The month of February is certainly bound to be exciting and it wouldn’t pale in comparison to the cool parties in January in celebration of the New Year. Aside from the celebration of the Chinese New Year, February will be quite eventful as there are several big celebrations that will be held all over the world
Viareggio Carnevale/ Viareggio, Italy: February 1,8 and 15
Held in Viareggio, Italy, revelers who are in costume parade towering characters and huge floats which have been decorated elaborately grace this colorful event. It has long been a tradition for people to flock to this Tuscan coastal city during this event. Triple canon shots signify the beginning of this festivity. With the Carnevale rolling in, the sophisticated coastal town transforms into a riot of colors as flags hang in business and residential sites. Masquerade parties are held in many clubs and discos in the area so if you are up for partying all night, this is just the place to be.
Rio Carnival/ Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: February 13 to 25
Members of the Afro-American Candomble religion take part in a cleansing ceremony of the Sambodrome in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Samba schools will parade at the Sambodrome next February 15 and 16, 2015. YASUYOSHI CHIBA/AFP/Getty Images
