Carnival is a festivity where people wear costumes and engage in traditions like "La merengada," throwing meringue at friends and family, and "La comparsa," where a boy and girl dance in the streets. Other celebrations discussed include Christmas, which commemorates Jesus' birthday with decorations like trees and lights; "La castanyada," featuring chestnuts and buns; and regional festivals like "Festa Major" in Vilanova with folk dancing parades and Sant Jordi with an exchange of roses and books. Traditional activities also mentioned are building human towers and an equestrian parade.