Xetulul prepares a celebration for its 24th anniversary with music, parades, and surprises for its visitors
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Guatemala's Xetulul amusement park celebrates its 24th anniversary with a month-long festival featuring music, parades, and special events.
- The celebration, themed "Where magic is celebrated," runs from June 25 to July 19, with extended hours and special activities at affiliated parks Xocomil and Xejuyup.
- The event includes performances by various artists, a marimba band, anniversary cake, and fireworks, with specific dates and times for concerts and parades detailed.
Xetulul, Guatemala's renowned amusement park, is preparing for a grand celebration marking its 24th anniversary under the theme "Where magic is celebrated." The festivities are set to run from June 25 to July 19, offering visitors a diverse array of attractions, including live music, parades, and surprise events.
The park, which can accommodate up to 12,500 visitors, features nine plazas designed with architectural influences from Guatemala's heritage and European cultures. These plazas will serve as the backdrop for the anniversary events, promising a magical experience for guests of all ages.
The Gran Parque de Diversiones Xetulul offers a great variety of activities, impressive attractions and mechanical games for visitors of all ages.
Special extended hours will be in effect at Xetulul, Xocomil, and Xejuyup from June 25 to July 5. The celebration will feature a lineup of artists such as Viernes Verde, Viento en Contra, Hancer, and Sonora de May Velรกsquez, alongside traditional marimba performances, an anniversary cake cutting, and elaborate parades.
Attendees can also look forward to spectacular pyrotechnic displays on select dates. Ticket prices vary for children, adults, and seniors, with special benefits for affiliated members. The detailed schedule includes specific times for concerts, parades, mariachi music, and various shows like "Irtra es felicidad" and "Fiesta Bรกvara."
From Plaza Chapina to Plaza Pueblo Fantasรญa will be the stages for the celebration that Irtra has prepared for this 24th anniversary.
Originally published by Prensa Libre in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.