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Were there any festivals held for the Greek god Dionysus?

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Many festivals were held in honor of Dionysus; most famous were the Lesser or Rural Dionysia (in late December) the Greater or City Dionysia (in late spring) the Anthesteria (in early spring) and the Lenaea (in winter).

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