Fiesta de los Locos

Feast of Fools

This annual parade is unique to San Miguel, with thousands of participants clothed in outlandish and colorful costumes and tossing candy into crowds of spectators. The parade begins around 11:30 at the Templo of San Antonio and winds its way up Hernández Macías, Insurgentes, and San Francisco Núñez before terminating at the Jardín.

free

Hours: The first Sun after 13 June (feast day of St Anthony of Padua)
Price: Free

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