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Festival Costero del Papalote

24–25 May

Dates: May 24–25

Manzanillo

Manzanillo municipality

Dates may shift a few days from year to year.

Fin de semana de papalotes gigantes en Playa Azul, junto a Plaza Punto Bahía. Entrada libre, juegos inflables, música y gastronomía local. Datos de la tercera edición (2025).

Festival descriptions are written in Spanish.

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About this festival

Festival Costero del Papalote is celebrated from May 24 to 25 in the municipality of Manzanillo, Colima. The date we show is approximate.

Town festivals repeat every year, but the dates can move by a few days. Before you go, confirm with the town hall, the parish or the organizers.

What to expect

Colima's town festivals usually combine Mass and processions, music and dancing, food stalls and street snacks, fairground rides and, depending on each town's tradition, horseback parades or rodeos. They are a good chance to learn about local customs and try local food.

Tips for going

  • Bring cash in small bills and coins: almost nobody at the stalls takes cards.
  • Arrive early and look for parking: on the main days of the festival, downtown streets are closed or packed.
  • Wear comfortable clothes and shoes and protect yourself from the sun; it can cool down at night.
  • Respect the religious celebrations and look after your belongings in the crowd.

What to do nearby

If you will be in Manzanillo, these places in the guide are close at hand:

To plan your outing, also see the calendar and the other town festivals.

About Manzanillo

The most important port on the Mexican Pacific and a tourist paradise with beautiful beaches, crystal-clear bays, and a vibrant nightlife. A destination that combines commerce, adventure, and relaxation by the sea.

The guide has 24 places in Manzanillo. Explore the municipality of Manzanillo.

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