Festivals and cultural events Venezuela

December 28 th is a very colourful popular festival where popular art is expressed. She is also famous in the states of Mérida, Trujillo, Portuguesa and Lara. But it is in Falcon state that it is most representative, mainly to the Vela de Coro. It refers to the massacre of children, ordered by Herod. On the evening of 27 it was the Mojiganga vétue of black, who walked the streets and announced the imminent arrival of the fous (locos).

Local holiday to commemorate the founding of the city dating back to 1567. Cultural and sporting events.

Founded by Carlos Giménez and María Teresa Castillo, the festival has always had a great reputation. The latest date, 2006, brought together 23 international companies and 19 Venezuelan. Performances in the city theatres, on squares, street theatre and in alternative spaces. This renaissance is due to the support of embassies, cultural institutions of the city and three town halls.

Popular celebration of the Valley of the Santo Santo. It lasts for a week: musical groups, folk dances, typical kitchen and procession.

A unique and festive festival celebrated in Settles. The best singers of llanera music from Venezuela and Colombia are present.