Today was the second Sunday, the last, of the 8th Annual Feria de Carrizo in San Juan Guelavia. This is always such a fun and interesting event, we ended up going both days. Also, food!
In addition to the amazing pieces made from carrizo, the place is filled with food, clothing, music, dance, all from one of the richest cultures in Oaxaca, the Tlacolula area, the Valles Centrales. They can weave....
And they can dance!
This feria has really grown in popularity and attendance has grown dramatically, with thousands of people over the two Sundays. San Juan Guelavia is one of the villages that realized just how unique it is and invested in making this feria something special and, no doubt, a huge economic boon to the village.
It certainly appears like more artesanos are branching out, creating different things with carrizo. Lots of beautiful pieces.
And as always, the people are the best part of the event. Lots of classic looks.
Or these ladies from San Marcos having a private conversation?
Did you miss it?
There's always next year. So worth it!
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