Fiestas Patrias is one of Chile’s most vibrant expression of culture and tradition, and the particular hue of the festivities varies throughout the country, as different regions add their own customs to the celebrations. A long coastal country, Chile’s political boundaries include a number of inhabited islands. Throughout the nation’s history, these island cultures typically … More Escape from Chile’s mainland for Fiestas Patrias: Island celebrations on Chiloé

Winter’s chill still hasn’t released Patagonia in September. For this reason, warm Fiestas Patrias festivities are especially welcome in the far south of Chile. Aisén del General Carlos Ibáñez del Campo Region – Aysén Communities throughout the Aysén commune host a variety of events for Fiestas Patrias. The small port town of Puerto Ibáñez celebrates … More Fiestas Patrias in Patagonia: celebrating at the tip of South America

Fiestas Patrias celebrations in southern Chile assume the rustic flavors of the local “campos” – farms and ranches – that inhabit the forests and valleys of these regions of lakes and volcanoes. Participate in the following Fiestas Patrias activities, experiencing folkloric traditions firsthand, and enjoying the warm and welcome sensations of home and family that … More Fiestas Patrias in Chile’s south: celebrate within the regions of lakes and volcanoes

Chile’s central valley is especially hospitable to outdoor Fiestas Patrias activities, due to the area’s pleasant spring climate in September. The same Mediterranean climate also nurtures production of many popular foods that are enjoyed throughout the nation during Fiestas Patrias, including grapes used to make chicha. The significant population of Santiago’s metropolitan region is conducive … More Spend Fiestas Patrias in central Chile: celebrations in Central Valley