festivals

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The masquerade’s origins lie in Greek religion and Roman festivals.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

“I have traveled to festivals all over the world in the last few years. I don’t know that I can define why freedom is failing, but I see that it is — everywhere.”

From Salon • May 22, 2026

Following their Glastonbury appearance, the band was dropped from a number of festivals and performances including Radar Festival, Kave Fest, and a US tour after their visas were revoked.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

“My primos just went to one of the most prestigious festivals in Monaco and they won first place. I wanna be like my cousins and do what they’re doing.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

I built a fine ship for her and we sailed to Lannisport and Oldtown for festivals and fairs, and oime even to Braavos, where I borrowed heavily from the moneylenders.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin