San Roque Festivals 2025 in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas
In the heart of Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas, Mexico, the Fiestas Patronales de San Roque y San Bartolomé Apóstol took place from August 8 to August 24, 2025. This annual event, deeply rooted in tradition, is a cherished celebration that brings together faith, culture, and community spirit.
Over the course of two weeks, the festival featured a rich tapestry of religious ceremonies, cultural events, and recreational activities. The festivities began with the Misa Solemne in honor of San Roque and a special celebration for San Bartolomé Apóstol.
Daily mass celebrations were held in the local parish, with traditional Rosary prayers, Offerings of Pozol, and Holy Eucharist ceremonies. The festival also included the Peregrinación y Comunión de los enfermos (pilgrimage and communion for the sick) on the afternoon of August 23. Processions, such as the early morning "Paseo de San Bartolomé Apóstol" on August 24, involved participation from the San Roque and San Francisco communities.
Cultural and artistic events were a significant part of the festivities. Daily performances showcased traditional Zoque indigenous practices, including workshops and traditional dances like the dance of San Roque, San Jacinto, and San Bartolomé. The renowned state marimba orchestra, Marimba del Estado “Lluvia de Estrellas,” performed on the final day at noon.
The festival was a major community event, with residents actively participating in processions, dance, music, and food preparation. Activities like the elaboration of ramilletes (floral bouquets), image parades, coronations, and the symbolic breaking of the festivities represented communal devotion and joy.
Food played a significant role in the festivities, with Pozol, a traditional maize-based beverage, holding cultural and ritual significance. Each day featured culinary workshops teaching regional dishes such as tamales de hoja de milpa, cochito tuxtleco, and bolita con chipilín.
The Fiestas Patronales de San Roque y San Bartolomé Apóstol aims to blend deep religious devotion with rich cultural heritage, drawing locals and tourists alike into a colorful, multi-day experience. Visitors are encouraged to participate in the events and experience the warmth, flavor, and faith that define Tuxtla Gutiérrez during this festive season.
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During the festival, home-and-garden workshops were introduced, teaching traditional crafts such as making decorative ramilletes. Locals and visitors could also learn to prepare regional dishes like tamales de hoja de milpa and cochito tuxtleco, adding these to their lifestyle as cherished recipes.
