The best way to explore The Ecuadorian Andes region and learn about their history and culture is to join their festivals! Here are the major holidays celebrated in the provinces of Azuay, Bolívar, Cañar, Chimborazo, Imbabura, Loja, Pichincha, Santo Domingo, and Tungurahua.
Azuay holidays
- Foundation of Cuenca: April 12.
- Independence of Cuenca: November 3.
Bolívar holidays
- Independence of Guaranda: November 10.
Cañar holidays
- Cantonization of Azogues: April 16.
- Independence of Azogues: November 4.
Carchi holidays
- Independence of Tulcán: November 19.
Chimborazo holidays
- Independence of Riobamba: April 21.
- Foundation of Riobamba: November 11.
Cotopaxi holidays
- Provincialization of Cotopaxi: April 1.
- Independence of Latacunga: November 11.
Imbabura holidays
- Foundation of Ibarra: September 28.
- Provincialization of Imbabura: June 25.
Loja holidays
- Independence of Loja: November 18.
- Foundation of Loja: December 8.
Pichincha holidays
- Foundation of Quito: December 6.
Santo Domingo de Los Tsáchilas holidays
- Cantonization of Santo Domingo: July 3.
- Provincialization of Santo Domingo: November 6.
Tungurahua holidays
- Fiesta of Fruits and Flowers: March 4 and 5.
- Independence of Ambato: November 12.
To learn more about holidays celebrated in Ecuador visit this link. Ecuadorian Holidays and Traditions
