Autumn Festivals Around The World Trivia

Question 1

How do the Japanese pay homage to crafters and busnessmen with ornate carvings, embroidery and precise construction?

Accepted Answer

Hachiman Matsuri

Question 2

The Mexicans reunite the living and dead with marigolds, old photos, food, drink and celebrations during this holiday.

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Dia de los Muertos

Question 3

From October to November, where can you see people celebrating with thousands of floating paper lanterns and fireworks?

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Laos & Thailand

Question 4

Which American city boasts the most epic Halloween international music festival?

Accepted Answer

New Orleans, VooDoo Fest

Question 5

Which "High Holy Day" in September-October promotes self-reflection, performing good deeds & making amends with others?

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Rosh Hashanah

Question 6

Where is America's best and biggest Halloween costume parade?

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New York, NY

Question 7

Who enjoys a sleepless night, "Nuit Blanche", with an after-dark ART festival?

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The French

Question 8

Although celebrated all over the world, who is the O.G. of Oktoberfest?

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The Germans

Question 9

Where does "Halloween" come from?

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Originally celebrated by the Celts of ancient Britain and Ireland

Question 10

What is the international sailing race held every second Sunday of October with over 2000 boats and 16,000 sailors!?

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Barcolana Regatta, Italy

Question 11

Dating back to the 18thCentury when traditional Valencian dances defied conventional human form, this new artform arose.

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Concurs de Castells, Spain

Question 12

This September festival is celebrated under the silvery light of the full moon, symbolizing peaceful times.

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Mid-Autumn Festival, China

Question 13

As the first democratic republic in African history, this country celebrates Thanksgiving, brought back by freed slaves.

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Liberia

Question 14

Diwali is ...

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A festival of lights in India

Question 15

During the first week of October, where will over a million people participate in America's largest annual event?

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Albuquerque, for the International Balloon Fiesta

Question 16

Which November celebration dates back to 1605 where crazed party-goers enjoy the best toffee apples and fireworks?

Accepted Answer

Guy Fawkes Night, UK

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