Once the harsh winter gives way to the breezy summer, people around the globe inch to go outdoors and frolic in the sun. This is why every summer brings along with it a plethora of festivals- music, art, film, theatre, and many more. Owing to the pandemic, many international festivals were either cancelled or moved to the digital platform last year. With lockdowns being imposed throughout the world yet again, here is a list of online summer festivals for you to enjoy from the safety and comfort of your homes.

Seattle International Film Festival

Among the most popular film festivals in North America, the Seattle International Film Festival is showcasing 92 feature films and 126 short films from 69 nations. Films will be available for streaming while the virtual festival will also host several daily events, talks, roundtables, forums, and much more with celebrated filmmakers and writers.

When: April 8 to 18
Log on to: www.siff.net/festival

Cambridge Literary Festival

The Cambridge Spring Festival will be hosting nearly 40 exciting literary events this year. With an exciting line-up including celebrated writers Maggie O’Farrell, Mike Berners-Lee, Caroline Lucas, Nikesh Shukla, Salena Godden, and Monique Roffey, viewers can opt for poetry readings, conversations, or debates. The Children’s Festival has literary events catered to the varied interest of children and ensures that there is something for the entire family to do together. The Children’s Festival and the Spring Festival will be available to stream even after the live events have ended, till April 11 and May 2 respectively.

When: April 21 to 25
Log on to: cambridgeliteraryfestival.com/