Neighborhood groups dance through the streets dressed as maringuías, teasing a papier-mâché torito.
Next dates
February 9, 2027
The year after: February 29, 2028
The dates follow Easter, so they change every year.
These are the traditional dates. Programs are announced a few weeks before, so check with the town before you book.
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- Fiesta days
Every fiesta in Michoacán, in your calendar: Google Calendar Apple or Outlook .ics file
Carnival Tuesday: what happens
- Neighborhood dance groups
- Maringuías
- Papier-mâché torito
Plan your visit to Pátzcuaro
Tours in Pátzcuaro
Guided tours, tastings, and day trips in and around Pátzcuaro.
Pátzcuaro Tour From Morelia
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How to get to Pátzcuaro
- From Uruapan: about 46 min by car (58 km)
- Nearest airport: Uruapan (UPN), 46 min by car to Pátzcuaro
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About Pátzcuaro
Pátzcuaro sits near the lake of the same name in the highlands of Michoacán, with big plazas, adobe-and-tile buildings painted white and red, and deep Purépecha roots. It is one of the most famous places in Mexico to experience Day of the Dead.
More fiestas in Pátzcuaro
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November 1 – 2
Noche de Muertos
Hundreds of artisans fill the Plaza Vasco de Quiroga while families keep candlelit vigils in the cemeteries of Janitzio and the lakeside towns.
Noche de Muertos: dates and what to see → -
December 8
Fiesta of Nuestra Señora de la Salud
The city honors Our Lady of Health.
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May 27
Corpus Christi
Shopkeepers toss goods from their businesses, such as bread, fruit and clothing, to the crowd.
Moves every year; next: May 27, 2027.
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September 28
Anniversary of the city
Pátzcuaro celebrates its anniversary.
Other fiestas in February
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Feria de la Candelaria
Salvatierra, Guanajuato · January 28 – February 9
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Carnival
El Oro, Estado de México · February 6 – 9
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Carnaval
Sayula, Jalisco · February 6 – 9
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Feria del Señor del Perdón
Ixtapan de la Sal, Estado de México · February 19
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Fiesta of Nuestra Señora de Tonatico
Tonatico, Estado de México · January 31 – February 2
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Fiesta of Cuauhtémoc
Ixcateopan, Guerrero · February 23 – 28