  {"id":46012,"date":"2024-01-17T20:41:29","date_gmt":"2024-01-18T00:41:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/remote-expeditions.com\/?p=46012"},"modified":"2025-08-31T18:30:35","modified_gmt":"2025-08-31T23:30:35","slug":"les-meilleurs-evenements-au-mexique","status":"publish","type":"travel-guide","link":"https:\/\/remote-expeditions.com\/fr\/guide-de-voyage\/les-meilleurs-evenements-au-mexique\/","title":{"rendered":"Meilleurs \u00e9v\u00e9nements au Mexique"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Majors F\u00eates Nationales et Jours F\u00e9ri\u00e9s<\/h2>\n<p>Ce sont des \u00e9v\u00e9nements culturels fondamentaux qui constituent souvent le point central d'un voyage au Mexique. Pour l'une de ces c\u00e9l\u00e9brations, planifier et r\u00e9server bien \u00e0 l'avance n'est pas seulement recommand\u00e9, c'est essentiel pour garantir l'h\u00e9bergement et le transport.<\/p>\n<h3>D\u00eda de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)<\/h3>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> Primarily November 1st and 2nd, with celebrations often starting in late October.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00c0 quoi s'attendre :<\/strong> A vibrant celebration of life and memory, not a somber occasion. Expect streets filled with marigolds, beautifully decorated altars (<em>ofrendas<\/em>) in homes and public spaces, sugar skulls, and people with painted <em>calavera<\/em> (skull) faces.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best Places to Experience:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Oaxaca:<\/strong> Famous for its cemetery vigils in towns like Xoxocotl\u00e1n and colorful street processions (<em>comparses<\/em>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>P\u00e1tzcuaro, Michoac\u00e1n:<\/strong> Known for its deeply spiritual and atmospheric candlelit ceremonies on Janitzio Island.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mexico City:<\/strong> Hosts a massive, spectacular parade inspired by the James Bond film <em>Spectre<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Traveler Tip:<\/strong> Book flights and accommodation 6-12 months in advance for prime locations like Oaxaca.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Semaine Sainte<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> The week leading up to Easter Sunday (dates vary annually, typically March or April).<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00c0 quoi s'attendre :<\/strong> A mix of solemn religious processions, passion plays re-enacting the crucifixion, and a major national vacation period. Cities are decorated, and there&#8217;s a unique festive atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best Places to Experience:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Taxco, Guerrero:<\/strong> Famous for its dramatic and somber processions involving hooded penitents.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Iztapalapa, Mexico City:<\/strong> Hosts one of the world&#8217;s largest and most elaborate passion plays.<\/li>\n<li><strong>San Miguel de Allende:<\/strong> Blends solemn processions with vibrant public events.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Traveler Tip:<\/strong> This is peak travel time for Mexican nationals. Expect crowded beaches, cities, and higher prices. Book everything far in advance.<\/p>\n<h3>Mexican Independence Day (D\u00eda de la Independencia)<\/h3>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> Festivities begin the evening of September 15th and continue through September 16th.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00c0 quoi s'attendre :<\/strong> A nationwide patriotic party. On the night of the 15th, crowds gather in town squares (<em>z\u00f3calos<\/em>) to hear the <em>Grito de Dolores<\/em> (Cry of Dolores), a re-enactment of the call to arms, followed by massive fireworks displays. The 16th features military parades.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best Places to Experience:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mexico City:<\/strong> The President delivers the <em>Grito<\/em> from the National Palace to a crowd of hundreds of thousands in the Z\u00f3calo.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato:<\/strong> The historical heart of the celebration, where the original <em>Grito<\/em> took place.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Traveler Tip:<\/strong> Wear green, white, and red to join in the fun. Be prepared for very large, boisterous crowds.<\/p>\n<h2>Festivals d'arts, de culture et de musique<\/h2>\n<h3>Festival Internacional Cervantino<\/h3>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> Three weeks in October.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> Guanajuato City.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What it is:<\/strong> One of Latin America&#8217;s most prestigious performing arts festivals. The entire colonial city becomes a stage for international artists performing everything from classical music and opera to modern dance and avant-garde theatre.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Traveler Tip:<\/strong> Even if you don&#8217;t have tickets, the street performances and electric atmosphere make it worth a visit.<\/p>\n<h3>Festival Guelaguetza<\/h3>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> The last two Mondays in July.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> Oaxaca City.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What it is:<\/strong> A spectacular celebration of Oaxacan culture, often called the &#8220;Mondays on the Hill.&#8221; It features delegations from the state&#8217;s eight regions performing traditional dances in vibrant, indigenous costumes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Traveler Tip:<\/strong> Tickets for the main amphitheater event sell out almost instantly. Book a comprehensive tour or be prepared to watch from the free seating area on the hill above.<\/p>\n<h3>Vive Latino<\/h3>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> A weekend in Spring (usually March).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> Mexico City.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What it is:<\/strong> The country&#8217;s premier rock and alternative music festival, featuring a massive lineup of Spanish-language rock legends and up-and-coming artists, alongside major international acts.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Traveler Tip:<\/strong> Think of it as Mexico&#8217;s Lollapalooza. It&#8217;s a multi-stage event with a huge, energetic crowd.<\/p>\n<h2>\u00c9v\u00e9nements r\u00e9gionaux et gastronomiques uniques<\/h2>\n<h3>Noche de R\u00e1banos (Night of the Radishes)<\/h3>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> December 23rd only.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> Oaxaca City.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What it is:<\/strong> A truly unique folk art festival where local artisans carve elaborate scenes\u2014from nativity sets to historical events\u2014out of oversized radishes. The displays are on view for only a few hours.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Traveler Tip:<\/strong> The line to view the displays in the <em>z\u00f3calo<\/em> can be hours long. Arrive in the early afternoon to queue up for this one-of-a-kind spectacle.<\/p>\n<h3>Feria Nacional de San Marcos<\/h3>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> Three weeks between April and May.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> Aguascalientes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What it is:<\/strong> Mexico&#8217;s largest and oldest national fair. 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