Why Uruguay celebrates “Tourism Week”—not Easter
Latin America is associated with Catholicism. As ever Uruguay is the outlier—with complete separation of church and state for over 100 years.
Uruguay Festivals – Sea Goddess Day on February 2
Atabaque urges “vaccination, use of masks, hygiene, distancing, and avoiding physical contact and mixing of family groups” for attendees.
Uruguay’s Kentucky Derby – January 6
One of the best things to do in Montevideo is visit the horse races. Fun for the family and for architecture buffs the art-deco stadium. Fridays & Sundays.
Public holidays in Uruguay
It’s a good idea to know when public holidays in Uruguay are as most shops close. Public transport is also limited but to a lesser extent.
Gaucho week in Montevideo – Easter
Traditional food, handmade goods, and South American cowboys riding wild horses. It’s the Semana Criolla – Montevideo’s Easter gaucho festival.
The Guru’Guay Guide to Uruguay
The Guru’Guay Guide to Montevideo
