When to Go The best time to visit the Northern Marianas is during the dry months of December to March. That's also the high season, and prices will be higher. If you want to attend one of the commonwealth's religious festivals, check the Events section above for where and when they're held. If you do go at one of these times, be sure to book well in advance and be prepared to stay in more obscure accommodations. It's also difficult to get flights during the Christmas season, as many far-flung islanders return home during the holidays.
Most villages have an annual fiesta in honor of their patron saint.
Tinian's fiesta is held during the last weekend in April or the first weekend in May in honor of San Jose, the island's patron saint. The largest and most popular fiesta in the Northern Marianas, however, is held on Rota on either the first or second weekend in October. The celebration, which honors San Francisco de Borja, includes a luau-like feast of Chamorro food, religious processions, music and dancing. Other than that, most events and festivals are held on Saipan. There's a half-marathon and a 10km fun run in late January.