Thirty, 60 and 250-mile races draw mushers from all over the world to Fort Kent in the pursuit of juicy cash prizes at this sled-racing event. The 250-mile race is also a qualifier for the Iditarod and Yukon Quest competitions. This is a busy time for Fort Kent; the streets buzz with excitement as between 500 and 600 dogs mingle with…Read more @ USA RV rental
Formed in a bar in 1992 (probably after a few too many), Barkus is New Orleans’ only Mardi Gras organisation for dogs. With an annual themed parade and ball on the night before the big day, the Barkus Krewe are a much-loved fixture on the New Orleans scene…Read more @ Motorhome rental Australia
The Waiheke Wine Festival
The ‘Island of Wine’ has a brand new major wine event. The Waiheke Wine Festival is a special celebration of the fruits of this unique island producing area with its sub-tropical climate, perfect soil and dedicated award winning internationally acclaimed growers. The event is aimed at those who take their wine seriously and appreciate good food matched with a fine red or white……..read more
The Moreton Bay Challenge at Redcliffe Parade & Foreshore
Triathlon Australia presents the Challenge Series, a sequence of multisport events that takes place across the country between November and April. The Moreton Bay Challenge at Redcliffe Parade & Foreshore is the third of the series. Over the three days, people of all ages, shapes and sizes turn up to put their athletic abilities to the test…….read more
Groundhog Day
The annual ceremony in Punxsutawney might be the best-known in the United States, but Pennsylvania isn’t the only state to celebrate Groundhog Day. At the Yellow River Game Ranch in deepest Georgia, a local woodchuck known as General Beauregard Lee (Ph.D) has been making his own early-morning weather-prognostications for more than 20 years amd the form, as always, is simple………read more
Blues, Brews & BBQ’s
The festivals are a celebration of everything that is unique about the traditional kiwi summer lifestyle; our love of outdoor cooking, great music and enjoying an ale or two with good friends and family. And Blues, Brews & BBQ’s is one of the most popular events on the summer calendar - a family fun day of barbecue fare, fine ales and great music that is held at the A & P Showgrounds Blenheim , Marlborough…Read more @….Motorhome rental New Zealand
Poatina Resort Village’s Australia Day Family Festival
What better way to celebrate the country than with Australia Day?! Australia Day brings all states, cultures, people and walks of life together. Celebrate the people, the land, diversity, indigenous cultures, freedom and democracy with hundreds of events throughout the country…Read more @…Motorhome hire Australia
Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition
When the weather outside is frightful, the Rockford area is delightful! That’s because Rockford is home to the annual Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition. Nearly 30 teams from around the state work on 5-ton blocks of compacted snow to create huge works of frozen art……Read more @..USA RV rental
In 1990, several members of the City of Fellsmere, FL were very concerned about the fact that there was no funding source available for the recreational needs of the children in Fellsmere. The Frog Leg Festival was a result of that concern and the brain child Fran Adams. She and local residents guessed frog leg dinners might be unique to entice folks to the city. Not realizing the draw of this event, some committee members helped set up the event and then went to the movies. Several Hours and 400 dinners later the frog legs were sold out! Growing pains were there! Check out RV Hire USA and Travel for more!
Every December, residents of Waimate paint the town red with a never-ending sea of strawberries as part of the Waimate Strawberry Fare, celebrating the little red fruit and its substantial contribution to the area’s economy. Read more at Campervan hire New Zealand Travels
Homebake 08
Homebake is a massive annual music festival that is exclusively for Australian bands. Held at The Domain in Sydney during the heat of early December, the sell-out event has become an annual institution, with four stages of live home-grown music. The event teams up with Amnesty International for its 2008 theme of “Peace in the Park!”………read full story
Bozeman Ice Festival
The Bozeman Ice Festival features lectures and workshops with some of the best ice climbers in the world. Whether you’re an expert or a beginner, the event aims to teach you something new and improve your skills. The Bozeman Ice Festival is reaching new heights. …..read more
Adelaide Challenge
Planning on going to Glenelg Beach? Lucky you, the Triathlon Australia presents the Challenge Series, a sequence of multisport events that takes place across the country between November and April. The Adelaide Challenge at Glenelg Beach is the first of the series and it’ll be in Glenelg Beach………read full story
Coromandel Dive Festival
The Coromandel Dive Festival off the coast of the Coromandel Peninsula is a refreshing chance to escape the summer heat. Scuba fans can immerse themselves in underwater photography competitions, chocolate scallop hunts, the Scuba Olympics and a Roman Toga Ball…. read more
Light Parade
Downtown Jacksonville rings in the festive season with its annual Light Parade, which includes a parade of boats down St John’s River and the famous “waterfall” fireworks on the Main Street and Acosta bridges. If you’re there, jot down on your planner - 7 p.m. At Downtown Riverfront…..read more
There are specially organised races for those who are already hooked, but the event welcomes beginners - let’s face it, where else could you find so many experts on hand to give you advice on starting out? Read on at the Travel Holiday and US RV Rental
From 8am till dusk in Long Neck, Delaware. Witness as generations of fathers and sons battle it out using ever-improving machines to blast pumpkins into the ether with spectacular (and messy) results. It’s none other than the World Punkin’ Chunkin’ Championship!…Read more at the Holiday and Travel Site : US RV Rental
Salem was one of the most significant seaports in early America. It boasts the first National Historic Site designated by Congress, Salem Maritime National Historic Site, which protects Salem’s historic waterfront. The town of Salem is known for the notorious witch trials of 1692 - the executions of 14 women and six men. With a history such as this, the town is still a magnet for those interested in the occult, something celebrated each Halloween by the Festival of the Dead… read more at US Motorhome Rental Travel and Holidays Site
Australia Swan Festival of Lights 2008 - 24 Oct 2008 - 26 Oct 2008
Perth was dubbed the ‘City of Lights’ in 1962 by American astronaut John Glenn. It was called so when the city turned on its lights to greet him as he passed overhead while orbiting the Earth. Pretty neat trick, huh? The beautiful city of Perth, with the majestic and life-sustaining Swan River flowing through it works with multiple cultural connections through peace and harmony. Its cultural diversity celebrates through art, music and dance at………..Campervan hire Australia
Mildura Jazz, Food & Wine Festival 31 Oct - 02 Nov 2008
The unique blend of wineries and rugged Mallee landscapes, Mildura is always an enticing destination, but it will be simply irresistible this 31 October until 2 November when the city comes alive with jazz in the streets, the wineries, by the river and on the paddleboats at……….Campervan hire Australia
Tauranga Moana Tauranga Tangata Festival - 24 Oct 2008 - 26 Oct 2008t
“Our Place and Our People”. This year’s Tauranga Moana Tauranga Tangata Festival will do just that. It’s a celebration of Maori arts, crafts, culture, entertainment and festive activity. On October 24 until 26, prepare yourself and your family or group as you drive down to Tauranga and experience the Marae/Hapu Kapa Haka, Waka Kaupapa, fashion and variety shows, Te Reo Maori, exhibition, workshops, Kai or food stalls, entertainment and inter-marae sports programme and more! at…….Campervan hire New Zealand
ASB Queenstown JazzFest
The ASB Queenstown JazzFest is one of Queenstown’s premier events. Celebrate ten days of live music in God’s amph-itheater. Be dazzled with jazz, and jazz-influenced styles for everyone, young and old. Queensland gives you a taste of quality music and entertainment ranging from traditional jazz to the blues, from jazz rock to soul or fusion and hip hop. There will be performances, concerts and themed events in downtown Queenstown or amongst the vines in Gibbston Valley, the festival delivers a unique experience for everyone to enjoy at…….Campervan hire New Zealand
USA Chatsworth Cranberry Festival- 18 Oct - 19 Oct 2008
Driving down or driving through Chatsworth this weekend? Celebrate the two-day Chatsworth Cranberry Festival in the Pine Barrens of southern New Jersey. Relish the waxy red berry that everyone savors in Thanksgiving tables across the land. There are around 160 craft booths and cranberry bogs at …………US Motorhome rental
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The Annual Scarecrow Festival
The Annual Scarecrow Festival in Fort Kent is an autumnal family event, full of outdoor fun. It includes a scarecrow-building competition, a kids day, a parade, tent festival, a pumpkin hunt, races, games, entertainment and lots of lovely food. This year it’s scheduled on September 19 - 21, 2008. This free-to-attend family event offers tons of outdoor fun………..read US RV Rental Holidays for more
Tempo 08 - New Zealand’s Festival of Dance
A celebration of dance in New Zealand! The festival will feature last year’s favorites plus new performances from New Zealand and abroad! Tempo’s philosophy is to increase, enhance and support society’s appreciation and experience of dance and how it relates to them. Offering a broad range of events, workshops, classes and performances……read more at Campervan hire New Zealand
Australia Trek the Trail
Mundaring is the place to be on September 21, as the Perth hills community presents Trek the Trail 2008. Witness or join in on this celebration as walkers and cyclists travel 7 kilometres along the railway reserve spur line, passing through scenic forested countryside on the way to the iconic Mundaring Weir……..read Motorhome rental USA for the full story
Colonel Harland Sanders, founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken, is one of the most highly recognized figures in the world, in the chicken world to be exact. Laurel County, Kentucky, located in the heart of the beautiful Daniel Boone National Forest, is proud to be the home of the Colonel’s first and original restaurant established in the 1940’s. For more reads for a motorhome or rv holiday, visit motorhome holiday rental USA
Blues Barbecue and Fireworks
Fireworks and barbecue! What could be better than this? On August 24 at Pier 54 witness the majestic Brooklyn Bridge, linking Manhattan and Brooklyn, and the amazing fireworks display. Catch free live blues by the water at Pier 54, part of the Hudson River Park’s annual summer of fun. Top bands play at this one-day mini festival and, to get things really sizzling a barbecue is thrown in too... read more at MyDriveHoliday
Rally New Zealand
The New Zealand Rally Championship will be held on 28 -31 August 2008. Headquarters is at Mystery Creek Events Centre, Hamilton which includes the Super Special Stage where the family can get close to the action. The event travels through the picturesque Waikato, Franklin, Pirongia and Waitomo regions and features the best roads in the World Rally Championship... read more at MyDriveHoliday
Australian Formula One Superboat Series
The Australian Formula One Superboat Series forms part of a national seven round series and includes not only the elite F1 racing but also includes jet skis. The Superboat Series are conducted on a closed calm water circuit allowing close views of all the action... read more at MyDriveHolidayIf you fancy other places then visit the New Zealand and USA pages.
Drive to the vibrant celebration of the Flying Fox Art and Cultural Festival!
What do you get with 3 days of quality music - jazz and blues? Five fantastic venues in Paihia, Waitangi, Haruru Falls and Russel. Not to mention classic vintage car parade and displays.
When? August 1 to 2, 2008. Where is it going to be? Sam’s Wood Site, Mammoth Lakes, CA. What is it? The 13h Annual Mammoth Festival of Beers and Bluesapalooza!
On March 15, 2008 California will once again play host to the annual featured event in San Francisco, the St. Patrick’s Day. With over 250,000 attendees, the St. Patrick’s Day celebrates with a bang!
To top it off is the St. Patrick’s day Parade. Irish Pubs in and around the State serves ale and dances to the jig. Everything colored green is welcome! Including green gardens, green beer, and green shirts! Out door barbecue islands, recreational vehicles or RV’s, and more. Across the valley, showcasing 2007 vintage straight from the barrels, sampling new releases, and offering award-winning wines paired perfectly with foods & culinary delights prepared by local chefs and restaurants, guests meet winemakers and local chefs, mingle in caves and on crush pads, peruse art from local artists while listening to live music, tour wineries and vineyards, and enjoy a wonderful wine country weekend. Plus, get a glimpse of the California gray whale migrating to the warm coastal waters of South California.
In Los Angeles, through downtown LA, festivities even start before St. Patrick’s Day. The event includes carnival rides, historic re-enactors, several stages of Irish music from rock to trad, dance performances and social dancing, casual and fine dining, Irish and other Celtic product vendors, a petting zoo, sheep herding demonstrations and Highland-style games. St. Patrick’s Day is a celebration across the state of California, and even to the rest of the United States.
The Festival is open to all because everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day with USA RV Rental
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