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Huaraz Festivities Calendar
FEBRUARY IN HUARAZ Huaraz Carnival Festivities which include lively marches, street parades, the entry of the Ño Carnavalón figure and the tree cutting ritual or yunza practiced in all neighborhoods. MARCH - APRIL IN HUARAZ Easter (dates subject to change) This is a religious festival which is very traditional in the area. It includes several processions, the most important being the one of Christ with the Cross, the Good Friday Procession, and that of the Resurrection of Christ on Easter Sunday. MAY IN HUARAZ 3rd Feast of the Lord of Solitude Many people from the different villages and communities nearby go to Huaraz to celebrate the feast of the Lord of Solitude. The pilgrims are accompanied by bands of musicians playing quenas (reed flutes) and drums as they lead the way. MAY - JUNE IN HUARAZ Andinism Week (dates subject to change) This is the time of the year when there is a lot of tourist activity, as there are competitions in several adventure tourism categories, such as: mountain skiing, river rafting, hand gliding, delta wings and mountain cycling. Cultural and social activities are also held. SEPTEMBER IN HUARAZ 11-15 Patronal Feast of Our Lord of Burgos In the Town of Recuay various activities are organized to celebrate the feast in honor of its Patron Saint. The traditional Dance of the Black People stands out. 23-27 Patronal Feast of Our Lady of Las Mercedes In Carhuaz celebrations are held in honor of the virgin, with traditional processions, bands of musicians, bullfights and fireworks.
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