Events
The taste of Zacatecans is widely reflected in their festivals and traditions. You’ll never fail to hear the resounding and happy notes of the “Tamborazo”, like the unmistakable “Marcha de Zacatecas”. The best opportunity to enjoy it is in the “Callejoneadas” where you can explore the charming hidden corners and streets of the city.
Generally, the festivals and fairs are celebrated in honor of a patron saint or a civic commemoration. On the other hand, there are many events spotlighting culture, sports, commerce, art, cuisine and industry. In reality, most of the celebrations include many of these aspects. Some of these events include:
The Tlaltenango Regional Fair
Tlaltenango, Zacatecas
December
This regional fair has a festive atmosphere brightened with music, dance, and cultural events.
The Juchipila Regional Fair
Juchipila, Zacatecas
January
This regional fair has a festive atmosphere brightened with music, dance, and cultural events.
The Pinos Regional Fair
Pinos, Zacatecas
October
This is an important festival in Pinos, one of the most populated municipalities in the state. People from the surrounding areas gather in Pinos to amuse themselves at this very Zacatecan festival.
The Zacatecas Cultural Festival
City of Zacatecas, Zacatecas
April
This is one of the most important cultural festivals in the state. It is a cultural display of expositions, conferences and the most refined artistic expressions in the state.
The Spring Fair
Jerez, Zacatecas
March
This popular festival celebrates the arrival of spring with a fair, fireworks and lots of music.
Los Tastuanes
Municipal Heads of Moyahua, Apozol, Jalpa, and Juchipila
July 25
This festival is very important and takes place simultaneously in the cities of Moyahua, Apozol, Jalpa, and Juchipila. The festival’s purpose is to celebrate peaceful coexistence and relaxation.
The Zacatecas International Folklore Festival
Zacatecas
August
Many recognized personalities from around the world attend this festival to participate in communications, artistic and cultural presentations to bring together the intellectual community of Zacatecas.
The Fresnillo Regional Fair
Fresnillo, Zacatecas
September
This regional festival features music, dance and joyful celebration.
Musical Autumn of Zacatecas
City of Zacatecas, Zacatecas
October
Every October, this outstanding festival offers productions from the Zacatecas Independent University School of Music along with local musicians and invited guests.
