Peru Edition

March 23, 2027

Corpus Christi leads today's complete edition for Peru.

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A serene ocean sunset with gentle waves and a colorful sky, perfect for tranquility and relaxation.
Regional/Cultural Day

Corpus Christi

The Corpus Christi is celebrated in Cusco with a procession of 15 saints and virgins, and the tradition is to carry the images from the churches to the Plaza de Armas. The Corpus Christi in Cusco is a blend of Catholic and Andean traditions, and the tradition is to eat the traditional dish of chiri uchu (cold spicy food, including guinea pig, chicken, rocoto, and cheese). The Corpus Christi is one of the most important festivals in Cusco, and it attracts thousands of visitors every year. . 2026: Mar 4. 2027: Mar 23.

Celebratory church scene in Puerto de la Cruz, Spain, featuring a cross adorned with vibrant ribbons.
Regional/Cultural Day

Fiesta de la Cruz

The Fiesta de la Cruz is celebrated in the highlands of Peru, and it is a blend of Catholic and Andean traditions. The cross is not just a Catholic symbol. It is also an Andean symbol (the chakana, the Inca cross, represents the three levels of existence: the underworld, the earth, and the heavens). The fiesta includes the decoration of the crosses with flowers, the offering of food and drink to the spirits, and the traditional dance of the scissor dancers (the danza de las tijeras, in which the dancers perform acrobatic movements while clanging two iron scissors). The scissor dance is a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. . 2026: Mar 4. 2027: Mar 23.

Young woman wearing glasses smiling in a floral outfit against a plain background.
Regional/Cultural Day

Qoyllur Rit'i

The Qoyllur Rit'i is a pilgrimage to the Sinakara glacier at 4,800 meters above sea level, and it is one of the most extraordinary festivals in Peru. The pilgrims walk for hours in the freezing cold to reach the glacier, and the tradition is to dance the entire night under the stars. The festival is a blend of Catholic and Andean traditions, and it honors the Lord of Qoyllur Rit'i (a painting of Christ on a rock) and the apus (the mountain spirits). The festival is a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. . 2026: Mar 4. 2027: Mar 23.

Colorful Inti Raymi celebration in Cusco, showcasing indigenous costumes and music.
Regional/Cultural Day

Raymi del Qoyllur

The Qoyllur Rit'i is a pilgrimage to the Sinakara glacier at 4,800 meters above sea level, and it is one of the most extraordinary festivals in Peru. The pilgrims walk for hours in the freezing cold to reach the glacier, and the tradition is to dance the entire night under the stars. The festival is a blend of Catholic and Andean traditions, and it honors the Lord of Qoyllur Rit'i (a painting of Christ on a rock) and the apus (the mountain spirits). The festival is a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. . 2026: Mar 4. 2027: Mar 23.

Zebu cattle on a dirt road amidst trees in Dassa, Benin.
Regional/Cultural Day

Animals of Benin Day

You witness African elephants, lions, and spotted hyenas as the distinctive wildlife native to Benin. You see dogs, cats, and guinea fowl kept as pets in Beninese households and villages. ACADA celebrates the world's pets, and helps assure better care.

A vibrant display of Trinidad and Tobago souvenirs in a Caribbean gift shop.
Regional/Cultural Day

Products of Trinidad and Tobago Day

You celebrate Angostura bitters, the world-renowned flavoring syrup produced in Trinidad since 1824, and Carib beer, the national lager that defines local gatherings and festivals. You recognize how Angostura bitters became essential to cocktail culture globally, while Carib beer represents Trinidadian identity and hospitality.