Information about Iraq Festivals.

Iraq is a country located in the Middle East and has a rich cultural history. Therefore, many festivals and events are held in different parts of the country. Here is some information about Iraqi festivals:

1. Nowruz: Nowruz is an ancient spring festival celebrated in Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey and parts of Central Asia. It is also celebrated with great enthusiasm in the Kurdish region of Iraq. This festival is held to celebrate the arrival of spring and the beginning of the new year. Nowruz is usually held on March 21 and is celebrated with traditional activities such as dance, music and fire lighting.

2. Arbaeen: Arbaeen is a major religious festival held by Shia Muslims in the city of Karbala in Northern Iraq. This festival is held to mourn the martyrdom of Shia Imam Hussein in Karbala. Every year, millions of Shiite Muslims visit Karbala for this festival. Arbaeen is celebrated with different events such as prayers, mourning ceremonies, walks and meals.

3. Baghdad International Film Festival: Baghdad International Film Festival is an important film event held in Baghdad, the capital of Iraq. The festival has been held since 1973 and aims to promote world cinema as well as Iraqi cinema. Many events are organized at the festival, such as competitions, film screenings, panels and seminars.

4. Salahaddin Culture and Arts Festival: Salahaddin Culture and Arts Festival is a major cultural event held in the Salahaddin region of Iraq. Many events are held at the festival, such as music concerts, dance performances, theater plays, exhibitions and traditional handicrafts. This festival is organized to promote the cultural heritage and art in the region.

5. Basra Music and Theater Festival: Basra Music and Theater Festival is an important cultural event held in the city of Basra in the south of Iraq. The festival includes many events such as music concerts, theater plays, dance shows and traditional folk dances. This festival is organized to promote music and theater arts in the region. These festivals are held to celebrate Iraq's rich cultural heritage and artistic activities. However, it should be noted that the organization or attendance of some festivals may be limited due to Iraq's security situation and political instability.