ENTERTAINMENT AND SPORTS EVENTS

 

In Oaxaca, one of Mexico?s most charming cities, you can attend important events and festivities that are known throughout the world for their colorful and strong traditions.

 

La Guelaguetza ? This is the city?s most important festivity. Celebrated on July 16, it offers dance presentations from seven of Oaxaca?s most representative regions. The show takes place in the Guelaguetza Auditorium, located on the Cerro del Fortin. The auditorium holds 11,000 spectators.

 

Festival de Primavera Rodolfo Morales (Spring Festival) ? Celebrated since 1982, this festival forms part of the annual festivities that commemorate the founding of the city. The festival has such diverse activities as music, dance and literature. It takes place in the Teatro Macedonio Alcala, and in various plazas and gardens throughout the city.

 

Teatro Macedonio Alcala ? Located on Avenida Independencia, at 5 de Mayo, in the Historic Center. This is the most important venue in the city. The building is an eclectic design, blending artistic styles from the Renaissance period with those of France?s Louis XIV era. Numerous events take place here, including the Festival de Primavera Rodolfo Morales.