San Miguel de Allende is all set for the 58th Candelaria Festival, in which
110 local and regional vendors will be selling a wide range of plants, flowers,
fertilizers, planters and other gardening items from January 31 to February 10 in
Parque Juárez.
There is an age-old tradition in Mexico to bless the seeds before planting them
in the ground. Whether they are flower or vegetable seeds, or grains, receiving
a blessing is a way to ensure an abundant harvest.
The celebration is known as Candlemas, or Our Lady of La Candelaria in
Mexico. This religious holiday is celebrated by Christians to honor of the Virgin
of La Candelaria.
The feast day is officially February 2, although the festivities often extend well
over several days.
In San Miguel de Allende, la fiesta runs from the end of January through to
February 10, each day filled with a variety of concerts and cultural activities.
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Today’s Program
6:00 p.m. “The Treasure Hunt” directed by Elizabeth Rosas and performed by a
group of theater aficionados
7:00 p.m. Concert by La Tuna Oratoriana
8:00 p.m. Official Inauguration of the Festival
Speeches by the mayor of San Miguel de Allende, government officials and
special guests, followed by an award ceremony to recognize the efforts of public
figures who have contributed to local environmental and educational projects
and to the organization of the Candelaria Festival.
9:00 p.m. Concert by Mariachi Lluvia de Estrellas from Juventino Rosas
Saturday, February 1
8:00 a.m. Flower Market including planters, soil and gardening equipment
10:00 a.m. Outdoor Activities Event organized by COMUDE
10:00 a.m. Paint Workshop for Children led by Casa de la Cultura
6:00 p.m. Performance by the Ballet Folklórico
8:00 p.m. Concert by La Sonora Cumarebo
10:00 p.m. Santa Cruz Vigil performed by Los Concheros dancers from the
Valle del Maíz District