Sat 12
Lawyer's Day
All trades and professions in México have a day on which their
contribution to society is recognized. Yes, even lawyers.
Tue 15
Secretary's Day
See above.
Mon 14 - Wed 16
Fiesta of Our Lady of Carmen
This saint's day is very important in the city of Oaxaca, where it
represents one of the roots of the famous Guelaguetza Here
on the coast, Nuestra Señora del Carmen is honored in Puerto's Colonia
Libertad, Candelaria, Pochutla, and Zapotalillo at Chacahua National
Park.
Traditional saint's festivals on the coast include calendas, lively processions through the streets with brass bands, huge papier-mache puppets and lighted candles inviting participation in the festivities.
There are fireworks displays and jaripeos (bull riding rodeo competitions) and dances with live bands.
Fri 18
Anniversary of the Death of Benito Juárez
One of the colossal figures of Méxican history, Juárez died on this day
in 1872. An illiterate Zapotec Indian from Oaxaca who rose to become his
nation's president, he is noted for his integrity, patriotism and
commitment to social justice. Flags are flown at half-mast on all public
buildings.
Mon 21 - Wed 23
Fiesta of Mary Magdalene
This is the feast day of the patron saint of Santa Maria Magdalena
Tiltepec, close to Santos Reyes Nopala. This small village in the coffee-growing hill country is
best known for the slow-fired pottery produced by the ladies of the village using techniques
virtually unchanged in 2,000 years.
(See more on the Nopala area)
Thu 24 - Sat 26
Fiesta of Saint James
Also in the Nopala area, the communities of Santiago Cuixtla and San
Juan Lachao Pueblo Nuevo hold elaborate celebrations for St. James
(Santiago) the Apostle and in Santos Reyes Nopala itself.
(See more about Nopala's "Horse Fiestas")
Tue 30
Anniversary of the Death of Father Hidalgo
The George Washington of México, Miguel Hidalgo y Costillo, a parish
priest in Dolores, Guanajuato, launched the movement for independence
from Spain. Captured by colonial forces, he was executed July 30, 1811.
Flags are flown at half-mast on all public buildings.