...........FESTIVALS AND EVENTS.............
| | | | September, 2008
| | September 16 (annual)
Mexican Independence Day - All over Mexico Patriotic parades and speeches, beginning at 11PM on September 15, in honor of Mexican independence from Spain. |
| | November, 2008
| | November 2
Day of the Dead - Cultural All over Mexico This event happens at the cemeteries on November 2nd all over Mexico. More Info... |
| | February, 2009
| | February 2 (annual)
Dia de la Candelaria - Religious All over Mexico Candlemas, the official end of the Christmas season, is mainly a day for family gatherings and Mass; some cities and towns hold candleit processions to the church, and dances. |
| | May, 2009
| | May 1 (annual)
Dia de los Trabajadores - Cultural All Over Mexico On this banking holiday most businesses are closed to give workers the day off. It's mainly a day to relax with family and friends. |
May 3
Día de la Santa Cruz (Day of the Holy Cross) - Religious All over Mexico Carpinters, miners, masons, and laborers all over Mexico celebrate by getting righteously drunk and shooting fireworks |
May 10 (annual)
Dia de las Madres - Cultural All over Mexico Mother's Day |
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