Founding of Guayaquil (July 25th)

Holidays & Traditions, Local Holidays

The founding of Guayaquil was performed by Spanish conquistador Francisco de Orellana on July 25, 1538. Its full name is "Santiago de Guayaquil". Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest and commercial city ...

City: Guayaquil Location: Guayas province
Region: Pacific Coast (Costa Region)

Founding of Quito (December 6th)

Holidays & Traditions, Local Holidays

Quito is Ecuador's capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Founding of Quito is also known as "Fiestas de Quito". It is one of the biggest annual events in ...

City: Quito Location: Pichincha province
Region: Andean Highlands (Sierra Region)

Holidays in Cuenca, Ecuador

Holidays & Traditions

Find holidays to Cuenca, Ecuador. Holidays in Cuenca are simply amazing. Here is an overview of most important local holidays celebrated in Cuenca: April 12 - Independence of Cuenca (1820), "Independencia de Cuenca" ...

City: Cuenca Location: Azuay province
Region: Andean Highlands (Sierra Region)

Holidays in Guayaquil, Ecuador

Holidays & Traditions

Want to visit Guayaquil, Ecuador? Biggest port, economic capital, and Ecuador's largest city. During its festivities, Guayaquil is full of energy, style and an inherent love that is shown in its ...

City: Guayaquil Location: Guayas province
Region: Pacific Coast (Costa Region)

Holidays in Quito, Ecuador

Holidays & Traditions

Are you looking for information about the holidays in Quito, Ecuador? Discover the festivals celebrated in the beautiful city of Quito. A place with stunning scenery, great food, and breathtaking ...

City: Quito Location: Pichincha province
Region: Andean Highlands (Sierra Region)

Holidays in Riobamba, Ecuador

Holidays & Traditions

Discover holidays and festivals in Riobamba, Ecuador. The best of Riobamba, from its local markets, delicious street food and closest mountains. Most important local holidays celebrated in Riobamba are: April 21 - ...

City: Riobamba Location: Chimborazo province
Region: Andean Highlands (Sierra Region)

Independence of Cuenca (November 3rd)

Holidays & Traditions, Local Holidays

Cuenca is Ecuador's third-largest city, and it was one of the major cities in the colonial era as well. Cuenca declared its independence from Spain on November 3, 1820. Known ...

City: Cuenca Location: Azuay province
Region: Andean Highlands (Sierra Region)

Independence of Guayaquil (October 9th)

Holidays & Traditions, Local Holidays

Guayaquil declared its independence from Spain on October 9, 1820. The Independence of Guayaquil is considered a national holiday, but It is mostly celebrated by those who live in the ...

City: Guayaquil Location: Guayas province
Region: Pacific Coast (Costa Region)