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Children march in an annual Niños Heroes parade
Festivals and Other Annual Events
January through March
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October through December
October
Festival de San Francisco Javier
Late September/early October, Magdalena
Hundreds of Yaqui and Papago (Tohono O’Odham) pilgrims walk from the border to Magdalena every year, in honor of the town’s patron saint, San Francisco Javier. The week of festivities include art and cultural exhibitions, and muchas fiestas.
Dia de la Raza - "Day of the Race"
October 12
This day observes the arrival of Christopher Columbus (Cristobal Colón) in the Americas. The event coincides with the celebration of Columbus Day in the United States.
Joaquin Murrieta Days
October 23-24, Trincheras
Descendants of Sonora native Joaquin Murrieta host a festival in his honor, in conjunction with Trincheras’s celebration of San Gabriel, its patron saint.
November
Día de Muertos - Day of the Dead
October 31st - November 2nd
Deceased relatives are remembered and honored in cemeteries and family homes throughout Mexico in this unique cultural celebration. In Sonora, this includes the construction of shrines in homes and public places, to honor the recently deceased.
Shrimp Festival
All month, Guaymas
This delicious seafood treat is honored throughout the month of November in the seaport city of Guaymas. Events include samples of shrimp recipes and a variety of art and cultural events. More information is available from the Guaymas Office of Conventions and Visitors (OCV Guaymas), info@go2sancarlos.org.
Rocky Point Rally
November 8 to 11, Puerto Peñasco
This annual biker fest is not only a lot of fun, but it also raises money for charitable causes. Events include a poker run, stunt shows, and other biker competitions. You don’t need to be a biker to enjoy and participate in the event, there will be a variety of other fiestas as well. More information
Día de la Revolucion - Revolution Day
November 20th
Parades and festivals mark this anniversary of the 1910 Mexican Revolution. While not as big as the September 16th celebrations, schools, banks and government offices are closed in observance of this national holiday.
December
Fiesta of the Virgin of Guadalupe
December 12th
This is a major religious holiday in Mexico, as most pueblos hold celebrations in honor of the country’s patron saint.
Las Posadas
December 16th to 24th
This is the traditional Christmas party season, so named in remembrance of Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem.
Navidad - Christmas
December 25th
The last posada is held on Christmas Eve, also known as Noche Buena, when families traditionally have a late-night dinner.
Año Nuevo - New Year's Eve
December 31st
January through March
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Traditional dancers
Revolution Day parade
Niños Heroes Parade
Annual vaccination parade
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