San Miguel de Allende, a colonial-era city in the central highlands of Mexico, located at 1900 m. above sea level and only 3 hours drive from Mexico City. It was founded in 1542 by the Franciscan monk Juan de San Miguel, a benefactor of the indigenous people, and was named San Miguel in his honor. The word Allende was added in 1826 to honor Ignacio Allende, a native hero of the revolution against the Spanish. It is known for its Spanish Baroque architecture, its active art scene, and its cultural festivals. In the city's cobblestone historic center is the neo-Gothic Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, whose spectacular pink towers rise above the main square, El Jardín.
The typical food is the enchiladas mineras, which are fried tortillas stuffed with chicken and bathed in a guajillo chili sauce. And also the San Miguel de Allende cold cut, which is a mixture of meats with vegetables bathed in a vinaigrette sauce, and the Pacholas, a type of ground beef steak served with French fries.
Its average temperature ranges between 16°C and 22°C. The predominant climate is dry-temperate, with moderately hot and rainy summers, while winters are cool.
This tradition has more than 100 years in San Miguel de Allende and was originally called the flower festival that took place in the temples and streets where plants were exchanged on Candlemas day, little by little it took root in the population until taking strength and become a fair and from there carry a consecutive tradition of more than 60 years”. It will be held in Parque Juárez, where there will be a sale, an exhibition of flowers, seeds and many musical concerts. It is a cultural and artistic program.
Date: Between January and February.
The Parade of the Locos is one of the most anticipated events of the year in the city of San Miguel de Allende, a big celebration that takes place on the first Sunday after June 13, the day of San Antonio de Padua. It goes completely out of the so-called common and as its name indicates, it gives free rein to a herd of crazy people who take to the streets to parade, celebrate and dance in front of thousands of spectators who expect to receive sweets and treats as the parade progresses. through the streets of San Miguel de Allende. This great event also known as El convite de los locos is a beautiful celebration where all the residents of this beautiful city of Guanajuato participate in letting out their inner madness, resulting in one of the craziest, funniest and most unique parties in all of Mexico.
Date: June
Every year Mexicans commemorate this event on the night of September 15 and celebrate it with the so-called Grito de Independencia. There are many parties with music, shows and typical food in all the restaurants in the city.
Date: September 15th
The Fiestas de San Miguel Arcángel, Patron Saint of the Villa de San Miguel, are the most important in the area. They are celebrated every year on the weekend closest to September 29, so the date can vary between September and October. Masses, processions and the representation of the Aztec Dance are carried out. There are also fireworks and popular dances.
Date: Between September and October
Without a doubt, the New Year's party at this hotel is something you cannot miss. The food is delicious, the event is full of many details, music, dances and shows. It is recommended to make a reservation well in advance.
Date: December 31