USA Events (April 2009 – July 2009)
Bell Lexus Copperstate 1000
Tempe, Arizona
April 4-8
More than 70 of the finest vintage motorcars cruise through 1,000 miles of Arizona’s red desert terrain. The nostalgia of old-fashioned days on Route 66 is all around.
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Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
San Francisco, California
April 11-19
San Francisco welcomes springtime and Cherry Blossom season with a celebration of the area’s Japanese heritage through singing, dancing, martial arts and a spectacular parade.
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Fiesta San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
April 16-26
More than 100 events set the stage for a Texas-sized celebration of San Antonio’s diverse culture, history and heritage. Festivities mark the 118th anniversary of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto.
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Iowa Wine Trail Wine & Food Weekend
Upper Mississippi Valley Region, Iowa
April 25-26
Travel the rolling hills of northeast Iowa and sample award-winning wines with unique food pairings.
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Kinetic Sculpture Race
Baltimore, Maryland
May 2
A race of wacky, imaginative and completely human-powered works of art designed to travel on land, through mud and over deep harbor waters makes for an exciting way to spend the day.
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The Atlanta Jazz Festival
Atlanta, Georgia
May 1-31
The 31-day schedule of events brings more than 100 of the best jazz performers to Atlanta. The Festival features local and national jazz greats, a neighborhood jazz series and a youth jazz band competition.
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BMW Charity Pro-Am
Greer, South Carolina
May 11-17
With a $700,000 purse, the golfing at this charity tournament is top-notch.
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17th Annual World Fire Knife Competition
Honolulu, Hawaii
May 14-16
The stunning skills of fire knife dancers will keep spectators on the edge of their seats as performers mix superb coordination and bravery with bare skin, sharpened knives and flames.
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Beach Music Weekend
Virginia Beach, Virginia
May 14-17
Kick off your shoes and dance the weekend away as Virginia Beach boasts free, live entertainment and a 20-foot jukebox in the sand. The classic beach tunes are irresistible!
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The Art Institute of Chicago’s Modern Wing Opening
Chicago, Illinois
May 16
This world-class art museum, home to paintings from Claude Monet to Edward Hopper, opens the doors to its largest expansion in history, adding 16,000 square feet (1,780 square meters) of gallery space.
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The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair
Devon, Pennsylvania
May 21-30
The country’s oldest and largest event of its kind features equestrian contests, exhibitions and an old-fashioned fair.
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Red Earth Native American Cultural Festival
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
June 5-July 7
American Indian artists from across the nation showcase jewelry, rugs, pottery and more. Find the story behind each artist’s work and watch dance competitions and unique cultural demonstrations.
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Portland Rose Festival’s Grand Floral Parade,
Portland, Oregon
June 6
The spectacle of the Grand Floral Parade highlights the best of Portland’s Rose Festival, showcasing high-stepping marching bands and numerous floats decorated with 100 percent floral and organic materials.
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31st Annual Museum Mile
New York City, New York
June 9
Visit nine of New York City's finest cultural institutions open free to the public. In addition, several of the participating museums will offer outdoor art activities for children.
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2009 Parade the Circle
Cleveland, Ohio
June 13
International and national artists join in a spectacular display of bright costumes, giant puppets, stilt dancers, handmade masks and colorful floats. Activities, entertainment and food are included.
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Laconia Motorcycle Week
Laconia, New Hampshire
June 13-21
Thousands of biker enthusiasts are revving up for the 86th Laconia Motorcycle Week, the nation’s oldest motorcycle rally.
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9th Annual "Vertical Challenge" Helicopter Air Show
San Carlos, California
June 20
Watch the impressive skills and tricks of helicopter pilots and admire their mastery of the skies. Helicopter tours are also available.
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Butch Cassidy Days
Laramie, Wyoming
June 26-28
Come experience the old west and see where Butch Cassidy, the outlaw who inspired the legendary western film, was imprisoned. There will be food, games, entertainment and music!
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13th Annual Mount Magazine International Butterfly Festival
Fort Smith, Arkansas
June 26-27
Butterflies of all kinds flock to Mount Magazine, lured by its unique climate and habitat. The prime butterfly season inspires local entertainment, an arts and craft fair, a photo contest and lots of great food!
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Cranberry Blossom Bog Tour
Wareham, Massachusetts
June 27
Tour the largest cranberry operation in the world during the height of blossom season! An experienced cranberry grower will teach you all you need to know about growing top-notch cranberries.
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7th Annual United Caribbean Heritage Festival of Palm Coast
Flagler County, Florida
June 27-28
Enjoy the best of Caribbean-American rhythms and dances, arts and crafts, painters, exhibits, kiddy rides and the flavors and aromas of international cuisine.
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Seafair 2009
Seattle, Washington
June 27-August 2
Seattle’s largest summer festival offers hydroplane races, the popular Blue Angels air show, parades, boating, milk carton races and much more!
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Music City 4th of July Spectacular
Nashville, Tennessee
July 4
If there's one thing Nashville knows how to do, it's to throw a good party. Prepare for a day filled with entertainment and an evening of incredible fireworks accompanied by the Nashville Symphony.
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North American Indian Days
Browning, Montana
July 8-12
Visit one of the largest tribal gatherings in North America for an intriguing way to see authentic American Indian tradition. Watch traditional drumming and dancing contests, a parade, games and a fun run.
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Cats Incredible Catfish Days
Grand Forks, North Dakota
July 31-August 2
Viewed as one of the best catfishing tournaments in the country, contestants from all over will compete for the top trophy. There is also a chili cook-off, games for kids and live entertainment.
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