Are birthdays important times in your culture? (What do people usually do to celebrate?)

Talk about a festival you don't like.

What are your favorite holiday foods?

What is your favorite holiday? How do you celebrate it? Why is it your favorite?

Talk about this celebration.

Talk about this celebration.

What role does music play in festivals?

Does the symbolism of any holidays inspire you? Which holidays?

How do you feel about attending festivals and celebrations that attract huge crowds?

Describe a strange festivity or celebration.

On what holidays do people give gifts to each other in your country?

What was the last festival you went to? (Did you enjoy it? Why/ Why not?)

Are there any examples in your country of special days which were originally made up by the marketing departments of companies, e.g. Grandparents Day? What do you think about that?