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Various Cities, India (Holika Dahan)
India★ 4

Various Cities, India (Holika Dahan)

Holika Dahan is a bonfire night marking the victory of good over evil, celebrated on the night before Holi in March. The festival features bonfire rituals, singing, dancing, and prasad distribution in communities with local-level infrastructure.

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Kurama, Japan (Fire Festival)
Japan★ 6

Kurama, Japan (Fire Festival)

The Kurama Fire Festival on October 22 features a giant torch parade in mountainous terrain, showcasing a vibrant and ancient tradition with moderate event facilities.

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New Orleans, USA (River Bonfires)
United States★ 3

New Orleans, USA (River Bonfires)

Christmas Eve in New Orleans features Mississippi River bonfires, creating a distinctive holiday tradition with moderate community infrastructure.

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Norway (Midsummer)
Norway★ 3

Norway (Midsummer)

Midsummer celebrations in Norway coincide with the midnight sun and feature beach bonfires and white night festivities on June 23. Infrastructure is community-based with a festive atmosphere.

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Ottery St Mary, England (Tar Barrels)
United Kingdom★ 7

Ottery St Mary, England (Tar Barrels)

During the Tar Barrels festival, flaming tar barrels are carried through the streets in a thrilling and historic event. Taking place on November 5, this festival features barrel running and street fires with basic infrastructure.

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Chile (Winter Solstice)
Chile★ 3

Chile (Winter Solstice)

The Mapuche people celebrate the winter solstice with indigenous fire ceremonies on June 21, focusing on spiritual renewal and connection with nature. Festival infrastructure is basic.

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Tultepec, Mexico (Festival of Pyrotechnics)
Mexico★ 6

Tultepec, Mexico (Festival of Pyrotechnics)

Known as the fireworks capital, Tultepec hosts a spectacular Festival of Pyrotechnics from March 8-15 featuring firework competitions, towering castillos, and bull runs with fireworks (toritos). It is a local festival with moderate infrastructure.

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Various Cities, Iran (Chaharshanbe Suri)
Iran★ 4

Various Cities, Iran (Chaharshanbe Suri)

Chaharshanbe Suri is a pre-Islamic fire jumping festival held on the last Wednesday before Nowruz (March). Participants jump over bonfires for purification amidst fireworks and street celebrations. The event is a communal experience spread across many cities with basic infrastructure.

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