Festivals are among the cultural activities celebrated in every country, and Paraguay is one of the nations in Latin America that offers the best.

Celebrating culture with vibrant colors and unique gatherings, Paraguay is home to festivals that combine traditions and customs.

According to Visit Paraguay, the festivals in the South American nation feature the roots and connections to the Guaraní people, with a hint of Spanish culture, as the country was once a colony of Spain.

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Famous Paraguay Festivals

To give you an idea of how festivals are celebrated in Paraguay, here are some of the famous events held in the country every year.

Verbena de San Juan

If you want to experience a fantastic show with a hint of culture and heritage, then Verbena de San Juan is right up your alley. It is traditionally held on May 28 and 29 and is celebrated to honor Saint John.

This festival is unique because different ethnic groups in Paraguay join in the fun to practice their customs. This event's highlight is the people walking across hot coals in front of spectators.

Trans-Chaco Rally

Do you want to see vehicles traversing rough terrains while making the crowd go wild? Then you have to check the Trans-Chaco rally. This annual rally is held every early July.

This festival has been running in Paraguay since the 1970s. It is held in the Gran Chaco region, which has a vast rough terrain that vehicles try to unravel. Get ready for your engines because this festival will be one of the wild rides of your life.

Nanduti Festival

To experience the country's indigenous roots, you must check the Nanduti Festival held around the city of Itagua. This celebration features different arts and crafts from the region, and witness how wonderful aesthetic Paraguay's art can be.

Expect music, performances, and food to be around when you check this festival out. This festival is typically held during the last weekend of July and has been running since 1970.

Ypacarai Festival

Learning Paraguay's folk culture is a must when visiting the South American country, and Ypcarai Festival will help you with that. According to Word Disk, Ypacarai Festival or Festival del Lago is usually celebrated between August and September.

This festival has been celebrated since 1971, and it focuses on folklores and greatly emphasizes cultural manifestations.

Dia de San Blas

Dia de San Blas is a celebration in honor of Saint Blaise, the patron saint of Paraguay. Ciudad del Este hosts the biggest celebrations every February 3.

This festival dates back to the eighteenth century when the saint allegedly appeared to the family of Siete Aguas and healed their son, who was about to die. There are music, fun activities, and a lot of food during the celebration of this festival in Paraguay.

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Written by: Joshua Summers

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