December 21

Advent marks a period of eager anticipation and preparation for Christmas, which celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.

The festival of lights — a time for family, delicious eats, and stories that remind of hope's enduring glow in the darkest times.

Invigorating elixirs — they bestow a surge of vitality, fueling resilience and awakening the spirit with their electrifying potency.

Large covered Christmas market in Arlon's centre on 13-15 and 20-22 December.

It's the festive elixir that brings a warm embrace to your taste buds with every sip.

From its origins in southern Italy to making its way in the United States in the early 1900s, pizza has a rich and robust history that has made it a dish tha…

Belgium's oldest Christmas market, chalets, ice rink and big wheel across central Liège.

Brugge's signature winter festival with stylish Christmas markets on Markt and Simon Stevinplein, an ice rink, light shows and a new winter legend, now exten…

Brussels' flagship end-of-year festival with around 200 chalets, a big wheel, ice rink and light shows stretching from the Grand-Place to the Vismet quarter.

Zagreb Advent is a magical celebration that transforms Croatia's capital into a winter wonderland.

Kerstmarkt op twee weekends (12-14 en 19-21 december) met kraampjes en winterse sfeer in het centrum.

Ruim 50 chalets op Place de la Digue en Place Verte met een half-overdekte ijspiste van 700 m2.

Kerstmarkt met chalets, animatie en kerstsfeer in het hart van de Waalse hoofdstad.

Een zeventigtal houten chalets op de Place d'Armes en Place de l'Ange met ambachtelijke streekproducten en geschenken.

Kerstmarkt met houten chalets, cadeau- en eetwaren en een glinsterende schaatsbaan in het hart van Mons.

Kerstdorp met schaatsbaan, Alpijnse skichalets, foodstands en een ijspad op de Place Verte en Place de la Digue.

Yule is a time of joy and reflection.

We all recognize tourism when we see it.

Armagnac is a bold French brandy with a long-standing reputation for flavor and craftsmanship.

Crispy, golden-brown and delicious!

Passing along the fun surprises we can't use — it's recycling with a sprinkle of unexpected joy.

A free 3,5 km light-experience trail with ten installations that wrap medieval Bruges in winter glow, alongside ice skating and Christmas markets.

​The winter solstice marks a unique point in Earth's journey around the sun.

A fascinating game that started in North America and has grown over the years to be a major sensation, basketball is actually a simple sport that is played a…

Slow the pace of life for a time and focus on yourself.

World Snowboard Day is a global celebration of snowboarding, inviting people of all ages and skill levels to experience the thrill of gliding down snowy slopes.

While most people are at home opening presents, emergency workers are on duty, ensuring the safety of their communities over the holidays.

Artes Mundi is an exciting event that brings the world of contemporary art to life in Cardiff, Wales.

For some folks, it seems like every year of getting together for the holidays is the same.

Embracing crisp air, crunching snow underfoot, a Winter stroll invigorates, revealing nature's serene beauty amid stillness.

While most of us probably aren’t familiar with the term ‘Pulses’, we’ve all enjoyed these tasty parts of our diet.

Kerstdorp op de Grand-Place, Marche aux Herbes en Place Leopold met chalets, cadeaus en streekproducten.

Delicately spun sugar strands that swirl with vibrant colors, this sweet treat captures the whimsy of childhood in its intricate design.

Christmas Bird Count Week is exciting for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Honoring Paul Kelly's festive ballad, celebrating familial bonds and memories, adds a melodic touch to Christmas traditions.

Seeing the sun even on the cloudiest day, finding silver linings when life throws lemons - that's the spirit that keeps us going.

National Maine Day invites everyone to explore Maine's beauty and heritage!

Get lost in worlds within words — create characters, weave plots, and inspire imaginations.

Unfurling your sheets and leaving your covers a mess might just give you the relaxation you didn't know you needed.

Have a good old grumble to destress and channel your inner scrooge by reading a Dickens novel or donning a top hat and cane.

Getting hyped and cheering for those iconic, menacing metal menaces from another galaxy who always keep the Doctor on their toes.

Providing wool for cozy clothing, these quirky creatures, with their goofy grins and long lashes, are the best animals to take a selfie with!

Solving those mind-teasers, they're like brain workouts that offer a fun challenge, keeping the mental gears oiled and gears turning.

Flashlights, as they are known as in the United States, have been a fundamental way to help us see the paths that we walk in the pitch black night.

National Homeless Persons' Remembrance Day is about real people with real lives.

Embracing the beauty and strength within petite frames, these remarkable women bring a unique perspective and inspire others through their resilience and grace.

Phileas Fogg Win a Wager Day celebrates the moment Phileas Fogg completed his thrilling adventure around the world.

Saturnalia, celebrated from December 17 to 23, is a vibrant festival from ancient Rome.

Cooperatives, quotes United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, "are a reminder to the international community that it is possible to persue both economic…

Celebrating food is a typically human activity, so what better way to do so than with the International Year of Family Farming?

The Year of Soils is a concept initiated by Thailand to raise awareness of the importance of managing the earth’s soil reserves in a sustainable manner.

Water is a basic, fundamental resource for social, economic and human health & development.

When you think of a princess, images of elegance, courage, and kindness come to mind.

With the theme of ‘December Giving Makes Us Human’, this month is set aside to recognize citizens who go above and beyond to meet the unmet needs of society,…

Mapping out a roadmap for a venture, sketching the blueprint that transforms innovative ideas into thriving businesses, step by step.

National Impaired Prevention Month, held in December, brings attention to the dangers of driving under the influence.

Ensuring that your favorite eateries follow top-notch protocols behind the scenes for everyone's well-being and satisfaction.

Our eyes are the windows to the world, and it's essential to cherish them.

They say, “To learn a new language is to gain a second soul.” That idea fuels the spirit of Learn a Foreign Language Month.

December highlights our feline friends with National Cat Lovers' Month, a time when cat enthusiasts celebrate and deepen their bond with their pets.

Helping furry friends in need, giving a paw up to shelters, and being a voice for those who can't speak for themselves.

Safe Toys and Gifts Month is crucial for highlighting the importance of choosing appropriate and safe gifts for children.

Supporting bowel cancer research through facial hair growth, spreading awareness, and fostering solidarity in the community.

Pears have been around for over 4000 years coming from the Caucasus and spread over from Asia and Europe to North America.

Spiritual Literacy Month invites everyone to explore spirituality through reading.

Spicing up outfits with those sleek, fabric accessories that effortlessly add a dash of personality and professionalism.

Throughout history there have been instances of wanton cruelty, and a blatant violation of the rights and privileges of mankind.