The large number of pagans in the east also seems to have forced Arcadius into allowing the ancient festivals and public games to continue.

Her work has been recognized as re-inventing the spirit and drama of the ancient festival in contemporary life.

This article is about the ancient Greek festival.

Saturnalia is an ancient Roman festival in honor of the god Saturn.

Halloween and all its celebrations are linked to ancient festivals for the New Year.

This has led to the argument that the name may be linked to the ancient Persian festival of Sadeh.

It was probably a very ancient festival, perhaps not originally associated with Dionysus.

Onam is an ancient festival which still survives in modern times.

Tirgan refers to an ancient Iranian festival, and there are many legends about its origins.

Houghton Feast is an ancient festival held every October in the town.