Escapadas
Festivities

Carnival on the Coast

Music and dancing, in the lively style of the Oaxacan coast.

Carnaval de la Costa

The year starts off with a bang in Puerto Escondido. In February, Carnival is held on the days leading up to Ash Wednesday. It is a big party, with dancing and costumes, before the restrictions of Lent. Childs and a queen are crowned, and there are also colorful parades.

Cultural

Family

Location

Puerto Escondido, Oax., México

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