Global Festivals of 2024: A Year of Celebration

Here are some notable festivals happening around the world in 2024:

United States

1. Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival - Manchester, Tennessee (June 13-16)
   • Features over 150 musical performances, comedy, cinema, and various entertainment activities.
2. San Diego Comic-Con - San Diego, California (July 25-28)
   • The largest comic convention in the U.S., known for its pop culture and comic book festivities.
3. Essence Music Festival - New Orleans, Louisiana (June 29-July 3)
   • Celebrates African American culture with music, empowerment seminars, and cultural activities.
4. Sturgis Motorcycle Rally - Sturgis, South Dakota (August 2-11)
   • The world's largest motorcycle rally with concerts and street food​ (Vacasa)​​ (Music Festival Wizard)​.

Chicago, Illinois

1. Chicago Blues Festival (June 7-9)
   • Celebrates the city's blues music heritage with performances from iconic blues artists.
2. Chicago House Music Festival and Conference (May 23-25)
   • A day-long event celebrating house music where it originated.
3. Chicago Gourmet (September 27-29)
   • A food and wine festival showcasing the best of the city's culinary scene​ (Choose Chicago)​​ (Time Out Worldwide)​.

Europe

1. Glastonbury Festival - Somerset, England (June 26-30)
   • One of the world's most famous music and performing arts festivals.
2. Oktoberfest - Munich, Germany (September 21-October 6)
   • The world's largest beer festival with traditional Bavarian music, food, and culture.

Asia

1. Diwali - India (November 1)
   • Known as the Festival of Lights, celebrated with fireworks, feasts, and decorations.
2. Songkran - Thailand (April 13-15)
   • Thai New Year celebrated with water fights and street parties.

These are just a few highlights; many more festivals will be celebrated worldwide in 2024. If you need details on specific festivals or regions, feel free to ask!