Enjoying Sydney's Festivals
Australia is known for its festivals and you'll find that in any region of Australia at just about any time of the year you can find some community festivals taking place throughout the region. These festivals are remarkable and there are many tourists who actually plan their vacation around what festivals will be in Sydney during a particular time frame. They are normally free to the public and they serve as an incredible way for visitors to get to understand the culture of this fine city better.
In January, there are a number of Sydney festivals that you may want to mark down on your calendar. The Sydney Festival is an area favorite and one of the largest festivals in Sydney throughout the year. It features performing arts from around the globe as well as galleries and concerts for visitors to experience. The Tamworth Country Music Festival is also a highlight of the month of January and this is also the launch month for the Twilight Series at the Taronga Zoo that takes place for 3 consecutive months.
February is also a month with several festivals and if you are heading to Sydney in February then you won’t be disappointed. The Chinese New Year Festival takes place presenting a unique look at the Chinese culture and heritage and offers a variety of traditional and non-traditional foods, ceremonies, music, and art displays from this culture. Also, in February is Sydney’s Mardi Gras which is another yearly festival this is always a very popular place for people to meet up in the streets and party and socialize. It's one of the highlights of the festival scene. Twilight at Taronga also continues through the month of February.
March is a month of Greek history in Sydney. The Greek Festival of Sydney occurs the whole month and brings focus to the Greek culture with arts, foods, and ceremonies. This month long celebration is something which locals and guests embrace and look forward to experiencing. Twilight at Taronga wraps up at the end of March.
Festivals are only one of the highlights of visiting Sydney, Australia however there are several wonderful ones throughout every month of the year. Planning your vacation around the festivals that peak your interest is an exciting way to add a little adventure to your vacation. There are several to choose from so be sure to check out all the Sydney festivals before choosing.
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By Kylee E. Smith
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