Peru is known worldwide for its rich cultural heritage and its artisan traditions that have been passed down from generation to generation. In 2024, the country will hold numerous craft fairs where visitors will be able to discover and purchase unique products, made with ancestral techniques and native materials.
January
Kings Fair in Cusco
Date: January 3 - 7
Place: Plaza de Armas, Cusco
The Feria de los Reyes in Cusco is one of the first craft fairs of the year. Held in the historic Plaza de Armas, this fair brings together artisans from the Andean region who offer products such as textiles, ceramics, jewelry and wood sculptures. Visitors can enjoy live folk music and taste traditional Cusco cuisine.
Huanca Sanctuary Fair
Date: January 18 - 20
Place: Huanca Sanctuary, Cusco
This fair is a religious and cultural manifestation in honor of the Lord of Huanca. In addition to religious activities, local artisans display and sell their products, which include weaving, embroidery, and metal crafts. It is an excellent opportunity to appreciate local devotion and art.
February
Fair of the Virgin of Candelaria in Puno
Date: February 2 - 12
Location: Plaza Mayor, Puno
The festival of the Virgin of Candelaria is one of the most important in Peru and has a craft fair that attracts visitors from all over the world. Artisans offer masks, typical costumes, musical instruments and other products related to the dance and music of the region. The fair is a perfect complement to the celebrations and parades that take place in the city.
Carnival Fair in Cajamarca
Date: February 24 - 28
Place: Plaza de Armas, Cajamarca
During carnivals, Cajamarca is filled with color and joy. The craft fair held here is known for its ceramic products, carnival masks, and textiles. Local artisans show their creativity and skill in each piece, reflecting the traditions of the region.
March
San José Fair in Lambayeque
Date: March 17 - 19
Place: Plaza de Armas, Lambayeque
The San José Fair celebrates the city's patron saint with a display of crafts that include leather, ceramic and metal work. It is an event where you can learn about the traditional art of the northern region of Peru and enjoy local cuisine.
Harvest Fair in Ica
Date: March 1 - 10
Location: Main Park, Ica
Ica celebrates the grape harvest with the Feria de la Vendimia, a festival that includes the exhibition and sale of local crafts. Among the featured products are ceramic bottles for pisco, cotton fabrics, and decorative objects made from palm leaves.
April
Fair of the Lord of Miracles in Ayacucho
Date: April 10 - 12
Location: Plaza Mayor, Ayacucho
Holy Week in Ayacucho is famous for its processions and also for its craft fair. Local artisans offer altarpieces, Huamanga stone work, and finely crafted textiles. It is an excellent opportunity to learn about the religious and popular art of the region.
Paso Horse Fair in Lima
Date: April 14 - 21
Location: Mamacona, Lima
This fair is held within the framework of the National Competition of the Peruvian Paso Horse. The artisans present products related to the equestrian tradition, such as saddles, stirrups and riding clothing, in addition to other typical Peruvian artisan products.
May
San Isidro Labrador Fair in Arequipa
Date: May 12 - 15
Location: Plaza de Armas, Arequipa
San Isidro Labrador is the patron saint of farmers, and in Arequipa he is honored with a craft fair that includes ceramics, textiles and jewelry. The region's artisans show their skill and creativity, offering unique and high-quality products.
May Cross Fair in Cusco
Date: May 1 - 3
Place: Plaza de Armas, Cusco
The celebration of the May Cross in Cusco is accompanied by a craft fair where you can find products made with traditional techniques. Visitors can purchase textiles, ceramics and jewelry, while enjoying typical music and dances of the region.
June
Inti Raymi Fair in Cusco
Date: June 21 - 25
Place: Sacsayhuamán, Cusco
Inti Raymi, the festival of the Sun, is one of the most important celebrations in the Inca calendar. The craft fair held in Sacsayhuamán is an example of the cultural wealth of the Andes. Artisans offer products such as ponchos, chullos, and alpaca fabrics, as well as ceremonial objects.
San Juan Fair in Iquitos
Date: June 22 - 24
Location: Plaza 28 de Julio, Iquitos
The San Juan festival is the most important celebration in the Peruvian jungle. The Iquitos craft fair offers products from the Amazon, such as wood crafts, jewelry made with seeds and plant fibers, and embroidered textiles. It is an excellent opportunity to learn about and acquire unique products from the Peruvian jungle.
July
National Holidays Fair in Lima
Date: July 25 - 30
Location: Kennedy Park, Miraflores, Lima
During the National Holiday celebrations, Lima is filled with cultural events and activities. The craft fair in Kennedy Park is one of the busiest, with artisans from all over the country offering products such as ceramics, textiles, jewelry and leather products.
Santiago Fair in Huancayo
Date: July 20 - 25
Location: Plaza Huamanmarca, Huancayo
The festival of Santiago in Huancayo is an important celebration in the central mountains of Peru. The accompanying craft fair offers typical products from the region, such as alpaca fabrics, Chulucanas ceramics, and wooden objects. Visitors can enjoy folk music and dance as they tour the fair.
August
Pachamama Fair in Puno
Date: August 1 - 3
Location: Plaza Mayor, Puno
The celebration of Pachamama or Mother Earth is an ancestral tradition in Puno. The craft fair held in their honor offers products such as fabrics, ceramics and jewelry that reflect the Andean worldview. It is an opportunity to learn about the traditions and beliefs of the Andean people.
Santa Rosa de Lima Fair
Date: August 28 - 30
Location: Plaza Mayor, Lima
Saint Rose of Lima, the patron saint of Peru, is celebrated with a craft fair in the Plaza Mayor of Lima. Artisans present religious products, such as images and rosaries, in addition to a wide variety of traditional crafts from different regions of the country.
September
Spring Fair in Trujillo
Date: September 22 - 30
Location: Plaza de Armas, Trujillo
The Spring Fair in Trujillo is a colorful celebration that includes a featured craft fair. Visitors can find products such as cotton textiles, ceramics and jewelry, while enjoying flower parades and live music.
Mistura Fair in Lima
Date: September 5 - 14
Location: Costa Verde, Lima
Mistura is the most important gastronomic fair in Peru, and also has a section dedicated to crafts. Artisans offer products related to gastronomy, such as traditional kitchen utensils, ceramics and textiles. It is a unique opportunity to combine the passion for food with traditional art.
October
Fair of the Lord of Miracles in Lima
Date: October 18 - 28
Location: Plaza Mayor, Lima
The procession of the Lord of Miracles is one of the largest religious manifestations in Peru. The accompanying craft fair offers religious and traditional products, such as images, scapulars, and a variety of crafts from all over the country.
San Francisco de Asís Fair in Ayacucho
Date: October 4 - 6
Location: Plaza Mayor, Ayacucho
San Francisco de Asís is celebrated with a craft fair in Ayacucho that stands out for its Huamanga stone products, altarpieces and fabrics. Local artisans show their skill in each piece, offering unique and high-quality products.
November
All Saints Fair in Cusco
Date: November 1 - 4
Place: Plaza de Armas, Cusco
The All Saints Fair in Cusco is a celebration in which local artisans present traditional products such as textiles, ceramics and jewelry. Visitors can enjoy the traditions and customs related to the Day of the Dead while browsing the fair's stalls.
Maca Fair in Junín
Date: November 15 - 17
Location: Plaza Mayor, Junín
Maca, an Andean product known for its nutritional properties, is the protagonist of this fair in Junín. In addition to maca products, artisans offer textiles, ceramics and other traditional products from the region. It is an excellent opportunity to learn about and purchase local products.
December
Christmas Fair in Cusco
Date: December 15 - 25
Place: Plaza de Armas, Cusco
The Christmas Fair in Cusco is one of the largest and busiest of the year. Artisans offer a wide variety of products, from nativity scenes and Christmas decorations to textiles and ceramics. It is the ideal place to find unique gifts and enjoy the festive atmosphere of the city.
New Year's Fair in Lima
Date: December 27 - 31
Location: Kennedy Park, Miraflores, Lima
To close the year, the New Year's Fair in Lima offers one last opportunity to purchase traditional crafts. Products include textiles, jewelry, ceramics and other decorative objects. It is an excellent way to say goodbye to the year and prepare for the new cycle with unique and high-quality products.