Guelaguetza: The Festival of Living Cultures of Oaxaca

Discover Mexico’s most colorful and symbolic celebration, where cultural diversity transforms into dance, music, and generosity. Every July, Oaxaca dresses up for the Guelaguetza, an ancestral festival that brings together the state’s eight regions in a spectacle of identity, folklore, and community.

In 2026, the city will be filled with tradition from July 1st to August 3rd, with the highly anticipated Lunes del Cerro (Mondays on the Hill) scheduled for July 20th and 27th, and a possible third performance on August 3rd, at the majestic Guelaguetza Auditorium, located on Cerro del Fortín with panoramic views of the city.

Its name in Zapotec means “offering” or “shared gift,” and that is precisely what you will experience: a collective offering of traditions, flavors, and emotions. If you seek cultural connection, authenticity, and transformative experiences, this is your opportunity.

🎭 What will you experience at the Guelaguetza?

• Traditional dances like the Flor de Piña, the Jarabe Mixteco, and the Son de la Guelaguetza, performed by indigenous communities.
• Processions, parades, and processions full of music, color, and joy.
• Oaxacan cuisine, with festivals celebrating mole, mezcal, tejate, and tamales.
• Handcrafted textiles, cultural exhibitions, and regional fairs.
• Nighttime performances like Donají, la Leyenda, and free concerts in iconic plazas.
• Activities in local communities, traditional markets, and Pueblos Mágicos (Magical Towns).

✨ Want to experience this?

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