Monterrey Events

Annual Events

Address: Various venues, Monterrey Dates: April 3 - April 12, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

During Holy Week, there are a variety of celebrations throughout the whole of Mexico as this time is one of the most important religous holidays on the Mexican calendar. The Easter weekend brings with it processions that wind throughout the city, mock crucifixiions and Passion Plays. Expect a good number of businesses...

Address: Various venues, Monterrey Dates: September 16 - September 16, 2010 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Held on the 16th day of September, this holiday salutes the beginning of the country's war for independence from Spain. Revelry begins the night before, and parties continue well into the night. It's tradition that at 11pm on the 16th, the nation's president recites the Grito de Dolores (Cry of Dolores) and shouts...

Address: Various Churches, Monterrey 64000 Dates: January 17, 2010 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Very interesting for visitors, this religious day is characterized by allowing animals to enter Catholic churches and cathedrals to be blessed by priests. Pets, livestock and all manner of animals are blessed throughout the day at various churches, while churchgoers host feasts and special events. Generally animals...