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Morocco Festivals A Constant Temptation To The Visitors

Knowing when to be in Morocco is part of the fun of booking your trip. There are various Muslim and national festivals held throughout the year. That is why travelers make sure to book tickets so that they can be a part of these festivities. The festivals are built on the lunar calendar so you might have to consult with the Morocco tourism board before planning a trip.
January bags two festivals: New Year’s Day and Independence Day. New Year is celebrated identically as the rest of the world.

February is the celebration of Tafraoute and Aid Al Adha. Tafraoute celebrates the culmination of the winter rains mostly found in the lower raises of Morocco. Aid Al Adha or Aid el-Kebir is a memorial festival of Abraham's sacrifice.

The month of March and April incorporate 4 celebrations including Beni Mellal, FatihMouharam, Ashura, and Aid el Arch. Beni Mellalrejoices the cotton harvest. FatihMouharam is for the Islamic New Year celebration. Aid el Arch is a celebration to honor of King Mohammed VI.

May brings the festival of Moulay Bousselham, Berkane, El Kelia des Mgouna, Labor Day, Id el Mouloud, and Ben AissaMoussem festivals. Many foreigners like to enjoy all these festivals.

June is a musical month that celebrates Independence Day, Goulimine, Tan Tan and Gnaoua Festival. You can book a trip from Marrakesh to Fez via Sahara as the Music Festival is held in Fez.

July and August festivals include Marrakesh Popular Arts Festival, Tetouan, Sefrou Cherry Harvest, Al Hoceima Sea Harvest, and Celebration of the Throne.

Chechaouen and Moulay IdrissZerhoun host their Mouseem Festivals in September. After that, there is Ramadan in November, Hajj Day in December. There are various other small festivals that keep the people of Morocco busy and delightful throughout the year.