Rituals and festivals

Rituals and festivals are cultural practices that people perform to mark special occasions, beliefs, or traditions. Rituals often involve specific actions, ceremonies, or symbols, such as religious rites, ceremonies, or customs passed down through generations. Festivals are collective celebrations, often with music, food, and gatherings, that honor significant events, seasons, or cultural heritage. Both serve to reinforce community identity, express shared values, and preserve cultural history. While rituals tend to be individual or small-group acts, festivals are larger public events that bring people together to celebrate and maintain cultural continuity.