Independence Day in San Miguel de Allende

Some images from the Jardin in San Miguel de Allende on the night of September 15, 2010.

Mexican Independence in San Miguel de Allende

Lucy Nuñez, in her first term as mayor of San Miguel de Allende gave the traditional cry for independence "el grito" this year from the second story balcony of the historical home of Ignacio Allende, one of Mexico's heroes of the independence movement 200 years ago. This year, 2010, marks the first time a woman has ever done it. It's too bad the microphone was so low.

Watch the video all the way through to see the fireworks immediately following the Grito.

Our 2009 Day of the Dead Altar at Antigua Capilla B&B in San Miguel de Allende

Here's our first video that we recently put together while fooling around with a movie maker program. The video shows images of our Day of the Dead altar inside our old chapel at Antigua Capilla Bed and Breakfast. We had lots of help, and it still took over 6 hours to complete!

The Day of the Dead is a huge Mexican holiday that is celebrated to remember those who have passed away. The holiday is celebrated over 2 days, November 1 and 2, to coincide with the Catholic holidays of All Saints Day and All Souls Day. In Mexico, it is tradition to erect altars in honor of the deceased.

Fall Calendar of Events

Molcajetes - Mexican Mortar and Pestles - Mmm, Fresh Salsa!

Come spend some time with us this fall at Antigua Capilla Bed and Breakfast! To help you plan your visit to San Miguel de Allende, here’s a fall calendar of events.

• Sept 29 - San Miguel Archangel Day (Patron Saint of San Miguel)

• Oct 10 - San Francisco Day

• Oct 12 - Columbus Day

• Oct 14 to Nov 1 – Cervantino International Music Festival in Guanajuato and Leon

• Nov 1 - All Saints Day

• Nov 2 - Day of the Dead (All Souls Day)

• Nov 20 - Celebration of the Revolution of 1910

• Nov 25 - Thanksgiving Day in the U.S.

• Nov 26 to Dec 5- International Jazz & Blues Festival

• Dec 12 – Celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe

• Dec 16-24 – Las Posadas