What local festival in your area or country would be most interesting for a foreign guest, do you think?

Talk about this celebration.

Do you think any other festivals or celebrations in your country are over-commercialised or have lost their original meaning?

Describe this celebration.

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

How do celebrations contribute to a country's tourism?

Are there any examples in your country of special days which were originally made up by the marketing departments of companies, e.g. Grandparents Day?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

What are some foreign holidays that people in your country celebrate?

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

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

What role does music play in festivals?

Talk about this celebration.