festivals and celebrations

10 Apr 2025

Easter

Easter is a very important festival for most Christians, and for many other people it's a time to celebrate the arrival of spring, and of course eat chocolate eggs! 

10 Mar 2025

Holi

What do you know about Holi? Read the article to find out about this very colourful festival, celebrated by Hindus all over the world.

21 Oct 2024

Halloween

October 31 is Halloween and it's celebrated in many countries around the world. What are the origins of this spooky day and how do people celebrate today? Read the article and find out.

13 Mar 2024

Nowruz

Nowruz is the Persian New Year celebration. It takes place in the spring. Read this article and find out how people celebrate this important day.

16 Jan 2015

Live music

What's it like to be at one of Britain's many summer music festivals? Amandeep hangs around backstage with band British Sea Power, experiences festival life first-hand, and talks to festival goers about what it's like for them.

02 Apr 2013

Music

There are so many ways to discover, buy and listen to music. What's the best way? Read more to find out about the exciting music culture in the UK!

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