In the North Rhine-Westphalian town of Arnsberg-Hüsten in the Hochsauerland district, the Hüstner Kirmes takes place every year on the weekend around the 2nd Sunday in September on the Riggenweide. Around 300,000 visitors flock to the streets and

Olmen is located halfway between Maastricht and Antwerp. Pakawi Park Zoo, which opened in Olmen in 1980, was known as Olmense Zoo until 2019 and covers an area of 12 hectares. The zoo specializes in big cats but is home to over 200 animal species in

The Rieder Volksfest in Ried im Innkreis is one of the largest and most traditional folk festivals in Upper Austria. What makes it special is that it takes place every two years in conjunction with the large Rieder Messe trade fair, making it a unique

According to the organisers, the Lullusfest is the oldest folk festival in Germany and the world. Its origins go back to the year 852, the name "Lullusfest" has existed since 1326, and the festival now attracts around 500,000 visitors a year.

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It's finally time again: at Whitsun, the town centre of Hückelhoven is transformed into a colourful promenade. It stretches from Hartlepooler Platz via the town hall to Breteuilplatz and is packed with funfair attractions.

The funfair starts on Friday at

The Auer Dult on Mariahilfplatz takes place three times a year. In May (Maidult), in July/August (Jakobidult) and in October (Kirchweihdult). The Dult is visited by about 300,000 people and is considered the largest tableware market in Europe. It also

In beautiful Bergen aan Zee, right on the Dutch coast just before Texel, the Zee Aquarium opened in 1956—when Sea Life wasn’t even in the planning stages—on the grounds of the former Hotel Nassau. Over 350 species of fish live here in more than

The Freiburger Mess' (Freiburg Fair) is held twice a year on the Neuer Messplatz. The Frühjahsmess' in May and the Herbstmess' in October. Over 110 showmen provide lots of fun and a good atmosphere.

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The Ismaning Folk Festival is a traditional Bavarian festival that fills the fairground at Hain with life and is known for its cosy, almost family-like atmosphere. It usually takes place in June and is a central meeting place for the citizens of the

SeaWorld Orlando is one of eight parks that belong to United Parks & Resorts Inc. Starting out as a marine animal park, it quickly developed into a theme park with several roller coasters and flat rides. With over 81 hectares and 8 roller coasters, the