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ORTALMA
Official 2024 Agenda

Rhythms of
Alaotra-Mangoro

Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural tapestry of Madagascar. From traditional harvest festivals to the sacred Famadihana ceremonies.

Upcoming Events

Discover festivals, fairs, and ceremonies across the region.

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Major Highlights

MAY 20
location_on Ambatondrazaka

Rice Harvest Festival

Celebrate the region's agricultural heritage with traditional music, dance, and gastronomy.

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JUN 15
location_on Moramanga

Famadihana Season Opening

Witness the sacred 'Turning of the Bones' ceremony, a pivotal event honoring ancestors.

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JUL 10
location_on Andasibe

Indri Indri Awareness Day

An eco-tourism special event dedicated to the conservation of Madagascar's largest lemur.

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AUG 05
location_on Ambatosoratra

Lake Alaotra Fishermen's Fair

Competitions, boat races, and fresh fish markets celebrating the life of the lake.

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June 2024

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June 15

Famadihana Opening

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09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

All day event

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Moramanga District

Central Plaza

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The opening ceremony of the Famadihana season is a profound cultural experience involving music, dance, and ancestral veneration.

Also in June
JUN 06

Community Art Fair

Ambatondrazaka

JUN 22

Zebu Market Day

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