Why let the festivities end with New Year's? After the holiday season there are plenty more festivals in January that are worth a trip. Instead of suffering through this typically bleak month, why not plan a trip around your hobbies? Some of the best festivals in January are focused on food, music, and film. Whatever you're interested in, you can find a festival to match during the month of January.
1. Golden Globe Awards
Looking for an excuse to travel to
Los Angeles? The Golden Glove Awards take place every January, bringing together the hottest actors and celebrities all in one place. Film buffs can plan a trip around this event and attend the red carpet and maybe even an after party or two.
2. International Snow Sculpture Championships
Some travelers choose to run away from the snow in January, while others celebrate the season. Plan a trip to
Breckenridge, Colorado and you can attend the family-friendly International Snow Sculpture Championships. It's incredible to see what these professionals can craft from snow.
3. Key West Race Week
If you need to escape the cold weather during January, head south to the Florida Keys for Key West Race Week. This event includes boat races and a variety of other entertainment.
Key West is also known for its great nightlife, so be prepared for entertainment day and night.
4. North American International Auto Show
If you love cars, one of the best festivals in January is without a doubt the North American International Auto Show. Held in
Detroit every year, this is a chance for car enthusiasts to get together and see the latest developments in the industry at a major convention.
5. Southeastern Flower Show
Not all January events have to be centered around snow and winter weather. Travelers seeking an alternative should check out the Southeastern Flower Show held every year in
Atlanta. The variety of flowers and colors is sure to brighten up your January.
6. Sundance Film Festival
The hottest film festival of the year takes place in January in
Park City, Utah. Over the years the
Sundance Film Festival has established a reputation for attracting the biggest stars and showing premieres of the year's most critically-acclaimed independent films. Be sure to make your vacation rental reservations in advance for this popular event.
7. Lowcountry Oyster Festival
During January, sometimes you need a flash back to the summer. There's no better way to achieve this than with the tastes and smells of summer. Plan a trip to the Lowcountry Oyster Festival in
Mont Pleasant, South Carolina and that is exactly what you will experience.
8. Great Alaska Beer & Barley Wine Festival
Who says that summer is the best time to visit Alaska? During January, the Great Alaska Beer & Barley Wine Festival comes to
Anchorage, providing a great excuse to head north and explore this beautiful city.
9. New York Guitar Festival
Music enthusiasts might be tired of the same old performance festivals. One of the best festivals in January is the New York Guitar Festival, which not only features concerts, but also offers the opportunity to learn more about guitars.
New York has one of the best concentration of guitar stores in the country, and this is highlighted even further during the festival.
10. NFL Super Bowl
The Super Bowl is a great time to travel. Whether you decide to travel to the city hosting the game or one of the cities with teams playing in the big game, it can be incredibly fun to find a popular bar and celebrate with the locals. 2012 rentals for the Big Game can be found in
Indianapolis.
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