When

March 5–8, 2026

Where

Sint Maarten

Why Go

With blue skies, clear seas and steady trade winds, the waters off Sint Maarten set the stage for the Caribbean’s largest sailing regatta — drawing over 100 boats from some 30 different countries. Alongside the competition, there are concerts (2025 names included soca queen Alison Hinds and reggae icons The Wailers), shore parties and bridge shows, where boats parade through the Simpson Bay Bridge to cheering crowds.

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Where To Stay

When

March 5–8, 2026

Where

Sint Maarten

Why Go

With blue skies, clear seas and steady trade winds, the waters off Sint Maarten set the stage for the Caribbean’s largest sailing regatta — drawing over 100 boats from some 30 different countries. Alongside the competition, there are concerts (2025 names included soca queen Alison Hinds and reggae icons The Wailers), shore parties and bridge shows, where boats parade through the Simpson Bay Bridge to cheering crowds.

Swimming pool in front of Cabana Beach Bar & Restaurant with palm trees under a blue sky.

Where To Stay

When

Jan 2–Feb 15, 2026

Where

Aruba

Why Go

One of the Caribbean’s most vibrant and anticipated events, Aruba’s Carnival transforms the island into a month-long spectacle of music, costumes and revelry. It kicks off in January with the Torch Parade and culminates with the symbolic burning of King Momo, the spirit of carnival, on the Sunday before Shrove Tuesday. Highlights include the fun-filled Children’s Parades, the illuminated nighttime Lighting Parade and the dazzling Grand Parades in San Nicholas and Oranjestad.

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Where To Stay

When

Jan 2–Feb 15, 2026

Where

Aruba

Why Go

One of the Caribbean’s most vibrant and anticipated events, Aruba’s Carnival transforms the island into a month-long spectacle of music, costumes and revelry. It kicks off in January with the Torch Parade and culminates with the symbolic burning of King Momo, the spirit of carnival, on the Sunday before Shrove Tuesday. Highlights include the fun-filled Children’s Parades, the nighttime Lighting Parade and the Grand Parades in San Nicholas and Oranjestad.

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Where To Stay

When

March 20–April 12, 2026

Where

Washington, D.C.

Why Go

For a few brief weeks each spring, Washington, D.C.’s cherry trees burst into beautiful pink blossoms. The most picturesque spots include the Tidal Basin, where hundreds of trees surround the water near the Jefferson Memorial, and the grounds of the Washington Monument, where clusters of Yoshino cherry trees create stunning photo-worthy backdrops. You can track the arriving blooms with the National Park Service’s bloom watch updates.

Where To Stay

When

March 20–April 12, 2026

Where

Washington, D.C.

Why Go

For a few brief weeks each spring, Washington, D.C.’s cherry trees burst into beautiful pink blossoms. The most picturesque spots include the Tidal Basin, where hundreds of trees surround the water near the Jefferson Memorial, and the grounds of the Washington Monument, where clusters of Yoshino cherry trees create stunning photo-worthy backdrops. You can track the arriving blooms with the National Park Service’s annual cherry blossom bloom watch updates.

Where To Stay

When

Feb 16, 2026

Where

Daytona Beach, Florida

Why Go

The legendary Daytona 500 kicks off the NASCAR season as drivers race 200 laps (500 miles) around the Daytona International Speedway track in a thrilling battle to the checkered flag. Considered the Super Bowl of stock car racing, the Daytona 500 is a test of endurance and speed, taking drivers over three hours to complete.

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Where To Stay

When

Feb 16, 2026

Where

Daytona Beach, Florida

Why Go

The legendary Daytona 500 kicks off the NASCAR season as drivers race 200 laps (500 miles) around the Daytona International Speedway track in a thrilling battle to the checkered flag. Considered the Super Bowl of stock car racing, the Daytona 500 is a test of endurance as well as speed, taking drivers over three hours to complete.

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Where To Stay

When

April 5, 2026

Where

Florence, Italy

Why Go

Literally meaning “the explosion of the cart,” Florence’s unique Easter Sunday tradition traces back to the 11th-century Crusades. Today, the centuries-old tradition involves pulling an antique wagon packed with pyrotechnics through the city by a pair of white oxen before being detonated by a mechanical dove at the end of Easter Mass in Piazza del Duomo.

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Where To Stay

When

April 5, 2026

Where

Florence, Italy

Why Go

Literally meaning “the explosion of the cart,” Florence’s unique Easter Sunday tradition traces back to the 11th-century Crusades. Today, the centuries-old tradition involves pulling an antique wagon packed with pyrotechnics through the city by a pair of white oxen before being detonated by a mechanical dove at the end of Easter Mass in Piazza del Duomo.

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Where To Stay

When

April 16–26, 2026

Where

San Antonio, Texas

Why Go

This colorful celebration of San Antonio’s history, culture, music and food includes a dizzying array of events. Some of the most loved festivities include the Fiesta Oyster Break, the illuminated Flambeau Parade, the floating Texas Cavalier River Parade and the keystone Battle of the Flowers Parade. Don’t forget to shout “show us your shoes” as the floats cruise by — and bring your own sash so you can pin fiesta medals to it.

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Where To Stay

When

April 16–26, 2026

Where

San Antonio, Texas

Why Go

This colorful celebration of San Antonio’s history, culture, music and food includes a dizzying array of events. Some of the most loved festivities include the Fiesta Oyster Break, the illuminated Flambeau Parade, the floating Texas Cavalier River Parade and the keystone Battle of the Flowers Parade. Don’t forget to shout “show us your shoes” as the floats cruise by — and bring your own sash so you can pin fiesta medals to it.

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Where To Stay

When

Jan 29–Feb 1, 2026

Where

Orlando, Florida

Why Go

Pro women golfers and sport and entertainment stars go head-to-head on the fairways of Lake Nona Golf & Country Club for the most entertaining date on the LPGA Tour calendar. This year's lineup will include qualified LPGA winners from the two previous seasons alongside a roster of celebrity players — all teeing off for a weekend of unforgettable moments.

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Where To Stay

When

Jan 29–Feb 1, 2026

Where

Orlando, Florida

Why Go

Pro women golfers and sport and entertainment stars go head-to-head on the fairways of Lake Nona Golf & Country Club for the most entertaining date on the LPGA Tour calendar. This year’s lineup includes Olympic gold medalist Lydia Ko of New Zealand, NBA legend Vince Carter and acclaimed actor Don Cheadle — all teeing off for a weekend of competitive play and unforgettable moments.

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Where To Stay

When

Feb 25–March 8, 2026

Where

Tahoe City, California

Why Go

On the northern shore of serene Lake Tahoe, this family-friendly festival celebrates the end of winter with ice cream-eating contests, milk jug curling and Polar Bear swims in the lake. Spectators can also enjoy ski races, ice sculpture competitions and the lively annual Street Faire party. Best of all, Snowfest gives back — raising an impressive $180,000 in 2025 to support local nonprofits, community projects and scholarships.

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Where To Stay

When

Feb 25–March 8, 2026

Where

Tahoe City, California

Why Go

On the northern shore of serene Lake Tahoe, this family-friendly festival celebrates the end of winter with ice cream-eating contests, milk jug curling and Polar Bear swims in the lake. Spectators can also enjoy ski races, ice sculpture competitions and the lively annual Street Faire party. Best of all, Snowfest gives back — raising an impressive $180,000 in 2025 to support local nonprofits, community projects and scholarships.

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January

Jan 2–Feb 15, 2026

Smiling woman in elaborate red feather and blue/gold carnival costume.

Aruba Carnival

Woman golfer in white patterned jacket mid-swing on golf course.

Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions

February

Feb 16, 2026

Colorful NASCAR race cars race on the Daytona track, with spectators in the stands.

Daytona 500

Outdoor Snowfest event with people drinking in the snow, set against a snowy mountain backdrop.

North Lake Tahoe Snowfest

May 23–June 8, 2025

Performing Arts, Entertainment, Stage, Performance

Spoleto Festival USA

Body of water, Mountainous landforms, Natural environment, Sky, Blue, Nature, Mountain

Nourish Whistler Wellness Series

March

March 5–8, 2026

Three sailboats race across choppy water with a bright, cloudy sky and sun.

St. Maarten Heineken Regatta

March 20–April 12, 2026

Washington Monument, pink cherry blossoms lining Tidal Basin under a blue sky.

National Cherry Blossom Festival

Tartan, Sock, Textile, Plaid, Black, Kilt, Knee

Inverness Highland Games

July 24–27, 2025

Luggage & bags, Fictional character, Pedestrian, Bag, Fun, Backpack

San Diego Comic-Con International

April

April 5, 2026

Fireworks erupt from a cart before the ornate Florence Duomo facade.

Scoppio del Carro

April 16–26, 2026

Fiesta San Antonio

JANUARY

Jan 2–Feb 15, 2026

Smiling woman in elaborate red feather and blue/gold carnival costume.

Aruba Carnival

Woman golfer in white patterned jacket mid-swing on golf course.

Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions

FEBRUARY

Feb 16, 2026

Colorful NASCAR race cars race on the Daytona track, with spectators in the stands.

Daytona 500

Outdoor Snowfest event with people drinking in the snow, set against a snowy mountain backdrop.

North Lake Tahoe Snowfest

May 23–June 8, 2025

Performing Arts, Entertainment, Stage, Performance

Spoleto Festival USA

Body of water, Mountainous landforms, Natural environment, Sky, Blue, Nature, Mountain

Nourish Whistler Wellness Series

MARCH

March 5–8, 2026

Three sailboats race across choppy water with a bright, cloudy sky and sun.

St. Maarten Heineken Regatta

March 20–April 12, 2026

Washington Monument, pink cherry blossoms lining Tidal Basin under a blue sky.

National Cherry Blossom Festival

Tartan, Sock, Textile, Plaid, Black, Kilt, Knee

Inverness Highland Games

July 24–27, 2025

Luggage & bags, Fictional character, Pedestrian, Bag, Fun, Backpack

San Diego Comic-Con International

APRIL

April 5, 2026

Fireworks erupt from a cart before the ornate Florence Duomo facade.

Scoppio del Carro

April 16–26, 2026

Fiesta San Antonio

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