Spanish Schools Association of Oaxaca


The Spanish placitas in Ocotlán

February 18th, 2008

Few people know about this prehispanic religious celebration that dates back to the 16th Century. It began during the 40 days of Lent, when the Way of the Cross was re-enacted on the Wednesdays before Holy Week.  More »

Easter in Oaxaca

February 18th, 2008

The most solemn days of this religious period are Holy Thursday and Good Friday, this year te 2oth and 21st of March. Many different celebrations take place on these days. More »

Days of the Dead

November 21st, 2007

For those of you who have not visited Oaxaca during Day of the Dead, mark your calendars now for 2008. The Mexican festivities of “Muertos” are known throughout the world, and Oaxaca’s traditions are among the most elaborate and unique in the country. More »

Guelaguetza 2007: Festivities throughout July in Oaxaca

August 5th, 2007

Music from both land and sea, the colors of nature and traditional dances all come together each year in a grand fiesta, hosted by the people of Oaxaca.  This celebration is called “Guelaguetza” More »

The Guelaguetza Festival

July 3rd, 2007

Every year the people of Oaxaca celebrate their most important tradition–Los Lunes del Cerro, literally, The Mondays on the Hill.  More »

Festival Humánitas 2007

June 25th, 2007

One of the most important events in Oaxaca is the annual Humánitas festival: The third annual Humánitas was held May 4-13, 2007. Each year, the festival celebrates the cultures of three regions: More »

Pochote Market

June 13th, 2007

Every Friday and Saturday you can shop and have breakfast at Oaxaca’s charming organic market. More »