Events in April 2026
11 events
Seasonal Cherry Blossom Season in South Korea 2026
Experience South Korea's stunning cherry blossom season from April 1-21, 2026. Discover the best spots in Jinhae, Yeouido, and Gyeongju for unforgettable spring blooms.
Religious Dajia Mazu Pilgrimage 2026: Taiwan's Greatest Religious Procession
The 2026 Dajia Mazu Pilgrimage begins April 1 — a nine-day, 340km walking procession that draws millions of devotees across central Taiwan in honor of the sea goddess Mazu.
Cultural Qingming Festival 2026: China's Tomb-Sweeping Holiday
China's 3-day Qingming holiday (Apr 4-6, 2026) blends ancestor veneration with spring outings. What travelers should know before visiting.
Religious A-Ma Festival 2026: Inside Macau's Ancient Temple Celebration
A-Ma Festival 2026 in Macau — incense smoke, lion dances, and Cantonese opera at the 16th-century A-Ma Temple on April 12. What to expect.
Festival Songkran 2026: Thailand's Epic Water Festival and New Year Celebration
Songkran 2026 runs April 13-15 — Thailand's legendary water festival marks the Thai New Year with massive water fights, temple visits, and cultural traditions across the country.
Religious Galungan 2026: Bali's Most Sacred Hindu Celebration
Galungan falls on April 15, 2026, marking the start of Bali's most important 10-day Hindu festival celebrating the triumph of dharma over adharma, with elaborate penjor decorations and temple ceremonies across the island.
Festival Canton Fair 2026: A First-Timer's Guide to Guangzhou's Three-Week Trade Marathon
Every April, the Canton Fair transforms Guangzhou into the world's largest trade hub. Here's how to navigate three phases, find hotels, and eat well.
Sports Hong Kong Rugby Sevens 2026: 50 Years of the World's Greatest Party
The Hong Kong Rugby Sevens turns 50 in April 2026 — three days of elite rugby, outrageous costumes, and stadium energy unlike anything else.
Cultural Hung Kings Temple Festival 2026: Vietnam's Sacred Pilgrimage to Phú Thọ
Vietnam's holiest national holiday: the Hung Kings Festival at Phú Thọ draws millions to ancient temple processions and UNESCO-listed Xoan singing.
Cultural Bali Spirit Festival 2026: Yoga, Dance, and Five Days in Ubud
Five days of yoga, dance, and healing sessions in Ubud. What the Bali Spirit Festival actually looks like — and what to know before you go.
Holiday Golden Week 2026: Navigating Japan's Biggest Holiday Season
Japan's Golden Week runs from April 29 to May 6, 2026 — a cluster of national holidays that transforms the country into peak travel mode. Here's how to make the most of it.