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How festivals are chosen

A plain explanation of what we look for — and what we avoid — when a celebration appears on this site.

In plain language

Editors look for festivals with clear cultural meaning, enough public information to describe them fairly, and dates that visitors can verify. Paid placement never buys a festival "recommendation."

What we look for

  • Living celebrations with community roots
  • Reliable timing notes (including "dates vary")
  • Imagery and language that respect participants
  • Useful links to official or community sources when available

What we avoid

  • Scam ticket funnels disguised as editorial
  • Stereotyped or sacred imagery used casually
  • Lists that pretend every festival is a tourist product

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Know a celebration we should consider? Use the contact form with the topic "Suggest a festival." Include place, season, and a short note on why it matters.

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