February Festivals & Events

Rio Carnival, Brazil

Brazil Carnival is the annual 'Celebration of Life' that takes place throughout Brazil. In Rio de Janeiro, floats parade in the purpose-built Sambadrome, surrounded by dancers, singers and drummers dressed in elaborate costumes. This famous celebration unites the nation and is one of the greatest shows on Earth. 

Art Deco Weekend in Napier, New Zealand

Napier was rebuilt in its now famous Art Deco style after a terrible earthquake in 1931. Now, each February the city becomes filled with classic cars and people dressed in Deco style, which provides the perfect backdrop to this unique festival. It attracts visitors from all over the world. 

BMW Wine Marlborough Festival, New Zealand

The Marlborough Wine Festival is New Zealand's longest running and most successful wine festival. Over 200 wines from over 40 wineries are showcased and there is entertainment from some of New Zealand's leading performers. 

Sapporo Snow Festival, Japan

Each February Hokkaido’s capital, Sapporo welcomes the world to the wonderful Sapporo Snow Festival, an ice-sculpting extravaganza on an epic scale. It began in 1950 and now each year sees hundreds of snow statues and ice sculptures on display. 

Tango Festival, Buenos Aires, Argentina

The capital of Argentina, Buenos Aires, pays homage each February to one of the most iconic dances in the world — the tango. During the event renowned artists display their dancing in venues across the city for the public. 

International Rugby Sevens, New Zealand

Rugby in New Zealand borders on a religion for many so Wellington's Westpac Stadium in February becomes a sporting beacon as 16 of the world's top seven-a-side rugby teams compete in the International Rugby Sevens. If you love rugby you can combine it with a trip to one of the world’s most sought-after destinations 

Christchurch Festival of Flowers, New Zealand

The most English of New Zealand’s cities, Christchurch is the provincial capital which has a wonderfully elegant feel about it. Each February the city hosts the Festival of Flowers and Romance, which celebrates Christchurch as the Garden City of Australasia.