Add them to your bucket list, because these are once in a lifetime.
Snow & Ice Festival — Harbin, China
When: Jan. 5 – Feb. 5
Where: Harbin, China
Why you should go: The Harbin festival is the largest snow and ice festival in the world, and it features carvings towering over 20 feet in height and full-size buildings made from gigantic blocks of ice.
Holi — Celebrated by Hindus Around the World
When: March 27 (for 2014)
Where: India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and other Hindu regions.
Why you should go: Holi, also known as the Festival of Colors, celebrates the end of winter and the beginning of spring. It's fun, safe, and free. Just remember to BYOD (bring your own dye).
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Cascamorras — Baza, Spain
When: Sept. 6
Where: Baza, Spain, in the province of Granada.
Why you should go: Every year hundreds of Spaniards cover themselves in grease to reenact the stealing of a famous statue of the "Virgen de la Piedad," which took place over 500 years ago. Best of all, after the greasing, a great big party ensues.
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Carnevale — Venice, Italy
When: Feb. 14 – March 4 (for 2014)
Where: Venice, Italy
Why you should go: Carnevale, or "Carnival," has been a Venice tradition since the 13th century. People flock from all over the world to participate in the masked celebrations, arguably making it one of the best parties on Earth.
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