USA is famous for a number of events and festivals that is held throughout the year in it different states. Each event is special in its way and upholds distinct characteristics reflecting the cultural heritage of that particular state. While some events are famous throughout the country, the others generally maintain a low profile targeted towards the local communities. However, all the festivals and social events held are bound by one common string of attachment, their ability to generate harmony and peace in bringing people and tourists into a common platform. USA current events let people celebrate a significant day, plan a day trip, attend sport or art events, or simply join in the fun of celebrations.
Upcoming Events in USA
While planning a visit to the popular events and festivals in USA, you will come across a wide array of choices. From Alabama to Wyoming, you will come across a wide array of events welcoming you throughout the year. Almost all the events hold an equal appeal and seek to provide equal entertainment to both the residents and tourists alike.
Generally, each state is famous for featuring distinct types of events throughout the calendar year; Alabama is famous for exhibiting historic affairs, Alaska is popular for its winter fests, Florida for its beach shows, and Tennessee and Louisiana for the musical fiestas.
Here is a look at some of the USA current events that are scheduled between June and December in 2011 -
Seattle International BeerFest
Date- 1 - 3 Jun 2011 (annual)
Venue - Seattle Center
Location – Seattle
Cost: US$20
One of the popular fairs in Seattle, the international Beer Fest holds an equal appeal among both the residents and tourists alike. Here, you will get to sample around 130 international beers from more than 15 countries. This three-day event also comes with other entertainment in the form of food and music stalls.
Columbus Arts Festival
Date- 3 - 5 Jun 2011 (annual)
Location - Columbus, Ohio
Time- 11.30am-10pm (until 6pm on Sundays)
A popular art festival in USA, the state of Ohio offers a warm welcome to the summer by pairing artists and artisans with a range of art works. Musical performances, live concerts, hand on art works, and food adds to the fun of this artistic fiesta.
Summerfest
Date – June 30 – July 07
Venue – Henry Maier Festival Park
Location - Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Times - 12:00 pm - 12:00 am
This is one of the larger music festivals in USA that is staged in the beautiful shore of Lake Michigan. Here, you will come across live musical performance by some of the top artists of the world. The stage is also offered to budding talents in the industry. For your entertainment alongside the music, there are food stalls and entertaining activities.
Rock Fest
Date – 14-17 July 2011
Venue – Natural Amphitheatre
Location - Wisconsin, USA
This 4-day outdoor rock musical fiesta in its 18th year is set to rock the central Wisconsin. This rocking event has the largest campground in the state with around 8000 campsites located within easy distance from each other. This is considered one of the top rock festivals in USA.
Illinois State Fair
Date – August (any time)
Location - Springfield, Illinois
The state fair that started with a humble beginning in 1853 presently attracts around 800,000 visitors’ each year making it rank in the 13th position in the list of stat fairs held in USA. This 10-day event is organized by the state of Illinois focuses on the traditional theme of agriculture.
Monterey Jazz Festival
Date - September
Venue - Monterey Fairgrounds
Location - Monterey, California
The Jazz festival held in Monterey annually has the attribute of being one of the running jazz festivals in the world. The three-day festival that was established in 1958 offers the best celebration in Jazz in the country. Additionally, other activities like, panel discussions, workshops, jazz conversations, and exhibitions add value to the event. Other attractions include shopping extravaganza, wide array of food stalls, and festivities.
Colorado Mountain Wine fest
Date - September
Location - Palisade, Colorado
The winefest is Colorado’s largest and oldest wine festival. This extravagant event comes with around four dozen wineries coupled with wonderful music selection, food, and demonstrations of chef. It also includes bike rides and golf amid the scenic wine country. Here, you can sample from a wide array of wine selection and also attend a number of events that includes hands –on workshops, wine and dine experience, jazz concerts, bicycle tour of the vineyards, winery tours, and winemaker competitions.
Alaska Day Festival
Date – October (middle)
Location - Sitka, Alaska
The Alaska Day festival is mainly celebrated in honor of the transfer of Alaska from Russia to the USA on October 18, 1867. This 4-day celebration upholds great fiesta that includes a reenactment ceremony, a period costume ball, concerts, dinners, dances, parade, and contests.
International Balloon Fiesta
Date - October
Location - Albuquerque, New Mexico
Another popular event in USA, the International Balloon Fiesta is held with great fun and fervor in Albuquerque. This balloon fiesta is mainly held in the destination for its clear skies, wonderful climate, and a significant phenomena known as "Albuquerque Box." The entire park spanning over 200 acres is filled with balloons and vendors selling everything that includes Balloon memorabilia and traditional New Mexican food. This over the years has become one of the most photographed fiestas around the world.
Winterfest
Date - December
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
An award-winning USA festival, Winterfest is mostly renowned for its unique boat parade. Other events like, the dazzling Winterfest Black Tie Ball, the Grand Marshal Reception, the Shoreline Decorating Extravaganza, and the Coral HUMMER Golf Tournament also adds to the fun appeal of the celebration. Here, you will also come across other popular attractions that include Family Fun Days and the Winterfest White Party.
Some of the other well-known USA current events scheduled for the upcoming calendar year include the following -
Sunfest - Ocean City, Maryland
Great Lakes Folk Festival - East Lansing, Michigan
Cape May Jazz Festival - Cape May, New Jersey
Hamptons International Film Festival - Long Island, New York
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