Día de Los Inocentes, “Innocent’s Day”

Last but not least, you should not miss Innocent’s Day as it deserves to be one of the most popular festivals in Venezuela.

Originally a day to commemorate King Herod's infanticide, Da de Los Inocentes, or "Innocent's Day," has lost its frightening implications and has evolved into a fun and games event in Venezuelan culture. The day, which is observed across the country, is marked with elaborate practical jokes akin to April Fools Day in the United Kingdom. During the event, phony news bulletins are frequently carried on South American news networks, while newspapers print stories made solely of comic strips.

Takes place: 28 December