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Independence
Day
The celebration of Mexican Independence Day is heavily laden with
patriotism. The locals arrange colorful parades filled with marching bands
led by city and state officials on horseback or riding on floats. Several
other events such as demonstrations of local handicrafts making, street
concerts, bull fighting and much more compound to the excitement and rigor of
this festival.
Day of the Dead/Day of All Saints
The Day of the Dead is held to cherish the lives of those who have passed
away and the angels or children who died. Throughout the city, many
small monuments are created with photographs and candles to honor and remember
loved ones. The parades are filled with people wearing spectacular,
hand-painted skeleton masks and costumes who merrily toss little skull-shaped
candies to bystanders.
Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Cabo San Lucas has inherited the Catholic tradition to celebrate the Virgin
Mary's departure from earth to heaven which had started since A.D.500. The
day is characterized with jolly feasting and processions packed with gaiety.
Many mothers holding babies join the parade, and the locals and tourists stand
by and catch the treats thrown to them from the parade participants.
Festival of Benito Juarez
Benito Juarez is the first president of Indian descent, and Mexicans' most
beloved stateman. Hence this annual celebration is held in reverence and
appreciation of his contribution to the country. The fun begins with a
mid-morning parade of families with children, and the streets are lined with
small food vendor carts. The festivities then continue with music and parties at
several venues throughout the night.
Festival of St.James
Legend has it that St.James, the magical man riding on a white horse, was
the apostle who introduced Catholicism to Mexico. Look for riders mounted
on white horses in the afternoon parades and re-enacted battlefield skirmishes
staged at the town square around dusk.
Festival of the Mexican Revolution
This event of monumental import in Mexico's history is widely celebrated
with joy and fervent patriotic ardor. The Cabo festivities remember that
occasion with rodeos and bull-fighting, fireworks, parades and more. All
visitors are welcome to join in the fun!
Festival of the Virgin of Carmen
The craft vendors take to the streets, then in the afternoon parade of school
children and their families along with puppeteers flows through the downtown
streets to rejoice in honor of this protector of the Mexican nation. There
is also a fishing tournament in the morning at the marina where anyone can
participate.
Cinco de Mayo
The Mexican commemorate their victory over the French army in the historic
Battle of Puebla in 1862 on May 5th every year. The whole city comes alive
with city-planned activities and every cantina regale their guests with
all-night-long party.
Fiesta de Cabo San Lucas
Every October 18th is the day to celebrate for Cabo San Lucas' own patron
saint. Streets are closed and the parade winds its way through the center
of downtown. Dancing, music and feasting compose the brilliance and lively
atmosphere of this festival.
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