The town of Vilcabamba in the so-called "Sacred Valley" advances consolidated towards economic, cultural reactivation and as a tourist destination of Nature and Well-being in its 161 years of parochialization.
The month of May is a time of celebration for the people of Vilcabamba who, due to their parochialization festivities and after the traditional novenas that began on May 4, come alive with different cultural, sports, religious and civic activities.
Vilcabamba celebrates 161 years of having become a parish with a rich program. Meet her, save your dates and come with your friends and family to this paradise to celebrate with us in the valley of longevity during this month of May.
Saturday May 21
20H00: Coronation and Exaltation of the Queen of Vilcabamba
Guest artists.
Friday May 27
O9HOO: Interinstitutional Sports Meetings 10HOO: Open house
20HOO: Proclamation of the Mother Symbol, Centennial Mother, Community Leader. Guest artists.
Saturday May 28
08HI5: Cycle Tour Loja – Vilcabamba
08HOO – 17:00: Artisan, Productive and Gastronomic Interparish Fair
O9HOO: Sixth Provincial Contest of Paso Horses
17HOO: Flute Concert Tribute to Ecuadorian Music
19HOO: Thanksgiving Mass
20HOO: Cultural Night and Fellowship Dance with the presentation of Gustavo Velazquez
Sunday May 29
09HOO: Military and Student Civic Parade
11HOO: Solemn Session for the 161 Years of Parochialization of Vilcabamba
A classic at the Vilcabamba Festivities
The Vilcabamba Peruvian Paso Horse Contest is undoubtedly one of the favorite activities that attracts young and old and is organized by the “Vilcabamba” Equestrian Club.
Photo credit: Laurie Miller. Facebook
The 6th Sectional Contest of Paso Horses
Date: Saturday May 28, 2022
Place: Vilcabamba Municipal Stadium
Time: 09H00
Categories:
Draft fillies, Bosal fillies from 3 to 4 years old, bridle and spur mares from 4 to 6 years old, bridle and spur mares from 6 to 8 years old, bridle and spur mares from 8 and up
Categories:
Bosal cleats from 3 to 4 years old, brake and spur cleats from 4 to 6 years, brake and spur cleats from 6 to 8 years, brake and spur cleats from 8 and up.
Categories:
Bosal colts from 3 to 4 years old, bridle and spur colts from 4 to 6 years old, bridle and spur colts from 6 to 8 years old, bridle and spur colts from 8 and up.
REMEMBER
THAT IF YOU VISIT VILCABAMBA YOU SHOULD DO IT WITH RESPECT. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE GARBAGE IN RIVERS, MOUNTAINS OR OTHER NATURAL PLACES.