The fiesta of the Holy Cross includes the climb with the cross, a marathon and a mask contest.
Next dates
May 1 – 5, 2027
The year after: May 1 – 5, 2028
These are the traditional dates. Programs are announced a few weeks before, so check with the town before you book.
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Every fiesta in Querétaro, in your calendar: Google Calendar Apple or Outlook .ics file
Fiesta de la Santa Cruz: what happens
- Climb with the cross
- Marathon
- Mask contest
Plan your visit to Bernal
Tours in Bernal
Guided tours, tastings, and day trips in and around Bernal.
Wine and Cheese Tour with Peña de Bernal and Tequisquiapan
★ 4.8 (8) · From US$75
How to get to Bernal
- From Querétaro: about 54 min by car (59 km)
- Nearest airport: Querétaro (QRO), 40 min by car to Bernal
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About Bernal
Bernal sits at the foot of the Peña de Bernal, one of the tallest monoliths in the world, which towers over its colorful streets. Visitors hike partway up the rock, eat gorditas in the plaza, and explore the surrounding Querétaro wine and cheese country.
More fiestas in Bernal
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January 11 – 20
Feria de San Sebastián Mártir
The main fair, dedicated to San Sebastián Mártir, with processions and music.
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March 19 – 21
Spring equinox
Thousands dressed in white climb the Peña de Bernal to leave offerings at the cross on top, greet the four directions and watch the new fire lit.
Spring equinox: dates and what to see →
Other fiestas in May
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Feria Nacional del Queso y el Vino Tequisquiapan, Querétaro · May
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Feria Nacional del Burro
Otumba, Estado de México · May 1
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Paseo de San Isidro Labrador
Metepec, Estado de México · May 18
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Fiesta of the Señor del Colateral
Acaxochitlán, Hidalgo · May 3 – 11
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Corpus Christi Papantla, Veracruz · May 27 – June 4
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Feria de Mayo
Calvillo, Aguascalientes · May 1 – 9