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Argentina is gearing up for a week-long party to celebrate the birth of the country as an independent republic. Festivities centering in Buenos Aires began today and will continue through May Revolution Week, until May 25. These festivities are a terrific excuse to go on a Buenos Aires tour.
In May 1810, Argentina’s independence movement began, culminating on the 25th of May with the government of Rio de Plate (what is now Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay and Bolivia) creating its own government, separate to the one of the Spanish king, yet still loyal to the crown.
The center of celebrations for May Revolution Week will be on Avienda 9 de Julio
As news of this spread, similar home rule governments sprouted up. The Spanish king, weakened by the Napoleonic invasion, was unable to quell colonial ambitions. In the spirit of Enlightenment thought, many Spanish colonies successfully asserted their independence.
Cities around the country are preparing to host free live music concerts, parades, and shows. Tonight in Buenos Aires, a parade will kick-off the celebrations at 8pm. The parade will weave through the center of the city, passing the central obelisk and a concert stage on Avienda 9 de Julio. Other events will start at 8pm throughout the city.
On Saturday at 12pm, the military will celebrate the occasion with the “desfilódromo” parade, marching between the obelisk and Avienda Belgrano. Over
3000 soldiers in their historical Argentine military uniforms will accompany the Argentina Air Force and the cavalry.
Along the grand Avienda 9 de Julio will be stalls and markets for people to taste Argentinian cuisine typical of Buenos Aires as well as other regions.
Each day of festivities will have a musical theme. Rock music starts things off today, Saturday will be Latin music, Sunday will be folk and tango, and Monday will have performances from the National Symphony Orchestra. The festivities culminate on Tuesday, the 25th, with a performance by the famous Argentinean musician Fito Paez.
The key events fall on the final day, with a range of political and religious events to take place in the Casa Rosada in Plaza Mayor, in the heart of the city. While you’re in the city, check out the great Buenos Aires museums, and make sure to tango. If you’re wondering where to stay in town, we’ve got you covered with a list of Buenos Aires hotels.
Whatever you decide to do, do it in typical Argentine style: stay out late and dance!
Category: Argentina, Travel News
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