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Sundance Film Festival
Every year, the nation's biggest film festival takes place in a small ski town in Utah. Take a trip up to Park City, watch premieres of masterfully done films, and spot celebrities along the way. The Sundance Film Festival is the perfect event for the film lover, the ski junky, and the pop culture enthusiast. In your downtime in between films, participate in seminars, attend parties, and see some big name concerts for ten days of the perfect cinema experience. -
Groundhog Day
Be the first to know if this leap year will give us an early Spring! Each year Punxsutawney Phil comes out of his home to forecast the weather over the next six weeks. The town of Punxsutawney provides a show and activities for everybody who attends from Gobbler’s Knob Got Talent to a top hat decorating contest! -
Superbowl 50
It is the football game that brings an entire nation together for a few hours of friendly entertainment, trash talk, and some pretty creative commercials. This year celebrates the 50th time the Super Bowl will be played, making it a game to remember. If you have never attended the game in person, this would be the year of years to attend, especially in the new Levi’s Stadium, which was built to incorporate your phones and social media during the game. -
Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras surely takes the cake for what has to be one of the most unique events in the United States. Yes, Carnival is celebrated in many countries and cities throughout the world, but Mardi Gras in New Orleans is the only festival of it’s kind in the US. Celebrate Fat Tuesday by throwing on some beads, dressing up in costume, and watching the Parade roll on through the famous French Quarter of New Orleans. -
Lantern Fest
The Lantern Fest is definitely it. There is nothing quite like being surrounded by thousands of glowing lanterns as they begin to take off into the air right in front of your eyes. The moment when everybody lights their lantern and the first ones start to take off is nothing short of magic! The only way to experience such a beautiful and fun event is through the Lantern Festival! -
SXSW
SXSW (South by Southwest) is the ultimate convergence of original music, independent films, and emerging technologies. This year's SXSW headlines Crystal Castles, Alex G, Caveman, and HÆLOS, and keynote speakers Casey Gerald and Andy Puddicombe will be in the spotlight. SXSW is the premiere launching pad for new creative content, and sparks new ideas to carve the path for the future of each ever-evolving field, long after the events’ conclusion. -
Ultra Music Festival
Every year, Miami plays host to one of the most exhilarating electronic dance festivals in the country - with over 100,000 people attending. This year shouldn’t be any different as headliners include Armin Van Buuren, Avicii, David Guetta, Kaskade, Nero, Tiesto, and ZEDD among many others. The Ultra Music Festival takes place in downtown Miami, and you are just a stone's throw away from the warm South Beach waters. -
The Cooper River Bridge Run
The Cooper River Bridge Run is one of the most unique runs in the country due to its beautiful setting in Charleston and the fact that over 40,000 people participate in this 10k. While everybody knows about the Boston Marathon, this lesser known 10k is perfect for both beginning and advanced runners. Celebrate your health and participate in a 10k that gives back to over 15 different charities. Your run will make a real difference. -
Cherry Blossom Festival
The blooming cherry trees line up and down the National Mall, making one of America’s most beautiful cities even prettier. The event celebration kicks off on March 18th with the Pink Tie Party fundraiser, followed by the Opening Ceremony on the 26th, the Blossom Kite Festival on April 2nd, and concludes with the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade on the 16th. The entire month of celebrating is the event of springtime. -
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
If you want to listen to some true jazz music, there is no better place to do it than in the heart of jazz country itself - New Orleans. This ten day festival will give you all the jazz music you crave, and leave you with a list of new artists to follow. Get your fill of southern cooking, New Orleans culture, all the jazz rhythm in one place at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. -
Kentucky Derby
The last time a horse won the Triple Crown before that? 1977. If history repeats itself, 2016 may be the year of back to back Triple Crown champions, and the Kentucky Derby is where all the drama kicks off. The Kentucky Derby is much more than just a horse race. It is a time for dressing up, for socializing, for making a couple bets, and having a good time. Take part in one of the greatest subcultures of 2016. -
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Savor
Savor is an American craft beer and food experience held at the National Building Museum in downtown Washington. This festival features craft beers and artisan cheese from across the country. If you love beer, this formal experience is one you need to attend this year. -
The Old Town Art Fair
Art lovers unite at the Old Town Art Fair in Chicago’s historic Old Town Triangle District for your pick of art mediums including 2D and 3D mixed media, drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, and works in metal, stone, and wood. In short, any art you can imagine will be here. Known as one of the top art fairs in the country, the Old Town Art Fair celebrates its 67th year -
Firefly Music Festival
Summer is the season for music, festivals, and concerts and the Firefly Music Festival in Dover offers one of the most unforgettable experiences of the summer. Featuring big name artists like Mumford & Sons, Florence + The Machine, Ellie Goulding, and Of Monsters and Men, the Firefly Music Festival is the perfect event for camping out, hanging out with friends, and creating lifelong memories. -
EDC Las Vegas
The Electric Daisy Carnival has found a home in Las Vegas for the last 20 years, each year drawing in a bigger and better crowd for the three day carnival! This year, more than 300,000 people are expected to show up in EDC attire to look at the giant metal art, 3D superstructures, and glow in the dark environments. There are rides, food, and of course the best EDM DJ’s from around the world. -
Utah Shakespeare Festival
Each year, more than 100,000 people flock to Cedar City to watch the plays put on by the at the Shakespeare Festival, a festival that has received both a Tony Award and an Emmy! The festival runs for a large part of the summer and into the fall, so you have plenty of opportunities to make your way to Cedar City - and then see some of the country’s most beautiful National Parks with Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park a quick car ride away. -
Taste of Chicago
Taste of Chicago is the nation’s premier outdoor food festival showcasing the diversity of Chicago’s dining community. The delicious array of food served at Taste of Chicago is complemented by music and fun filled activities for the entire family. Every summer since 1980, Chicago’s beautiful Grant Park on the city’s magnificent lakefront has been home to the world’s largest food festival. -
San Diego Comic-Con
The largest and original Comic-Con is gearing up for it’s best year yet, featuring your favorite characters from all your favorite movies, comic books, and shows! You never know who you will meet at the upcoming Comic-Con, and you know the biggest names from this years hit shows will be there. Of all the Comic-Con’s around the country, the one in San Diego by far the best known, and most highly anticipated event of them all. -
Newport Folk Festival
The Newport Folk Festival features plenty of high-energy performances from both old times and young indie acts. The festival was made popular by musicians such as Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Muddy Waters, and Howlin’ Wolf, and in recent years has headlined big names like the Decemberists, Fleet Foxes, the Avett Brothers, and Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros. This folk festival focuses on being green and suggests getting to the festival by bike, water shuttle, or ride sharing. -
The Olympics
Each year, the world comes together for two weeks to watch the most gifted athletes from around the world compete against each other. Who could forget Michael Phelps’ gold medal chase, Usain Bolt’s world record setting 100 meter sprint, or the Paul McCartney singing “Hey Jude” at the opening ceremonies? You can bet the world will be watching the Olympic Games this August, every one of us a patriot, cheering for our country. There is no bigger or better event than the Olympics. -
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