RSSRenowned for its picturesque location and tropical setting, Fiji is equally known for the amiable residents. Any visitor who travels to Fiji can find himself amidst celebrations throughout the year. Fiji is the home to a vast variety of festivals which, at times, last for about a week. But the most popular of these Fijian festivals are Hibiscus festival and Bula Festival.
Explore more about Fijian festivals.
Bula Fiji festival
Held in Nadi, the Bula Fiji festivals falls during mid July and is celebrated ever year. This unique and exciting festival entices the visitors the same kind of thrill and merriment that the locals feels. The parade held during this festival is the event highlight. The event also chooses a damsel who is crowned as Miss Bula. The locals are dressed in their traditional attire and engage themselves in their customary singing and dancing.
Hibiscus festival
The Fiji Hibiscus Festival is among the leading festivals celebrated in Fiji as well as the Pacific region. The event features traditional and contemporary dances, Pacific arts & craft, sports and many fun and exciting activities. Beautiful women from across the region participate in the event to grab the much desirable Miss Hibiscus title.
Outrigger International Competition
Fiji is the home to numerous sports festivals also. Outrigger International Competition is one such event which offers a chance for people across the world to participate and enjoy the event. A very scenic event, it is held in Nadi Bay during April every year. Other sports events like marathon are also held as part of this festival.
Sugar Festival
Sugar festival of Fiji is an event which is held during every September in the city of Lautoka. People describe Lautoka as the sugar city. It is a weeklong festival.
Honouring The Founder Of Modern Fiji
Various historical events are held in Fiji as tribute to founders, explorers or to people who have made significant contributions for the development of the island. One of the most prominent among them is the one where Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna is honoured.
Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna is the father of modern Fiji. The celebrations commence from last Monday in the month of May every year to commemorate his death and continue throughout the week.
The celebrations are wrapped off with the Fijian President addressing the people as he enters the parliament grounds with the residents for polishing the founder’s statue. This historical celebration is marked by recognition, respect, and the upholding of the rights of all ethnic groups who call Fiji Islands their home.
World Music Festival
World Music festival was held in Fiji for the first ever time in 2006. The event is held annually in Suva in June. The World Music festival is an opportunity for various international as well as local bands to showcase their talents. You can enjoy the local Fijian music, tribal music and reggae along with several other types of music at the event. The main characteristic of the event is the deploying of customary musical instruments log drum.
Other Fijian Festivals
Prominent festivals in Fiji includes:
• Friendly North Festival celebrated in Labasa in September
• Coral Coast Festival celebrated in Sigatoka in September
• Fiji Day which falls on Oct 10
• Diwali in October/November
• Christmas on December 25
• Boxing Day on December 26
The vibrant and colourful festivals of Fiji are indeed real sources of pure pleasure and energy. Anyone who loves music should ideally be part of these festivals to relish the essence of pure music.
