National and International Events in June 2017

Vacations, fun, adventure, food, family getaways – these are only some of the words that occupy your mind with the onset of June. Well, we clue you in to some of the most happening events and festivals taking place in India and abroad in the month of June. If you plan your vacation right, you just might catch them in time!

Ganga Dusserah

When: June 3, 2017
Where: Varanasi

Flock to the banks of Ganga, India’s holy river, for Ganga Dusserah to celebrate its descent from heaven to Earth. While the celebrations take place across all major ghats, including Allahabad, Garhmukteshwar, Haridwar and Rishikesh, the most elaborate fair takes place at Varanasi. Gear up for a magical spectacle as thousands of lamps light up the mighty ghats and the atmosphere comes alive with music and festive fervour.

Saga Dawa

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When: June 9, 2017
Where: Tibet

Join the procession of Buddhist monks as they celebrate the day when Sakyamuni (Buddha) attained enlightenment. The largest and most important Tibetan festival sees thousands of people walk up to the ‘Tarboche Flagpole' located near Kailash, which is brought down and a new pole is elected to mark the Saga Dawa celebrations. People demonstrate their faith in the divine power of Buddha by attaching prayer flags to the pole.

SummerFest USA 2017

When: June 28 – July 2 2017Where: Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Where: Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

11 days, 11 stages, over 800 acts and 1000s of performances. SummerFest USA is the world’s largest music festival, which witnesses participation from millions of people across the world. Catch live action and pulsating music as world-renowned artists take centerstage. This year’s line-up includes Red Hot Chili Peppers, Luke Bryan, Paul Simon, Zac Brown Band, Pink and The Chainsmokers, amongst others.

Shimla Summer Festival

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When: June 2017
Where: Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

Experience a riot of cultural and artistic extravaganza at the Shimla Summer Festival, which showcases the local flavours of Himachal in their full glory and brings together performers across the country under a single umbrella. Shimla Summer Festival is that time of the year when a walk across the famous Mall Road simply leaves you craving for more because of its magnificent pomp and show.

Rath Yatra

When: June 25, 2017
Where: Puri, Odisha

Immerse yourself in the spiritual aura of holy chants as you join the procession of Lord Jagannath (Lord Krishna) during the Rath Yatra held in Orissa every year. As the highly embellished and colorful chariots of Lord Jagannath, his sister Goddess Subhadra and his elder brother Lord Balabhadra emerge from the temple, thousands of devotees join the convoy to seek blessings of the almighty. The splendour, energy and charisma of the festival transcends religious boundaries, and turns the event into a celebration of faith for everyone taking part in it.

Champakulam Boat Race

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When: 26 June, 2017
Where: Kerela

Also known as the Snake Race, the Champakulam Boat Race is one of the oldest water sports in the category. Organised every year on the River Pamba, it is contested by young, enthusiastic and trained boat riders who move their paddles in a well-coordinated and rhythmic manner to make it to the finishing line. People teem along the banks of the river to enjoy this exciting and soul-stirring race.

Women’s Cricket World Cup

When: June 24 – July 23 2017
Where: England

Gear up for some sporty action as eight international teams buckle-up for the Women’s Cricket World to be held in England. The One-Day Internationals will be played on the homegrounds of Derbyshire, Gloucestershire, Leicestershire, Lord's and Somerset. The qualifying teams this year are Australia, England, New Zealand, West Indies, India, South Africa, Sri Lanka and Pakistan.

FIFA Confederations Cup

Where: Russia
When: 17 June – 2 July 2017

The much awaited soccer series – the FIFA Confederations Cup – is around the corner, and this time it’s destination Russia! The matches will be played across four Russian stadiums including St. Petersburg, Moscow, Kazan and Sochi. The host team will be joined by seven other teams for the tournament. So up your soccer game and schedule your calendar for a sporty getaway to Russia.

Events in June 2017 – Plan Your Holiday Around These!