Calaveras Festival Aguascalientes

About the Festival

The Calaveras Festival Aguascalientes is a cultural festival held annually in the city of Aguascalientes, Mexico. The festival celebrates the Day of the Dead, a Mexican holiday that honors the memory of deceased loved ones. The festival features a variety of events, including parades, concerts, exhibitions, and workshops.

The Calaveras Festival Aguascalientes was first held in 1994. The festival has since grown to become one of the most popular Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico. The festival attracts over 1 million visitors each year.

Events

The Calaveras Festival Aguascalientes features a variety of events, including:

• Parades
• Concerts
• Exhibitions
• Workshops

The festival’s main parade is held on the Day of the Dead. The parade features colorful floats, marching bands, and costumed performers. The parade route winds through the streets of downtown Aguascalientes.

The festival also features a number of concerts. The concerts feature a variety of musical genres, including traditional Mexican music, rock, and pop.

Exhibitions are held throughout the festival. The exhibitions feature artwork, photography, and other items related to the Day of the Dead.

Workshops are also offered during the festival. The workshops teach participants how to make traditional Day of the Dead crafts, such as sugar skulls and papel picado.

Facts

• Attendance

  The Calaveras Festival Aguascalientes attracts over 1 million visitors each year.

• History

  The Calaveras Festival Aguascalientes was first held in 1994.

• Duration

  The Calaveras Festival Aguascalientes lasts for 10 days.