By: Melany Carranza
The Parade of the Locos in San Miguel de Allende is one of the oldest traditions in the city, it takes place every year in honor of San Juan Bailón.
What is the Parade of Fools?
This parade is made up of an approximate number of nine traditional groups, all made up of people who were born in San Miguel de Allende. For its realization all are characterized with masks, hats, colorful and crazy clothing.
The parade starts from the church of San Antonio and ends in the Central Garden, the main streets of San Miguel de Allende are filled with party and color. Both the participants and the spectators get a dose of fun like no other. The contestants throw sweets at the spectators. To keep the parade alive, there is live music and parties in every part of the city.
