Giutepec carnival

• Location: Yautepec, Morelos, Mexico

• Category: Community Carnival

• Dates/Time: Weekend before Ash Wednesday (varies annually)

• Duration: ~4 days

• Attendance: Tens of thousands of local and regional attendees

• Venue: Streets and main square of Yautepec

• Organizer: Municipality of Yautepec and local cultural organizations

• Established: 20th century, influenced by regional traditions and chinelo dances

• Symbolic or Satirical Content: Medium

• Cultural or Ritual Roots: Yes

• Global or Migrant Influence: Medium

Participation Tips

• Participation Type: Participatory

• Participation Level (Scale): 5/5

• Requires Costume to Join: Yes, especially for chinelo dancers; festive attire encouraged for all

• Family-Friendly: Yes

• LGBTQ+ Inclusive: Yes