Carnival in Uruguay 2019: Montevideo attractions and dates
Montevideo has the world’s longest carnival starting January thru early March. We’ve got the links you need in English about where to go and what to see.
Experience candombe drummers in the street
To check out authentic candombe in Uruguay, you’ll want to go to a street rehearsal. Where to go, how it works and what to do and what not to do.
April – anniversary of the world’s most famous tango
The world’s most famous tango song is over 100 years old–and it’s Uruguayan! Every year a week-long festival in April commemorates The Cumparsita.
Weird weather in Uruguay – the Storm of Santa Rosa
A violent storm hits Uruguay and parts of Argentina at the same time every year. Urban myth? Or is there some truth to this weird weather phenomenon?
Buying tickets for concerts and carnival
You can buy tickets for concerts and carnival shows in Montevideo at box offices and Abitab and Red Pagos/RED UTS – the stores are found all over Uruguay.
Montevideo over New Year? 5 things you need to know
Between Christmas & New Year, Montevideans leave town in droves. So what to do you do? There’s still the beaches, tango, fireworks and… water fights!
The Guru’Guay Guide to Uruguay
The Guru’Guay Guide to Montevideo
