February Festivals
Ashura: members of Tunisia’s Shi’a Muslim population pay respect to memory of the Husayn ibn Ali, an important martyr in Shi’a Muslim history. On the 7th of the month locals make visits to tombs as part of a day of related rituals. April Festivals
Milad al-Nabi: this festival is a celebration of the Prophet Mohammad’s birthday and sees locals take to the streets for processions and other public festivities. Families gather for feasting and respectful revelry also. June Festivals
International Festival of Jazz: jazz artists of local and international origin assemble in the town of Tabarka for this major musical event that sees large number of visitors arrive to appreciate a showcase of their talents. International Festival of Sfax: the municipality of Sfax plays host to this annual event that showcases the musical talents of Arab musicians from genres such as classical and popular music. August Festivals
International Festival of Bizerta: large numbers of culturally inclined individuals descend upon the town of Bizerta for an arts festival that includes a variety of performances in media such as live music and dance. November Festivals
International Festival of the Sahara: this spectacular event sees the quiet town of Douz literally swamped with visitors who gather for a major celebration of Saharan arts and cultural traditions. Ramadan: celebrated by Muslims across the world, this festival is one of the most significant periods in the Islamic calendar and covers an entire month during which time fasting and abstinence are practiced by all. In Tunisia, restaurants, retail outlets and public services may operate restricted hours to give business owners time to partake in the rites of the festival. Eid al Fitr: hot on the heels of Ramadan is the Eid festival which, unlike its predecessor, is a more jovial, celebratory affair in which locals indulge in feasting and gift-giving in celebrations with family and friends. | 
