eggnog, cinnamon, and pine fills the air as many small wooden stalls display unique Christmas goods. Visitors learn about Budapest's Christmas traditions through cultural activities and Hungarian folk music.
The North Pole Christmas
In the village of North Pole, Alaska, experience a slightly unusual perspective on the Christmas holiday. Trucks deliver roughly 2.2 million pounds of ice to the city 14 miles south of Fairbanks, which gifted sculptors transform into beautiful pieces of art. The Christmas Ice celebration transforms into a jungle of gorgeously illuminated, artistically sculpted ice sculptures.
Christmas Light Festival
Portland, Oregon, is perhaps not the first location that comes to mind when thinking of a holiday getaway, but the thousands that go to The Grotto for the annual Christmas Festival of Lights might disagree. The Grotto's development director, Jane Tokito, describes it as the "world's largest choral festival" because there is nothing like it anywhere else in the world. Over one million lights are used for the Christmas celebration and feature a stunning illumination display.
The Christmas market of Dublin
The capital of Ireland offers a wealth of history and activities year-round. Enjoy an Irish Xmas celebration at their famous Dublin Market. It goes on for two weeks. As you might expect, there is no lack of alcohol, particularly whiskey. If you plan on swimming with the locals in the Forty Foot sea-water pool on Christmas, make sure to take one extra shot.
The Santa Clause village in Finland
Go meet Santa in Finland. However, be careful to dress appropriately for the arctic, since temperatures can plunge below zero. Nonetheless, with a wonderful touch of Christmas lights, cuisine, and festive beverages, this yearly Santa Claus Village is properly done. Santa Claus' Main Post Office, where a wide selection of Christmas-related things may be purchased, is a fun attraction. Marvel at the spectacular Northern Lights in the Arctic Garden.
Strasbourg France
Strasbourg is a historic town known for hosting the Oldest existing Christmas market, with dozens of stalls selling decorations, holiday food, and other items. Visit Place Kléber to admire a spectacular Christmas tree, which stands at a whopping 30 meters (98 feet) tall, approximately 20 feet higher than New York City's Rockefeller Tree!
Gapyeong, South Korea
With its stunning Garden of Morning Light Festival, Gapyeong, about two hours from Seoul, brings the best of Christmas. Trees, plants, homes, and even the ground is all lit up with multicolored lights, giving your eyes plenty to look at.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
A snowy Christmas is typical, but there is just something unique about Christmas in the summer. Take a vacation to Fort Lauderdale for the Winterfest Boat Parade if you're tired of the freezing temps in your city. On the Waterway, you'll see a variety of ships decorated up in Christmas lights.
Festival de la Luz
The Festival de la Luz (Light Festival) in San José is a popular yearly event that draws millions of people each year. There are floats, musical acts, marching bands, food sellers, and more at this event.
All of these best Christmas festivals in the world are awaiting you. Keep them in mind and visit one of these next Christmas!
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