2009 Feria International de Cochabamba

The Feria International de Cochabamba is one of the largest trade fairs in Bolivia this Fair is accompanied by shows, great food and artist presentations. The Fair includes companies from around the world, showcasing their products, going from the food industry to technology and machinery. This event qualified as one of the most important economic events in the country, expects to generate more than 150 million dollars in business transactions, commercial agreements and other activities such as tourism, entertainment, services, direct sales, among others.

Date of the event: Starts on April 23th (normally goes for two weeks)
Recurrence: las week of April (Movable Event Organizer defines de date)
Location: Feria International de Cochabamba, Cochabamba
Type: Trade Fair

Season: High
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Easter in Bolivia (Semana Santa)

This is one of the most important celebrations in the Bolivian calendar. The celebration is deep into the catholic roots of the country. It includes processions and parades on every city and town.
The long Holiday (starts on Thursday and ends on Sunday), it's used for many Bolivians as a chance for a short vacation; therefore most hotels are completely booked during this days. We recommend you to do your reservation well in advance if possible; and to double check with the hotel, for availability at least one day before you get there.

The peoples favorites are: Coroico in La Paz, Uyuni Salt flats in Potosi, the Las Misiones or Samaipata in Santa Cruz, etc.


Recurrence: April or May (Movable according with the Roman Catholic Calendar)
Where: Bolivia
Type: Religious
Season: High