Festivals and events in Australia

Australia It is undoubtedly a wonderful and extensive country and continent, which, although it still has many undiscovered corners, also has a series of festivities and traditions world-renowned for their color, their joy and the fun that accompanies them.

If you are in Australia, or plan to visit it soon, it is interesting to take into account the local parties, as they could be added as part of the trip itinerary.

For example, it is January 26, which is the Australia National Day, on this day the arrival of the first ships to the country is commemorated, in the year 1788. Although it is the day of the nation, all visitors are also invited to participate in this great celebration.

In the month of February, another series of celebrations take place, which has to do, above all, with carnival. In February the Perth Festival, to which different artists from all countries arrive.

In Sydney a kind of Mardi Gras for all the gays and lesbians who come to the place.

In the warmer month of March, the Labor Day festivities take place in Victoria. In the southern part of New Wales, the Harvest Festival. In MelbourneThe large Moomba Festival, which lasts a full week and ends with a majestic parade.

In the month of April the Royal Show of Agriculture in which you can enjoy various thematic activities.

In June, what stands out the most is the Melbourne Film Festival, where there is an exhibition of the best contemporary, national and international films.

These are just some of the activities and festivities that take place during the first half of the year in Australia, however each region has its own festivals, small and large. In short, Australia has an extremely busy calendar throughout the year, so no visitor will be able to make time for boredom.

Those who do not know what exactly they can do in Australia at any time of the year, can consult some of the many tourist calendars that are available on the web, as they can be of great help when planning trips and organizing itineraries.