Until Sun 25 Jan 2009in Detroit
As home to the headquarters of car manufacturer Ford, Detroit is very much a city whose identity is connected to cars. The first show, held in 1907, took place in a beer garden in Detroit where a total of 17 exhibitors showed 33 vehicles. Today the show is held at the Cobo Centre which has approximately 65,030 sq m (700,000 sq ft) of exhibit space and the show crams exhibits and attractions into every last inch of it. It is one of the world's top international auto shows and the event attracts huge crowds of car enthusiasts and industry professionals.
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Sinulog Festival Until Sun 18 Jan 2009in Cebu City
Sinulog is a nine-day religious festival but the main celebrations take place over the third weekend in January with the main parade taking place on the final Sunday of that weekend.
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Tower of London Ice Rink Until Sun 11 Jan 2009in London
Adding to the growing number of ice rinks in the capital, in 2005 the Tower of London opened its inaugural Christmas and New Year season with an ice rink and outdoor cafe.
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Elvis Presley Birthday Celebrations Thu 08 Jan 2009in Memphis
Each year, Elvis fans all over the world celebrate the anniversary of Elvis Presley's birthday on 8 January, honouring the late, great King of rock and roll.
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Turf Fire on Wakakusayama Mon 12 Jan 2009in Nara
A trumpet blows and the 33 hectares (80 acres) of moorland at Wakakusayama (Wakakusa Hill) burst into flames.
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Hampton Court Palace Ice Skating Rink Until Sun 11 Jan 2009in East Molesey
The Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink is located every year on the beautiful west front of Henry VIII's historic red brick palace. more »
Winter Trails Sat 10 Jan 2009in North America
Come out of hibernation and get in shape for Winter Trails, an annual international event that introduces newcomers to snow sports, taking place at more than 100 locations across the USA and Canada. more »
International Kite Festival Wed 14 Jan 2009in Ahmedabad
Celebrating the change in direction of the winds on Makar Sankranti, the annual International Kite Festival is an incredible spectacle that sees the skies filled with thousands of intricate kites made by teams from across India as well as some from further afield. more »
NB: While every care has been taken to ensure the information provided is accurate, we advise you to check with the event organisers before travelling to confirm the details are correct.
