With 60% of travellers planning trips around entertainment and sporting events in 2025 according to the American Express Global Travel Trends Report*, it's clear once in a lifetime experiences continue to be a driving force for travel. From festivals of light to championship finish lines, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, one of Accor's leading luxury brands and the originator of 'Make Special Happen', is renowned for curating celebrations worth travelling for. Fairmont Hotels are social epicenters that blend genuine encounters with the heart of the action, creating vibrant spaces where communities gather; not just offering a place to stay, but an opportunity to immerse oneself into the heart of the destination.

FAIRMONT QUEEN ELIZABETH – Montreal Pride, July 31–August 10, 2025

Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth is the ultimate home base for Montreal Pride, blending unbeatable downtown access with exclusive Pride-themed events to elevate the excitement. Get ready for a glamorous Drag Brunch at Marché Artisans on August 2 featuring fabulous queens Miss Fountain, Jessie Précieuse, and Moh Dafok. On August 9, guests can sip and sparkle at a Céline Dion themed Drag Tea at Rosélys, led by the dynamic duo Bobépine & Lady Guidoune. The celebration culminates on August 10 with the Nacarat Pride event, transforming the terrace into a vibrant party zone. Enjoy gourmet BBQ, refreshing cocktails, and panoramic views of the parade, all while dancing to the beats of DJ Heartbreak Ting and cheering on dazzling drag stars Adriana, Carmen Sutra, and Foxy Lexxi Brown. This exciting event is held in collaboration with the CANFAR foundation, with a portion of the proceeds supporting their vital work. For Pride with style, energy, and luxury, nowhere compares.

FAIRMONT MUMBAI - Celebrate Diwali, October 20–24, 2025

As Diwali unfolds, Mumbai transforms into a glittering mosaic of light. Taking place October 20-24, the five-day festival brings the city to life with vibrant decorations, spiritual rituals, sparkling fireworks and delicious sweet treats. Having opened in April this year, Fairmont Mumbai offers a glamorous, Art Deco inspired retreat that amplifies the magic of India's grandest festival. Book a celebratory meal at The Merchants, a vibrant modern food hall inspired by intrepid merchants and Mumbai's iconic dabbawallas. Featuring six live kitchens, it offers a theatrical dining experience that spans Nawabi to Southeast Asian traditions, making it the perfect place to indulge in the flavours of Diwali with friends and family. Guests can also take home a thoughtfully curated Diwali hamper featuring artisan Indian sweets, traditional décor items, and handcrafted designs created in collaboration with local NGOs.

FAIRMONT MAYAKOBA - Halloween & Día de los Muertos, October 31-November 2

In the heart of the Riviera Maya, Fairmont Mayakoba invites guests to celebrate Two Worlds, Two Celebrations, a three-day event from October 31 to November 2 that blends the spirit of Halloween with the rituals of Día de Muertos. The festivities begin with 'Dinner at Dracula's Mansion' on October 31, where Tauro restaurant transforms into a gothic dining experience featuring themed cocktails, premium cuts, and live entertainment. On November 1, guests can take part in Hanal Pixán, the Mayan Day of the Dead. This sacred evening includes altar building, cultural workshops, and a candlelit boat journey through Mayakoba's scenic canals, ending with a Yucatecan dinner and traditional performances. The celebration continues on November 2 with Traditional Día de Muertos, featuring sugar skull workshops, catrina makeup, and a cultural exhibition. Guests can explore colourful altars by foot, boat, or buggy, then wrap up the festivities at La Laguna, savouring the special mucbipollo dish which is prepared only once a year. For those honouring loved ones who have passed, Fairmont Mayakoba offers the perfect setting where soul, tradition, and seaside luxury come together in harmony.

FAIRMONT TOKYO - The Ramen Show, October 23 – November 3, 2025

Every autumn, Tokyo becomes a pilgrimage site for ramen lovers and October 23 to November 3 marks this year's Ramen Festa at Komazawa Olympic Park. Inside and out, the newly opened Fairmont Tokyo (July 2025) offers a refined retreat after the ramen-fuelled crowds with a wellness spa offering unique treatments inspired by the destination, relax on the sundeck by the indoorinfinity pool, or unwind in the outdoor relaxation pool and terraces. Drop off souvenirs, unwind in a living masterpiece with breathtaking, unobstructed views through expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, and enjoy another bowl from the in-room dining menu in comfort at Fairmont Tokyo this ramen season.  

FAIRMONT BAB AL BAHR - F1 Abu Dhabi, December 5–7, 2025

As the 2025 F1 season roars to a head at Yas Marina Circuit, December 5-7, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr transforms from a luxury landmark into a motorsport haven. Perfectly positioned along the Abu Dhabi Creek with striking views of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the hotel blends luxury with convenience just a short drive from Yas Island. Guests can enjoy curated Grand Prix experiences including private race-day transport, hospitality suite access, and post-race refuel at world-class dining outlets. Following a day of adrenaline, guests can rejuvenate at the Olympic-length pool, indulge in prime cuts at The Steakhouse spearheaded by Michelin-starred Chef Marco Pierre White, or watch all the playbacks the hotel's sports bar Bridges Bar, making Fairmont Bab Al Bahr the ultimate pit stop.