Ahhhhh…can you feel it? Spring is right around the corner. And then the lazy hazy days of summer. Have you started planning how to best enjoy it yet? If not, there's no better time to start than right now. We've put together a list of the best and the biggest events across the US to help you out.
April
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
Skagit Valley, Washington
April 1-30
Every year in April, the tulips bloom in Skagit Valley, Washington. Visitors from all over the country go and walk through the fields of flowers, buy bulbs, and enjoy the beginning of spring. They also have various unique and rare varieties on display.
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Masters Golf Tournament
Augusta, Georgia
April 4-10
The prestigious golf tournament known as the Masters brings together the greatest in golf in their quest for the famous green jacket. Many golf lovers have a trip to Augusta National on their bucket list.
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Coachella
Coachella Valley, California
April 14-16 & 21-23
Try not to roll your eyes. Yes, Coachella may be known as hipster paradise and is often associated with a certain look leading it to become a sort of joke over the years, but it still offers great music and a unique experience. The lineup this year includes acts such as Two Door Cinema Club, Radiohead, Lady Gaga, and Bon Iver!
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The Boston Marathon
Boston, Massachusetts
April 17
For any runners, the Boston Marathon is the marathon in the United States. Runners come from all over the world in the quest to complete the course. Even if you aren’t going to run, take some time out and see what’s happening around Boston for one of the most prestigious marathons in the country.
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Gathering of Nations Indian Powwow
Albuquerque, New Mexico
April 28-30
For a uniquely American experience, you can head to New Mexico to get a taste of Native American Culture. At the Powwow, the largest gathering of Native American tribes, you can experience dancing, singing, and storytelling unique to the various tribes around the country.
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Tribeca Film Festival
New York, New York
April 19-30
New York is a city built on the arts and film. It is therefore fitting then that every year the Tribeca Film Festival, located in downtown Manhattan, celebrates film with over 500 screenings, talks, and other events. Over 200 filmmakers are celebrated at this event.
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The Great American Foodie Fest
Las Vegas, Nevada
April 2017
There is only one event like this in the west and this is it. Every year, food trucks from all over the country come to Las Vegas to show off the best food truck eats in the nation. Every year, over 50 food trucks and 500,000 people join the Great American Foodie Fest.
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May
Kentucky Derby Horse Race
Louisville, Kentucky
May 6
Famous for big hats, mint juleps, and all kinds of fashion, the Kentucky Derby is a must-see event. The race, part of the Triple Crown, is a weekend-long party and week full of various activities.
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Fiesta Noche del Rio
San Antonio, Texas
May 13-August 13
In Texas, you can experience the best of Hispanic culture during the months-long party in San Antonio. You can enjoy the food, songs, and dances of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, Texas and more.
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The Preakness Stakes
Baltimore, Maryland
May 20
First there is the Kentucky Derby, and then there is the Preakness. The second race in the coveted Triple Crown takes place in Baltimore. If you enjoyed Kentucky, why not take a trip up to Baltimore to see how people in Maryland celebrate racing.
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Indianapolis 500-mile Race
Indianapolis, Indiana
May 29
If you’re into Indy, there’s only one place to go: The Indianapolis 500. This is the main event of the entire sport in the United States. There are events for weeks before the actual race, so get there early and get in on all the action.
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June
EDC Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada
June 16-18
If you can’t tell by the picture, the Electric Daisy Carnival, EDC for short, guarantees a good time. In fact, it's the biggest dance music festival in the US. With some of the world’s best DJs, crazy art and sculptures, and more glow sticks than you can count—you can join the over 300,000 who party here every year.
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Food & Wine Classic in Aspen
Aspen, Colorado
June 16-18
World class food, the best wine, and celebrities aplenty are at the Food & Wine Classic. Mingle with the elite at this yearly event and your taste buds will thank you.
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July
Taste of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
July 5-9
For more to eat, Chicago is the next place to go after Aspen. They hold the largest outdoor food festival in the United States. You can visit the city’s finest restaurants and all of the trendiest places to eat. There’s something for everyone in Chicago, so make sure you go there with some pants in a bigger size...
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Santa Fe International Folk Art Market
Santa Fe, New Mexico
July 14-16
Supporting art and local artists is a great way to give back and take in some culture. The International Folk Art Festival attracts artists from around the world and over 20,000 visitors every year.
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Frontier Days
Cheyenne, Wyoming
July 21-31
If you're are looking for a trip back in time, head to the wild west in Wyoming. Every year since 1897, the city of Cheyenne has celebrated its past with the world's largest rodeo, old frontier town, saloon, chuck wagon cook-off, air show, bull riding shows, and many more events and parades.
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Quick Chek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning
Readington, NJ
July 29-31
It’s not too often that you can go to a festival of music and ballooning. Make your way to New Jersey to lift out and see the sights of New York City, Philadelphia and other landmarks of the area from above.
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Summerfest
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
June-July
Summerfest is the biggest event of the year. Every summer the shores of Lake Michigan are rocked by 11 days of 1,000 performances and almost a million people.
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August
Maine Lobster Festival
Rockland, Maine
August 2-6
Maine has been known for a lot of things, but lobster has to be one of the best and tastiest. In early August, you can head to the Pine Street State to enjoy some delicious lobster. The festival has been inviting people to Portland since 1947 and is sure not to disappoint.
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Iowa State Fair
Des Moines, Iowa
August 10-20
A state fair might seem a bit old fashioned, but the Iowa State Fair should not be missed. It's one of the largest state fairs in the Unites States and attracts more than a million people from all over the world, every year. This fair will give you a true taste of what life in the Midwest is like.
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Outside Lands
San Francisco, California
August 11-13
San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park is the place for music, food, wine, beer, art, and comedy in mid-August. Get your sunscreen and tent ready so you can enjoy some fun in the sun along the beautiful California coast.
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Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Sturgis, South Dakota
August 8-14
Get your motor runnin’! Head out on the highway! If you were born to be wild, then there is no other place than the motorcycle rally in Sturgis. This week-long party attracts over 100,000 bikers from all over the country.
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Burning Man Festival
Black Rock Desert
August 28-September 5
If your tastes are a bit more eclectic, take a trip to the Black Rock Desert. And by trip, we mean any kind of trip you mean. Anything seems possible at this festival, where anything and everything goes. Enjoy one of the most imaginative, fascinating, improbable, and awe-inspiring events you have ever been to.
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No matter where you live or what your tastes are, there are some events for you during the spring and summer to enjoy. So start planning and have fun!
