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Summer signals the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival. Established in 1971, the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival honors the life and works of Bix Beiderbecke, a world-renowned musician who died...
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Musikfest in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is one of the largest annual non-gated music festivals in the United States. Non-gated means FREE. For ten days in late July or August, Bethlehem fills with music f...
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Uncommon Instrument Awareness Day is about exploring the multitude of different instruments used to make music throughout the world. Whether spoons, kazoos, or lutes, today is a day of discovery and exper...
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State Fairs are an American tradition and feature carnival rides, livestock competitions, baking competitions, live music and vendors from all over the state demonstrating products and services. The Wisco...
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National Black Music Month, or African-American Music Appreciation Month, is an annual celebration in the United States in June. It aims to recognize and honor the contributions of African-American artist...
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Every year since 1904, Leipzig, Germany, has hosted a music festival celebrating composer Johann Sebastian Bach. In this city, Bach composed many of his most beloved pieces. The Leipzig Bach Music Festiva...
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The Belmont Stakes is the third race in what is known as the Triple Crown and is by far the most grueling at a distance of 1.5 miles. The first race began in 1867. Secretariat, winner of the Belmont an...
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According to the Nielsen Company, the BET Awards is one of the most-watched entertainment awards shows on cable television. The BET Awards franchise remains the #1 program in cable TV history among Afri...
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Bloomsday commemorates the life and works of author James Joyce after Leopold Bloom from his 1922 novel "Ulysses." Joyce chose the date of Bloomsday in honor of the anniversary of his future wife's first...
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The Bloomsday Festival is a week-long celebration in Ireland leading up to Bloomsday, June 16th. The week is a literary exploration of the life and works of James Joyce, who wrote "Ulysses." The Bloomsd...
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Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival in Manchester, Tennessee, began in 2002, taking inspiration from music festivals of the 60s and 70s like Woodstock. "Bonnaroo" is Creole slang for "a really good time." Th...
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Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival in Manchester, Tennessee, began in 2002, taking inspiration from music festivals of the 60s and 70s like Woodstock. "Bonnaroo" is Creole slang for "a really good time." Th...
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The first National Cherry Festival was in 1925. This annual fair attracts people from around the world to Traverse City, Michigan. Festivities include an air show, live concerts and of course everything c...
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Each June, the CMA Music Festival showcases country music artists like Luke Bryan, Jake Owen, The Band Perry, Eric Church, Dwight Yoakum, Alan Jackson, Martina McBride, Reba McIntyre, Brad Paisley, Keith...
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Donald Duck Day (Take 2) marks the first appearance of Donald Duck on June 9, 1934, in "The Wise Little Hen" cartoon feature. Donald Duck Day (Take 1) celebrates the character's birthday, March 13, 191...
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Drive-in Movie Day commemorates this iconic American symbol, the drive-in movie theater. Mr. Richard M. Hollingshead Jr developed the drive-in movie theater. His first unit opened in New Jersey on June 6...
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The Daytime Emmy Awards honor excellence in all fields of broadcast production segmented into 68 categories, including series, performers, technical and creative. The awards pay tribute to exceptional wor...
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Numerous historical accounts testify that fairies appeared in Greek mythology about 3,000 years ago, but their popularity has increased over the years. According to legends, the worlds of humans and fai...
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Old Time Fiddlers' Contest and Festival is a citywide event in Weiser, Idaho. First run in 1953, this is the largest fiddling and folk festival in the United States. Enjoy the free outdoor entertainment s...
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The Smithsonian Folklife Festival, established in 1967, honors contemporary living and cultural traditions and celebrates those who practice and sustain them. Produced annually by the Smithsonian Center f...
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