Starkbierzeit, the oldest beer festival in the capital of Bavaria
You must have heard a lot about Oktoberfest - the biggest beer festival in Germany, held every October in Munich. The March festival Starkbierzeit is just a "distant relative" of Oktoberfest but is the oldest beer festival in the capital of Bavaria.
Starkbierzeit, which was started in the mid-1600s by Paulaner monks in Munich, is not only a chance for people to get drunk on delicious, cold beer, but also a celebration of Bavarian culture.
Although the number of people attending the Starkbierzeit beer festival is only half that of the Oktoberfest festival, for just 3 weeks in March, breweries across Munich set up large beer halls to serve the festival.
The beer served at the festival is a strong 7.5% ABV, so when you attend Starkbierzeit, drink slowly so you can keep up with the locals and stay sober enough to enjoy the lively music.
- Location: Munich, Germany
- Time: From March 15 to April 6
SXSW (South By Southwest), the ultimate music festival in America
SXSW (South By Southwest) is a chaotic yet wonderful party that combines many different elements: film, media and music. The festival started in 1987 and is held every March in Austin, Texas, USA.
Music is arguably the “main dish” of this most special festival in March. In 2014, there were more than 2,000 musical performances at the festival. Through SXSW Music, impressive works that have been introduced on Youtube channels before will officially be introduced to the audience.
In addition, in this vibrant music party, more than 2,000 artists from 63 countries around the world will show off their skillful playing and powerful voices. This is also a gathering place for talented artists and an ideal playground for creative people to meet.
- Location: Austin, Texas, USA
- Time: From March 8 to March 17
Moomba Waterfest, Australia's largest traditional festival
Moomba Waterfest is Australia's largest March festival. The festival is steeped in Australian tradition but still features a modern twist, with vibrant performances taking place on the Yarra River - the iconic Birrarung Marr and Alexandra Gardens in beautiful Melbourne.
In 1996, Moomba Waterfest attracted approximately 1.7 million attendees. It is one of Australia's largest traditional festivals, featuring a variety of food, music, sports, arts and culture.
Traditional activities taking place throughout the festival include: Moomba parades, fireworks, riverside festivities, Moomba Masters water sports, local arts and entertainment performances, live music and figure skating competitions…
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
- Time: From March 8 to March 11
Holi, the most colorful festival in the world
Holi is the world's most colorful festival celebrated every March in India and Nepal. An important Hindu festival, Holi represents the victory of good over evil and spring is the time for people to forgive and forget past sorrows.
During the festival, people throw colored powder and smear it on each other’s faces as a way to show love, respect and mend relationships to “repair broken mirrors”. And in each city of India, people celebrate Holi in a different way to honor traditions and express local identity. This is a free and vibrant festival that attracts many tourists to participate every year.
- Location: India and Nepal
- Time: From March 20 to March 21
St. Patrick's Day, a festival filled with green
St. Patrick's Day - St. Patrick's Day is a good excuse to wear green, drink more beer and party a little harder than usual. St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on March 17th every year to honor and commemorate the death of the 5th-century Christian bishop, missionary, and most important patron saint of Ireland.
The holiday is celebrated all over the world, especially in places with Irish descent. Boston and New York City are the two biggest, most fun and vibrant places to celebrate, with 150,000 people attending each year.
If you want to go all out and experience the biggest party of St. Patrick's Day, wear green, drink green beer, and join the vibrant parades from morning to night.
- Location: Dublin, Boston, New York
- Time: From March 15 to March 18
