Everywhere in the world there are different
events that take place throughout the year .
Some celebrate a milestone in history;
others may celebrate a people ’s culture
while some may be dedicated to anything
from art to a President ’s birthday. You
might have heard about some of these
events while some may be alien to you. Also
some may be more exclusive than others .
Regardless, these events draw millions of
people from all over and if you do get lucky
and gain entrance, they promise an
exhilarating experiences, something to
cherish for a lifetime . Whether you are in
or outside Nigeria, you should consider one
of these as a holiday idea this season.

Carnivale , the mother of all carnivals ! This
event takes place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil .
People fill up the streets , dancing and
partying for four days straight . There is
nothing like it in the world . Here , everyone
goes wild . The fun is “ no holds barred ”.
That ’s why it ’ s on our list . It is simply
fascinating ! You’ ll never fully understand
“ Carnivale ” till you attend Carnivale .

• THE CALABAR CARNIVAL

This is Africa ’ s biggest street party. This
event takes place from the 1st to the 31st of
December every year in Calabar , Cross
Rivers State, Nigeria . The event showcases
the different cultures of the Nigerian people
as well as other neighboring countries . The
floats, costumes and dances are the main
attraction. Since 2004 till date , millions of
people all over the world come to Calabar
for this month- long fiesta. This is something
you do not want to miss out on.

• NEW YEARS EVE IN TIMES SQUARE

People have gathered from all over the
world since 1907 to watch the lowering of
the Times Square Ball on New Year ’s Eve at
the stroke of midnight . The party that
follows is crazy . This is New Yorks way of
ushering in the New Year and it ’s a
tradition that is here to stay for a long
time . Next time you are in New York for the
Christmas Holidays you should consider
extending your visit till after the New Year
celebrations . It ’ s certainly worth the wait .

• MONACO GRAND PRIX

The Monaco Grand Prix is the biggest of all
the Formula 1 races . If you like fast cars,
this is speed heaven. If you don’ t, the glitz
of the event is nothing short of dazzling.
Celebrities and rich sports enthusiasts come
from over for the world famous Monte
Carlo races. Yachts of the fabulously
wealthy line up the docks along the race
track. The parties that follow are awesome .
This is really an experience of a lifetime .

• THE MARDI GRAS

Mardi Gras is French for “ Fat Tuesday ” and
it is an event that takes place in New
Orleans , Louisiana. Originally, the event
was supposed to be the last day of indulging
in fatty and very rich food before the
beginning of the Lenten period for
Christians. Now it is more like the biggest
masked party ever. The costumes and the
floats are amazing. What makes the Mardi
Gras stand out from other costume
carnivals are the carnival beads. Originally
in green, purple and gold but now in an
assortment of colors , the tossing of these
beautiful beads from the carnival floats is
the high point of the event . It ’ s just
something you should see for yourself.

• THE FIFA WORLD CUP FINALS

Now this is the biggest sporting event of all
time . Over a billion people put their lives
on hold for 90 minutes to watch the game.
In some places , your boss might give a day
off just so you don’ t miss any second of it .
The funny thing is even if your country
doesn ’t make it to the finals you still want
to be part of it . Getting into the stadium to
watch the live game can be extremely
difficult but if you do, you won ’t forget it in
a hurry .