July is the month of the Guelaguetza and this year’s edition, which celebrates its 91st anniversary, It began last Sunday, July 2, with the first Convite organized in the streets of the Historic Center; where a contingent of more than 600 people participated, including dancers and musicians from nine delegations
What happened at the start of the Guelaguetza 2023?
On the first day of the greatest Oaxacan party, the delegations of Chinas Oaxaqueñas participated; San Pedro Pochutla and Ejutla de Crespo; Miahuatlán by Porfirio Díaz; San Antonino Castillo Velasco, Ocotlán de Morelos and Putla Villa de Guerrero; In addition, the Dance of the Feather of the Villa de Zaachila was presented and also the singer Paola Hersan in the Plaza de la Danza.
Likewise, the contingent was headed by the state governor, Salomón Jara; and later he was received in the Plaza de la Danza by representatives of the 16 ethnic groups and the Afro-Mexican people. It is worth mentioning that a festive and jubilant atmosphere prevailed during the event, showing the brotherhood between the communities of the state.
A party that takes to the streets
In the same way, this edition of the Oaxacan festivity is historic since the organizers planned that many gastronomic, artistic and cultural activities take place in the streets of the city to facilitate pedestrian access; In this way, it will be possible to easily reach the parties, dance shows, performances and even the Mezcal Fair.
Remember that the main event, The Cerro Monday festivities 2023will be held on July 17 and 24 at two times: morning, at 10:00 a.m. and evening, at 5:00 p.m.
Finally, we recommend you attend the Moles Festival, on July 14 at the Oaxaca Cultural and Convention Center; to the Tejate and Tamal Fair on July 19 and 20 in the Plaza de la Danza; Yet the Guelaguetza Craft Fair Expo 2023from July 14 to 25 in the Great Hall of the Cultural and Convention Center of Oaxaca.
These and many more events await you at the great party of Oaxaca, the Green Antequera. Get details of the official program of the Guelaguetza 2023 here.