The ritual fight was part of a festival honoring the virgin goddess Athena.

The festival honoring Ceres occurred one week later, starting February 2.

Palo music is generally played at festivals honoring saints (velaciones) or during other religious events.

The first festival, honoring the centennial of Bournonville's death (1805-1879), was smaller in scope.

Indeed, at festivals honoring him, mock battles were staged.

It is traditionally performed as a periodic festival honoring the hero Ozidi.

The naming ceremony was part of a five-day festival honoring the late comedian in her hometown.

In ancient Rome, the seven-day festival honoring the god Saturn took place at the end of each year.

This festival honored deities who brought prosperity to fisherman, travelers, poets and merchants.

The festival will also honor the rock musician Jimi Hendrix on the 30th anniversary of his death.