La Tomatina, Spain:
An annual tomato-throwing festival held in Buñol where participants engage in a massive food fight using overripe tomatoes.
Oktoberfest, Germany:
The world's largest beer festival held in Munich, featuring traditional Bavarian food such as sausages, pretzels, and schnitzel.
Cherry Blossom Festival, Japan:
Celebrates the blooming of cherry blossoms with traditional Japanese foods like sakura mochi and bento boxes under the sakura trees.
Taste of Chicago, USA:
A culinary extravaganza showcasing Chicago's diverse food scene with specialties ranging from deep-dish pizza to gourmet hot dogs.
Pizzafest, Italy:
Held in Naples, the birthplace of pizza, featuring countless variations of authentic Neapolitan pizza cooked in wood-fired ovens.
Holi, India:
A vibrant festival of colors celebrated with traditional Indian sweets and snacks like gujiya and thandai.
Songkran, Thailand:
Thai New Year celebrated with water fights and traditional street foods like pad thai, mango sticky rice, and fresh tropical fruits.
Rio Carnival, Brazil:
While primarily a cultural festival, it includes street food vendors offering Brazilian favorites like feijoada and coxinha.
Matsuri, Japan:
Traditional Japanese festivals held throughout the year with food stalls offering festival treats like takoyaki and yakitori .
Bacon Festival, USA:
Various cities host festivals dedicated to bacon, featuring creative bacon-infused dishes and products, celebrating the love for this savory treat.