The Fiestas Agostinas are just around the corner; one of the best times of the year to know and live the traditions of San Salvador . The Fiestas Agostinas are the celebrations that take place in the capital of El Salvador during the patron saint festivities in honor of the Transfiguration of Jesus.
These are full of music, color, food, tradition, games and much more. For this 2021, the Agostina Festivities will go from July 31 to August 9. Next, we invite you to know what to do during this celebration in El Salvador.
4 plans to do at the Agostina Festivities
Enjoy folklore at the Mail Parade
The Mail Parade is the event with which the Agostina Festivities start. In this, you will be able to see peace bands, hundreds of decorated floats and the famous Viejos de Agosto; colorful masked characters representing the mythological figures of El Salvador.
Eat at Consuma
The best place to try all the typical food options that you can. Just make sure you arrive in the morning to find fresh and varied dishes.
Enjoy the mechanical games at the Cuscatlán Stadium
Every year, in the Cuscatlán Stadium area, rides and other activities are installed that you can enjoy if you are a lover of strong emotions. There are options for everyone!
Contemplate the descent
La Bajada , it can be said, is the culminating and most traditional point of the Agostina Festivities in San Salvador . In this procession in which the Transfiguration is commemorated, the image of Jesus is moved to some churches in the Historic Center and at the end of the day, the image is moved to the Metropolitan Cathedral. This procession is a World Heritage Site.