Festivals & events

38 celebrations through the year — pick a day to see what's on.

• New Year's Day (1 January · All regions · National) — National public holiday marking the start of the new year with celebrations across all of Fiji.
• Fiji Day (10 October · All regions · National) — National public holiday celebrating Fiji's independence with parades, cultural performances, and festivities nationwide.
• Bula Festival (All August · Nadi · Western Division) — One of Fiji's largest festivals featuring float parades, live music, traditional performances, and cultural celebrations in the heart of Na…
• Holi Festival of Colours (All March · All regions · Central Division) — Hindu festival celebrated across Fiji where people throw colored powder and water, celebrated particularly in Indo-Fijian communities.
• Easter (All April · All regions · National) — Christian holiday observed as a public holiday in Fiji with church services and family gatherings throughout the islands.
• Prophet Muhammad's Birthday (Mawlid) (All September · All regions · Central Division) — Islamic religious observance celebrated by Muslim communities across Fiji with prayers and gatherings.
• Diwali Festival of Lights (All November · All regions · Central Division) — Hindu festival of lights celebrated with fireworks, lanterns, and family gatherings, particularly vibrant in Indo-Fijian communities.
• Christmas Day (25 December · All regions · National) — Major Christian holiday observed nationwide with church services, family celebrations, and festive decorations across all regions.
• Boxing Day (26 December · All regions · National) — Public holiday following Christmas, celebrated with sporting events, family outings, and community activities.
• Suva City Festival (All September · Suva · Central Division) — Annual festival celebrating Suva's culture with street parades, live performances, food stalls, and cultural exhibitions.
• Labasa Festival (All August · Labasa · Northern Division) — Regional celebration in Labasa featuring cultural shows, local cuisine, and community festivities showcasing northern Fijian culture.
• Ratu Sukuna Day (30 May · All regions · National) — Public holiday honoring the revered Fijian chief and statesman Ratu Sukuna with cultural events and ceremonies.
• Hibiscus Festival (All August · Levuka · Eastern Division) — Festival celebrating Fiji's national flower with beauty pageants, cultural performances, and festivities in the Levuka region.
• Savusavu Regatta (All July · Savusavu · Northern Division) — Traditional boat racing event in Savusavu combining maritime heritage with community celebrations and water sports.
• Pacific Festival of Arts (All July · Suva · Central Division) — Major regional arts festival showcasing Pacific Island cultures through music, dance, crafts, and traditional performances held occasionall…
• Banasutva Festival (All September · Ba · Western Division) — Community festival in the western region celebrating local traditions, foods, and cultural heritage with traditional performances.
• Lautoka Flower Festival (All November · Lautoka · Western Division) — Festival celebrating Lautoka's sugar and agricultural heritage with flower displays, parades, cultural shows, and local entertainment.
• Youth Day (12 November · All regions · National) — Public holiday celebrating Fiji's youth with sports events, educational activities, and community programs nationwide.
• National Day of Prayer (5 April · All regions · National) — Public holiday dedicated to prayer and spiritual reflection across Fiji's diverse religious communities.
• Coral Coast Festival (All June · Sigatoka · Central Division) — Celebration of the Coral Coast region featuring water sports, traditional performances, and cultural exhibitions.
• Navala Food Festival (All October · Navala · Central Division) — Festival celebrating traditional Fijian cuisine and cooking methods with food stalls, cultural performances, and culinary demonstrations.
• Ovalau Festival (All September · Levuka · Eastern Division) — Regional festival celebrating the historic island of Ovalau with cultural shows, traditional crafts, and community gatherings.
• Namosi Agricultural Festival (All May · Namosi · Central Division) — Festival celebrating rural agriculture and village life with traditional foods, farming demonstrations, and cultural performances.
• Vunisea Sea Festival (All July · Vunisea · Eastern Division) — Festival celebrating maritime heritage and fishing traditions in the eastern islands with boat races and seafood celebrations.
• Kadavu Turtle Festival (All June · Kadavu · Eastern Division) — Festival dedicated to marine conservation and Kadavu's unique sea turtle populations with educational activities and cultural performances.
• Vanua Levu Harvest Festival (All March · Labasa · Vanua Levu) — Agricultural celebration showcasing the northern island's harvest with traditional foods, farming displays, and cultural entertainment.
• Taveuni Waterfall Festival (All April · Taveuni · Northern Division) — Festival celebrating Taveuni's natural beauty and waterfalls with eco-tourism activities, cultural shows, and outdoor adventures.
• Rewa River Festival (All August · Nausori · Central Division) — Festival celebrating Fiji's longest river with traditional boat races, cultural performances, and river-based activities.
• Western Music Festival (All June · Nadi · Western Division) — Celebration of contemporary and traditional Fijian music with live performances by local and regional artists in Nadi.
• Suva Live Music Festival (All October · Suva · Central Division) — Annual showcase of live music featuring local and international artists performing across multiple venues in Fiji's capital.
• Colo-i-Suva Forest Festival (All July · Colo-i-Suva · Central Division) — Environmental and cultural festival celebrating the rainforest with nature walks, indigenous performances, and conservation awareness.
• Tavua Gold Festival (All May · Tavua · Western Division) — Festival celebrating the region's gold mining heritage with exhibitions, cultural performances, and community celebrations.
• Rakiraki Sugarcane Festival (All September · Rakiraki · Western Division) — Festival celebrating the important sugarcane industry with displays of agricultural practices, traditional demonstrations, and food.
• Yasawa Islands Festival (All February · Yasawa · Western Division) — Festival celebrating the unique culture and natural beauty of the Yasawa Islands chain with traditional performances and island activities.
• Lomaiviti Cultural Festival (All March · Levuka · Eastern Division) — Festival showcasing the traditions of the Lomaiviti island group with traditional dances, crafts, and cultural ceremonies.
• Koro Sea Fishing Festival (All November · Koro · Central Division) — Festival celebrating traditional fishing methods and maritime culture with boat races, seafood feasts, and fishing competitions.
• Indo-Fijian Heritage Month (All May · All regions · Central Division) — Month-long celebration of Indo-Fijian contributions to Fijian society with cultural performances, exhibitions, and community events.
• Fiji Cuture Fair (All January · Suva · Central Division) — Annual showcase of traditional crafts, arts, music, and cultural displays representing all regions of Fiji.