Upcoming Events in Peru
Festivals, music events, cultural celebrations and public holidays happening across Peru — updated regularly.
- Inti Raymi — Festival of the Sun Peru · cusco
The Inca Festival of the Sun, performed annually at Sacsayhuamán fortress above Cusco on the winter solstice. One of the largest theatrical events in South America.
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Fiestas Patrias — Peruvian Independence Day
PeruPeru's national holiday marking independence from Spain in 1821. Military parades in Lima's Gran Parade, fireworks nationwide, and regional festivals across the country. Hotels book out 6+ months ahead.
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Arequipa Anniversary Festival
Peru · arequipaWeek-long celebrations marking Arequipa's Spanish founding in 1540. Includes bullfighting, fireworks, processions, and Noche de las Picanterías — a night when all traditional picanterías open for free tastings.
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Lima Surf City Festival
Peru · limaInternational surf competition held at Punta Hermosa south of Lima. Features WSL qualifying series events, food stalls, and live music. One of South America's top surf events.
- Mistura Food Festival — Lima Peru · lima
Latin America's largest food festival, held annually in Lima's Costa Verde. Features more than 300 food stalls, cooking demonstrations by top Peruvian chefs, and regional cuisine from all 25 regions.
- Procession of the Lord of Miracles — Lima Peru · lima
The largest religious procession in the Americas — a massive purple-robed procession through Lima's historic centre honouring the Lord of Miracles. Observed throughout October.
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National Marinera Festival — Trujillo
Peru · trujilloThe world championship of marinera — Peru's national dance. Held annually in Trujillo, this is the most prestigious dance competition in the country, attracting dancers from across Peru and Latin America.
- Candelaria Festival — Puno Peru · puno
The Feast of the Virgin of Candelaria in Puno — one of the largest religious festivals in the Americas, featuring over 40,000 dancers and 8,000 musicians.