New Year's Day
A lot of countries have a New Year's celebration. In Argentina, it falls on January 1-- Ano Nuevo. It is commonly celebrated by a late dinner with family and friends and midnight fireworks. There are several traditions during this holiday, such as eating beans on New Year's will either help you keep your current job or obtain a better one. On New Year's Day, many locals and visitors in Argentina go swimming in public pools, rivers and lakes.
Carnival
The Carnival, otherwise known as Gualeguaychu Carnival, is one of the biggest carnivals in Argentina. During this festival groups of citizens and visitors (called comparsas) dance in the street in colorful outfits. Street musicians band together and form giant parades down the streets. Food, drinks and family activities are available, with lots of entertainment, people-watching and dancing. It takes place in Entre Rios between January and February. This Carnival is considered to be the second best Carnival in the world (Rio de Janiero is the first).
OktoberFest
OktoberFest isn't only for the Germans. In Argentina, OktoberFest has taken place since 1964 to celebrate the German culture and beer. The festival takes place at Villa General Belgrano, Cordova, over the span of five days. It brings in locals and visitors from all over the world, and is acclaimed as the third most important Oktoberfest site after Munich and Blumenau in Brazil, according to Just Argentina.
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Lauren Wise has more than eight years' experience as a writer, editor, copywriter and columnist. She specializes in food, wine, music and pop culture. Her writing has appeared in various magazines, including "Runway," "A2Z," "Scottsdale Luxury Living" and "True West." Wise holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Arizona State University.
