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Events and Holidays in Asia

Find out about the best and most interesting events and holidays across the Asian continent.
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Asian Festivals
Use this list of big Asian festivals for planning when to be where. Know what is going on in Asia at any time of year!

Festivals in Thailand
Learn about major festivals in Thailand so that you can either join the fun or avoid the area until the crowds clear.

Indian Festivals and National Holidays
Use this list of the largest Indian festivals and national holidays to plan your trip.

Loi Krathong and Yi Peng in Thailand
Loi Krathong is one of the most beautiful festivals in Thailand. Read about Yi Peng lanterns, what to expect, and where to celebrate this incredible event.

Japanese Festivals
Plan your trip around these five large Japanese festivals.

Guide to the Full Moon Party in Koh Phangan
Get tips, safety information, and dates for witnessing one of the craziest parties on Earth.

Guide to the Thailand Water Festival
Songkran is a wet-and-wild celebration to celebrate the traditional Thai new year. Read about how, where, and when to celebrate the water festival.

Travel During Ramadan
Read about what to expect from your travel during Ramadan in Asia. Ramadan is celebrated in countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore.

Chinese Moon Festival
The Chinese Moon Festival / Mid-Autumn Festival is an annual holiday of cakes, lanterns, and moon worship.

8 Popular Festivals in India
Use this list to be in the right place at the right time for one of India's most exciting festivals.

Phuket Vegetarian Festival
The Phuket Vegetarian Festival is one of Thailand's most bizarre events. See devotees pierce their faces with swords and walk on hot coals AND enjoy good vegetarian food.

Chiang Mai Nightlife
See the current hotspots for Chiang Mai nightlife and learn about what to expect from a night out in the city.

When is Holi?
The Holi Festival is India's insane celebration of throwing water and colored powder. Read about when Holi begins, where to celebrate, and what to expect.

Hari Merdeka
Hari Merdeka, Malaysia's festive Independence Day, is August 31. Read about the parade and where to celebrate in Kuala Lumpur.

Setsubun
Read about the Japanese Setsubun festival where soybeans are thrown to scare away evil spirits.

A Guide to Chinese Holidays
Use this guide to either avoid the crowds or join the festive madness that is a Chinese holiday.

Events and Festivals in Japan
Use these dates and places to celebrate unique festivals in Tokyo, Japan.

A List of Thailand Festivals
Thailand certainly knows how to throw a party. Plan your trip around one of these festivals for an unforgettable experience.

A List of Hong Kong Festivals
When and where to be for enjoying one of Hong Kong's many festivals.

Festivals in Borneo
The people in both Sarawak and Sabah certainly know how to throw a party. Plan your trip to Malaysian Borneo around these festivals for a guaranteed good time.

Thailand Full Moon Party Dates
Exact dates for the Full Moon Party in Koh Phangan, Thailand.

The Rainforest World Music Festival
One of the most celebrated music festivals in Southeast Asia, the Rainforest World Music Festival is held in Sarawak, Borneo every June.

SEA Games 2011
See the medal tallies, events, details, and results for the Southeast Asian Games 2011.

What is Diwali?
Find out what and when the Diwali Festival is in India. See an introduction to Hindu Deepavali and how it is celebrated.

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