JANUARY

From 20th to 30th

International Book Fair

Hear internationally known writers discussing their work, literary trends, and pick up the latest  publications..  

From 20th to 31st

“Week of the “Marinera”

Argentina has the Tango, Trujillo has the Marinera. The best dance couples in the country compete in displaying their talents.  Couples of all ages compete in different categories. At week end you will have seen the winning couples accept their prizes, watched the Beauty Queen flaunt her charms, and judged the best dressed pairs for yourself. As a bonus you will have  marveled  at the gait and gear of the Peruvian Walking Horses.

From 1st to 28th

Huanchaco Carnival

The Carnival in Venice was the inspiration for this festivity in the early 20^th Century. It was updated some 20 years ago.  In Huanchaco, a short drive from the Korianka, they celebrate with the election of a Carnival Queen, competing local dance groups, parades with floats, street dancing, and contests.

MARCH

From 18th to 20th

San Jose Celebration

This takes place in the seaside resort of Las Delicias in the Moche District.

Inspired in Spanish traditions and customs, typical Spanish drinks and dishes are served.  Street and building decorations recall those of festive Spain and bars adopt a “tasca” guise, reminiscent of a Spanish tavern. Yearling bulls are “run” in imitation of the Pamplona Festival. You’ll also see flamenco dancing and groups of serenading student musicians roam the streets. Don’t miss the bullfights and fights between bulls.

From 27th to 30th

Surfing Championships

Malabrigo Beach in the Chicama District is where surfers from around the world gather each year to run  the  longest “Left hander Wave” in the world.

MAY

From 05th to 15th

San Isidro Labrador Celebration

In Moche

JUNE

From 15th to 19th

International Ballet Festival

JULY 25th

Santiago Apostle Celebration

The Feast Day of the Patron Saint of the Province of Santiago de Chuco

SEPTEMBER

29th

Peruvian Walking Horse (Caballo de Paso) Show

Organized by the Breeder and Owner Association of the Peruvian Walking Horse, it takes place during Trujillo’s Annual International Spring Festival.  These horses are ridden by expert jockeys (chalanes) who use light movements of the reins to guide their mounts. Some of these beautiful animals also dance the Marinera.

OCTOBER

From 01st to 15th

International Spring Festival

Trujillo, nicknamed “The City of Eternal Spring”, commemorates its fame each year. During this celebration the variety of events brings people from all over Peru to participate in shows, contests, exhibitions, and having fun.

DECEMBER

From 13th to 16th

“Virgen de la Puerta” Celebration

The history of this celebration goes back to the 16^th Century when vandals tried to enter the city.

The townspeople placed the image of the Virgin Mary at the town gate and the looters withdrew. Since then she had a new name, The Virgin of the Gateway, later changed to the Virgin of the Doorway.

At the height of festivities, from the 13^th to the 15^th of December, the statue of the Virgin is taken from her place in the church and paraded before the crowds of parishioners who sing, pray, and make votive offerings.