About the day of the Cry of Dolores One of Mexico’s greatest heroes Miguel Hidalgo is believed to have made the cry of independence (El Grito de la Independencia) in the town of Dolores, in the north-central part of the…

Locos Parade As usual with traditional festivities, it is not known exactly when it originated, but it is said that the feast would not have to do with San Antonio but with San Pascual Bailón. The local gardeners came to…

The Festival of Our Lord of the Conquest This annual festival takes place on the first Thursday and Friday of March in honor of “Christ of the Conquest,” a highly revered statue made out of corn stalks and orchid bulbs.…

The 66th edition of La Candelaria Fair held at Parque Juarez Febrero  2022 –  AtencionSMA After going through the pandemic and a change of venue over the last two years, the Feria de la Candelaria returned to iconic Parque Juarez…

The Friday of Sorrows The last Friday of Lent is when the Virgin of Sorrows is honored with beautiful altars in homes and public places. Look for them on windowsills, in niches, in doorways and living rooms, in public courtyards…