Irreecha
Oromo thanksgiving festival
Where it happens
Traditional Oromo thanksgiving celebration marking the end of the rainy season. Celebrated twice a year in different locations, it's one of Ethiopia's largest cultural festivals.
About Irreecha
Irreecha is a cultural festival celebrated by the Oromo people to mark the end of the rainy season.
Origins & significance
The festival dates back over 6000 years and is a time to celebrate nature and pray for prosperity.
How it's celebrated
People gather near bodies of water or on hilltops, offering thanks, singing, dancing, and feasting.
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