They are rejoicing in who they are, where they live, the language they speak, the gods they worship. In Pamplona, they run with the bulls to celebrate San Fermin. In Rio, Carnivale celebrates the beginning of Lent. In Stilton, they roll wheels of cheese to celebrate their local industry. And in Beaver, Oklahoma, they throw cow chips, though we're not exactly sure why.
Festivals are the universal form of community celebration.
Whether we call them fairs, festivals, feasts or fiestas, they bring people together in a public space for mutual expression. Some are communities of spirit and yet others are communities of interest. A festival is much more than a spectator event because everyone partakes of the experience. There is a magical quality to these events. If any of these experiences have touched your heart, then you will understand our passion.