Xcaret announces the First Xcaret Fair of Mexican Popular Art, an event that seeks to exalt the popular art of our country and celebrate the talent of Mexico’s artisans.
This meeting seeks to celebrate Mexican culture, offering a complete and enriching experience for both exhibitors and visitors.
When will the First Xcaret Fair of Mexican Popular Art be?
It will take place from September 19 to 22, 2024, when the Hacienda Henequenera of Xcaret Park will become the stage for the dissemination of our traditions. More than 280 master craftsmen and craftswomen, both recognized and emerging, will meet there to exhibit and sell their unique creations.
The First Xcaret Fair of Mexican Popular Art is not limited to recognizing and exalting the cultural wealth of Mexico, it will also provide artisans with tools to boost their businesses. Participants will receive training in legal, financial and social media management areas, with the aim of amplifying their sales and reach.
For their part, attendees of this fair will be able to enjoy a wide range of activities that include demonstrations of artisan techniques, Mexican snacks, musical performances and catwalks.
The Xcaret Fair of Mexican Popular Art will not only be a showcase for artisan talent, but also a forum for reflection and learning. During the event, a series of conferences will be offered that will highlight the value of popular art as cultural heritage, explore the ancient history of Mayan embroidery, the recovery of Mayan blue and the importance of preserving living heritage in all its dimensions.
A commitment to cultural heritage
Since its creation, Xcaret has worked to share the natural and cultural wealth of Mexico with visitors from around the world. Therefore, the Xcaret Fair of Mexican Popular Art is an extension of this commitment.
Xcaret Park has implemented actions for more than 30 years to safeguard Mexico’s cultural heritage, covering areas such as research, preservation, protection, visibility, assessment, revitalization, dissemination and transmission. Now, with the celebration of this event, the focus is on creating shared prosperity with communities from various regions of the country
“Our main objective is to promote and safeguard culture, while boosting the economy of multiple communities in the country, to generate a positive impact on people and the planet,” said Leticia Aguerrebere, corporate director of Art, Culture, Production and Festivals at Xcaret.
Aguerrebere added that the vision behind this event is to be a window for artisans, allowing them to continue creating quality works that are distinguished by their cultural, artistic, technical and aesthetic contributions.
Conference calendar
The conferences will feature the participation of international authorities, bearers of local tradition and recognized academics, who will share their knowledge and experiences on outstanding cultural events in the region.
● September 19: Popular Art and Cultural Heritage
Andrés Morales, Representative of UNESCO Mexico
Carlos Tejada, Coordinator of Culture, UNESCO Mexico
Don Carlos Romero Carrillo, Artist of the Maya Village of Xcaret
● September 20: Maya Embroidery, an Ancient History
Silvia Terán, Expert in Maya Embroidery
Doña Magdalena Pool, Embroiderer of the Maya Village of Xcaret
● September 21: Maya Blue, Recovery of a Cultural Legacy
Luis May, Artist Sculptor, Rural Teacher and Recoverer of Maya Blue
Mauricio Kuri, Corporate Communication Xcaret
● September 22: Preserving Cultural Heritage, Responsibility of All
Patricio Chaves, Specialist in Cultural Heritage
Salomón Bazbaz, Specialist in Cultural Heritage
Don Alejo Zamora, Master Ball Player
These conferences will offer a unique opportunity to deepen the knowledge and the appreciation of Mayan art and culture.
With this fair, Xcaret not only celebrates artisanal talent, but also strengthens its role as an important promoter and protector of Mexican culture, creating a space where art and tradition meet to be appreciated and preserved.
If you are planning to be part of this experience, it is important to highlight that access to the Fair will be included in the purchase of the ticket to Xcaret Park, or, if you only want to attend the event, you can purchase tickets at the park ticket office, for a cost of $200 pesos. For more information, please consult
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