5 Best costume festivals to visit around the world
5 Best costume festivals to visit around the world
Do you love to play dress-up? Visit the below costume festivals.
Music festivals top the annual world festival calendar. But in recent times costume festivals are catching up. People go crazy for the creative and unique costume festivals around the world, as it gives the adults a chance to play dress-up on days, other than Halloween.
So, if you can’t get enough of costumes and dress up then we have good news for you. Below is a list of best costume festivals around the world.
The Shambala festival is a celebration of music, good spirit and nature, at a secret location in the Northamptonshire countryside. The highlight of the festival is the parade, which features unique and creative costumes and drag queens. Remember to dress in your wackiest costume to fit in with the crowd and the festivities.
Location: UK
When: August
A British summer musical festival, Bestival combines music, sun and arts under one roof during the four days of summer. The unique aspect of the festival is the eccentric Fancy Dress Parade held on one of the days of the festival. Dress up and watch people of all ages wearing the fanciest and most creative dress options.
Location: Isle of Wight, UK
When: September
Tour the historic city of New Orleans during the Mardi Gras festival. It celebrates the start of the Christian festival of Lent and brings people in different costumes, masks and beads together. From family-friendly events to the nightlife, the festival has something for everyone. Witness the parade and the numerous balls for a fun costume festival.
Location: New Orleans
When: February
Express your creativity without an eye of judgment at the Burning Man festival. The festival provides you with the freedom to physically celebrate creativity by dressing up in decorative and artful costumes. From burlesque outfits to birthday suits, all types of outfits are worn with great pride here.
Location: Nevada
When: August 30 – September 10
- Wave-Gotik-Treffen Leipzig
Do you love everything black and Goth? The German festival celebrates all things Goth, from the music to elaborate costumes and makeups. It is nothing short of walking and talking Goth gallery, as the attendees bring out their inner dark self in a variety of outfits.
Location: Germany
When: May
Take out your most creative costumes and get ready to dress your best at the festivals.
