| Mexico is known for its special events and festivals. | | | | music and mariachis. IT usually begins in mid to late |
| Fail to check out the local happenings in the area you | | | | April. |
| plan to visit and you may miss a great opportunity to | | | | 6. The National Ceramics Fair and Fiesta, held in |
| immerse yourself in the local culture and enjoy the trip | | | | Tlaquepaque, Jalisco can be great fun for the entire |
| of a lifetime. | | | | family featuring craft demonstrations and competitions |
| Not sure what types of events to expect while | | | | as well as mariachis, dancers, and colorful parades. It is |
| visiting? Here is a list of the top ten attractions in | | | | usually held in June or July. |
| Mexico when it comes to the country's special events: | | | | 7. The Guelaguetza Dance Festival, in Oaxaca is |
| 1. The Regional Fair, in León, Guanajuato is one of | | | | considered one of Mexico's most popular events, |
| Mexico's largest fairs and features parades, theater, | | | | drawing villagers from all seven regions to participate in |
| craft exhibits, music, and dance. It is held during the | | | | this pre-Hispanic times event. Participants dress in |
| month of January. | | | | traditional costume, complete with formal dancing |
| 2. Día de la Candelaria (Candlemas), is a national | | | | masks. Due to its popularity, advance registration is |
| holiday celebrated on Feb. 2 that is held to mark the | | | | required by calling 800/446-3942. |
| end of winter. Celebrations are especially festive in | | | | 8. The International Chamber Music Festival, in San |
| Tlacotalpan, Veracruz. | | | | Miguel de Allende has been drawing in music |
| 3. Carnaval, held the 3 days preceding Ash | | | | enthusiasts since the early 1980's, featuring international |
| Wednesday is similar to Mardi Gras in New Orleans, | | | | award-winning classical music ensembles to perform. |
| featuring an true party atmosphere with endless | | | | 9. Independence Day, is a nationwide celebration that |
| parades and party-like celebrations in just about every | | | | celebrates Mexico's independence from Spain. It is held |
| city and town in the country. Of course the larger | | | | in September and features numerous parades, picnics, |
| celebrations are found in Mexico's main cities. | | | | and family reunions. |
| 4. Festival de México en el Centro Histórico | | | | 10. In early December, León, Guanajuatoholds its |
| (Annual Mexico City Festival) in Mexico City is a | | | | Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival, considered the largest |
| two-week festival that is often considered as Latin | | | | festival in Latin America, with more than 60 balloons |
| America's most vibrant celebrations of art and culture. | | | | and pilots from all over the globe participating. |
| For a detailed schedule and more information, visit | | | | Although this top ten attractions in Mexico list is geared |
| 5. The San Marcos National Fair is Mexico's largest fair, | | | | toward the country's most famous festivals, it does |
| and lasts a whopping 22 days. During the fair, visitors | | | | offer a glimpse into the wonderful cultural opportunities |
| can see bullfights and rodeos as well as ranchera | | | | Mexico has to offer tourists. |