Festivals in Zacatecas, Mexico

Festival de Zacatecas (International Festival)

Annual April/May cultural extravaganza: concerts, dance, theatre, art, culinary events. One of Mexico's largest arts festivals.

Feria Nacional de Zacatecas (National Fair)

September fair with bullfights, rodeos, concerts, dance, art, food. Major domestic tourist draw.

Festival de la Muerte (Day of the Dead)

November 1–2: processions, altars, music, dance, food honouring deceased loved ones.

Festival de las Posadas (Festival of the Inns)

December 16–24: Christmas processions, music, dance re-enacting Mary and Joseph's search for lodging.