The Guelaguetza is also known as a celebration honoring Our Lady of Mount Carmel (Virgen del Carmen), which emphasizes Marianism, combined with the surviving beliefs.

Dec 19, 2025 · La Guelaguetza is a cultural celebration in Oaxaca that invites visitors to celebrate Oaxacan culture through folkloric dances, colorful parades, food and mezcal tastings. The …

May 17, 2024 · To Oaxacans, Guelaguetza is more than a festival; it represents brotherhood, loyalty, support, and friendship. It unites families and communities, weaving them into a …

Apr 9, 2025 · What Is the Guelaguetza? At its core, the Guelaguetza is about community, generosity, and cultural pride. The word guelaguetza comes from Zapotec and means …

Jul 31, 2025 · That’s why I’ve created this complete guide to help you experience the Guelaguetza to the fullest— from key dates and ticket tips, to where the main shows take …

Dec 31, 2025 · Guelaguetza is the moment when that living culture becomes highly visible, bringing delegations from across the state into one shared calendar. The word “Guelaguetza” …

Feb 17, 2024 · The Guelaguetza is much more than a festive event; it is a cultural manifestation rooted in the Oaxacan identity. Through music, dance, and artistic expression, ancestral …

Descubre la Guelaguetza, la fiesta multicultural más importante de Oaxaca. Vive el arte, el folclor y las tradiciones de los 16 pueblos originarios y el pueblo afroamericano.

The Guelaguetza, or Los lunes del cerro (Mondays on the Hill) is an annual indigenous cultural event in Mexico that takes place in the city of Oaxaca, capital of the state of Oaxaca, as well …

Since the 1950s, the free and synthesized representation of the dances, sones, jarabes and customs that went to the Cerro del Fortín on Mondays after the feast of the Virgen del …