
San Andres Tetepilco carnival
Location: San Andrés Tetepilco, Iztapalapa, Mexico City, Mexico
Category: Community Carnival
Dates/Time: Weekends before Ash Wednesday (varies annually)
Duration: ~2–3 weeks (main events on Sundays)
Attendance: Thousands of local attendees
Venue: Streets and plazas of San Andrés Tetepilco and surrounding neighborhoods
Organizer: Local comparsas and community groups with municipal support
Established: Mid-20th century, influenced by regional carnival traditions
Symbolic or Satirical Content: Medium
Cultural or Ritual Roots: Yes
Global or Migrant Influence: Low
Participation Tips
Participation Type: Participatory
Participation Level (Scale): 5/5
Requires Costume to Join: Yes, for comparsa dancers; festive attire encouraged for all
Family-Friendly: Yes
LGBTQ+ Inclusive: Yes
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