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Cozumel Festivals and EventsJanuaryJanuary 1 – New Years Day is a national holiday in Mexico. Many activities and festivals happen. February February 5 – Constitution Day. Is another national holidy Carnaval February-March. A month long celebration starting in late February to March to celebrate Lent. March Carnaval February-March. A month long celebration starting in late February to March to celebrate Lent. March 21 - Benito Juarez's Birthday National Holiday honoring 19th century president and leader of Mexico. Vernal Equinox - Occurs in late March and is important in Mayan customs. March or April – Easter week is filled with many celebrations. Many shops will close for a few days during this period. April March or April – Easter week is filled with many celebrations. Many shops will close for a few days during this period. Late April - Feast of El Cedral is a local tradition where the islanders celebrate the founding of the first settlements. May May 5 .- Cinco de Mayo is a National holiday commemorating Mexico's defeat of the French in the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Cozumel's International Billfish Tournament September September 16. Mexican Independence day. Mexico celebrates its independence from Spain. Very similar to the US 4th of July where many cities have parades, fireworks and other festivals. Late September – Autumn equinox Feast of San Miguel September 29 - Feast of San Miguel, patron saint of the island. November Early November - Day of the Dead is a Mexican tradition where people celebrate relatives that have past away. November 20 – Mexican Revolution Holiday and festivals. December December 25 – Christmas week is celebrated country wide. |