This week, the province of Jujuy is hosting a variety of cultural events that highlight local music, literature, and traditions. Activities are scheduled across different cities and venues from November 20 to 26.
On Thursday, November 20, San Salvador de Jujuy will start the day at Centro Cultural Culturarte with a discussion by Dr. Carlos Alberto Garces about colonial art sources. In the evening, multiple music events are planned: Cine Teatro Municipal Select will feature a bandoneon performance for the Fiesta de la Música at 7:00 p.m., while Teatro Mitre will present “Las cuatro estaciones de Vivaldi” as part of its Candlelight series. Other highlights include a poetry recital at Casa Macedonio Graz and a Queen tribute concert at Teatro Mitre.
In other towns, Humahuaca hosts a singing exhibition by Professor Angélica Simón in Plaza Sargento Mariano Gómez at 8:00 p.m., and Palpalá offers live music with Javito y su grupo Red.
Friday’s schedule features traditional celebrations in Lipán with the fourth Serenata a la Vicuña starting at 10:00 a.m., and Volcán honoring Santa Cecilia with religious ceremonies and a popular dance from 5:00 p.m. Humahuaca also celebrates its patron saint of music with masses, processions, and musical performances including “Nuestras Voces, Nuestro Canto.” The city will inaugurate new murals and unveil a sculpture dedicated to Ricardo Vilca.
San Salvador’s Parque Xibi Xibi will host “Sonidos del Elementales” in Anfiteatro Las Lavanderas at 6:00 p.m. Theater performances continue at Teatro Mitre and Sala Galán later in the evening.
On Saturday, Ciénega de Paicone holds its fourth Binational Festival early in the morning, while Villa Jardín de Reyes presents the seventh Festival del Tamal focusing on local cuisine. Artistic workshops and exhibitions are planned throughout San Salvador during the afternoon.
Sunday centers on San Pedro de Jujuy where Club Atlético San Pedro offers a free urban dance workshop led by Facundo Mazzei.
Monday marks an important day for Santa Catalina as it observes both its patron saint festival and its 478th anniversary with ceremonies beginning at 10:00 a.m., followed by concerts in historic locations during the night. In San Salvador de Jujuy, Gabriel Rolón delivers his talk “Palabra Plena” at Centro Cultural Martín Fierro.
Tuesday brings an international writers’ meeting for peace to Culturarte all day long; there is also an exhibit of Christian books hosted by C.A.J.A. In northern areas like Tilcara, children participate in the opening of the 21st Festival del Niño Rural featuring performances of song, dance, and theater.
The week concludes Wednesday in Tilcara with more activities for children as part of this ongoing festival.
“This agenda is just one map of possibilities to connect with what is ours,” organizers said. “To celebrate identity that is built every day throughout every corner of Jujuy.”
