Events

Every Good Friday, Ajijic becomes the stage for a deeply moving Live Stations of the Cross, organized completely by the local community. Residents act out the Passion of Christ, starting […]

On May 3, Ajijic fills with beautifully decorated crosses made from flowers, fruit, colorful paper, ribbons, pan Tachihual, and even bottles of tequila. Holy Cross Day honors construction workers but […]

Uses and Traditions of the Rebozo is a celebration of Ajijic’s cultural identity, where the traditional shawl is presented alongside many of the town’s most beloved customs. The main plaza […]

On September 14, Ajijic honors the charro—an iconic figure of Mexican culture—with a parade full of elegance and tradition. Early in the day, charros and escaramuzas prepare with embroidered suits, […]

Independence Day turns Ajijic into a vibrant scene of music, food, and national pride. On the night of September 15, the main plaza becomes a festive fair with food stalls, […]

October 31 in Ajijic is dedicated to the Virgin of the Rosary, one of the town’s most spiritual and heartfelt celebrations. After several days of prayer in homes and chapels, […]

On November 2, Ajijic honors its departed loved ones in a celebration full of color, fragrance, and emotion. From early morning, families visit the cemetery to clean and decorate graves […]

The Feast of Saint Andrew, held from November 21 to 30, is Ajijic’s most important patronal festival and the best time to see the town in full celebration. Each day, […]

From December 17 to 24, Ajijic glows with light and song during the Christmas Posadas. Each night, a neighborhood, family, or chapel organizes a procession that reenacts Mary and Joseph’s […]