Did you know you can experience an equinox ceremony in Guachimontones? Head to this incredible archaeological site this weekend to welcome spring.
From March 20 to 22, 2026, there will be various cultural activities in Teuchitlán and at the Guachimontones Interpretive Center, including workshops, demonstrations, and performances to celebrate the equinox.
On March 21, there will be performances of the ancestral ball game, one of the most representative traditions of Mesoamerican cultures, with shows at 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at the Guachimontones Interpretive Center.
In addition, the festival will also feature art workshops, music, and community activities.
2026 Equinox Program
Friday, March 20
- 10:00 a.m. / Opening Parade / Teuchitlán Main Square
- 3:00 p.m. / Clay sculpture and painting workshops / Teuchitlán Main Square
Saturday, March 21
- 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. / Ancient ball game / Guachimontones Interpretive Center
- 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM / DJ Sets / Main Plaza Forum
Sunday, March 22
- 12:00 p.m. / Closing Ceremony / Teuchitlán Main Square
More about the equinox in Guachimontones
This archaeological site, located just over an hour from Guadalajara, has become one of the favorite places to welcome spring.
Guachimontones is home to one of the most impressive archaeological complexes in western Mexico. It is famous for its circular pyramids, unique in Mesoamerica, and for having been part of a city that included ceremonial areas, ball courts, obsidian workshops, and residential spaces.
The complex also houses the Guachimontones Phil Weigand Interpretive Center, a museum that helps visitors better understand the history, natural environment, and culture of this ancient settlement.
Admission to the site is affordable, and there are usually discounts for students, teachers, and seniors, as well as free admission for children.
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