The Ecuadorian Pacific Coast region not only has beautiful beaches and wonderful nature. It is also rich with many traditional festivities. Here you will find some interesting festivals celebrated in their five provinces: El Oro, Esmeraldas, Guayas, Los Ríos, Manabí, and Santa Elena.
El Oro holidays
- Provincialization of El Oro: April 23.
- Cantonization of Machala: June 25.
Esmeraldas holidays
- Independence of Esmeraldas: August 5.
- Provincialization of Esmeraldas: November 21.
Guayas holidays
- Foundation of Guayaquil (local): July 25.
- Independence of Guayaquil (national): October 9.
- Cantonization of Samborondón: October 31.
- Duran Foundation: October 16.
- Cantonization de Milagro: September 17.
Los Ríos holidays
- Provincialization of Los Ríos: October 6.
- Babahoyo Foundation: May 27.
- Cantonization de Quevedo: October 7.
- Mocache Intercultural Day: October 12.
Manabí holidays
- Independence of Portoviejo: October 18.
- Cantonization de Manta: November 4.
- Chone Foundation: August 7.
- Chone Festivities Virgin of the O: October 30.
Santa Elena holidays
- Provincialization of Santa Elena: November 7.
- Santa Elena Cantonization: January 22.
- La Libertad Cantonization: April 14.
- Salinas Cantonization: December 22.
To learn more about holidays celebrated in Ecuador visit this link. Ecuadorian Holidays and Traditions
