Gaucho Tours in Buenos Aires

If during your trip to Buenos Aires you want to get to know Argentine customs, the best alternative is to attend some of the gaucho festivals that are held around the capital. The one you choose will depend largely on the time of the year you visit the city, although all options will help you to understand the local culture and customs.

Among the best gaucho festivals are the Fiesta Nacional de la Tradición, the Fiesta Nacional del Salame Quintero, the shows at the Fiesta Nacional de la Guitarra, the Fiesta Nacional del Tango and the Delta del Tigre during the Fiesta del Deporte Náutico.

The Fiesta Nacional de la Tradición is an annual celebration held in San Antonio de Areco, a few kilometers outside Buenos Aires. Book a gaucho excursion to San Antonio de Areco and enjoy one of the most important celebrations in the country's festival calendar celebrating the rich culture and tradition of the Pampas Region, which is the productive heart of Argentina.

If you plan to visit Buenos Aires in November, you can participate in this festival that lasts several days. During the event, San Antonio de Areco is transformed into a center of traditional activities: horse parades, live folkloric music, typical dances, handicraft exhibitions and regional food. You can also take cooking classes there.

The horse parades are one of the highlights of the festival. You can see riders dressed in traditional clothing and riding Criollo horses, the breed of horses that have been bred in the region since colonial times. There are also horse races and dressage demonstrations. In addition, folkloric music is another essential part of the festival. Local and national artists perform on open-air stages and in dance halls playing traditional music such as samba, chacarera and gato.

Details of interest

• Where: San Antonio de Areco, Buenos Aires.
• When: During the first half of November.

The Fiesta Nacional del Tango is a cultural event of great importance in Junín in July and is an opportunity to enjoy the music and dance of tango, one of the most representative artistic expressions of Argentine culture.

In this festival there are several cultural activities such as live music shows, tango classes, dance contests and art exhibitions. In addition, visitors can enjoy live shows performed by renowned local and national artists.

Dance competitions are also held, where dancers demonstrate their skill and passion for tango by competing for the title of champion of the Fiesta Nacional del Tango. If you want to go prepared, don't hesitate to pre-book a tango lesson. In addition, the festival also features food and drink stands, where visitors can sample a wide variety of typical dishes from the region and the country, accompanied by wines and craft beers.

Details of interest

• Where: Junín, Buenos Aires.
• When: During the second half of July.

The Fiesta Nacional de Peñas y Fortines is a celebration of tradition and gaucho culture in the city of Las Flores, a few kilometers from Buenos Aires. This event, which takes place every year in November, is an ideal opportunity for visitors to experience the life and culture of the Argentine gauchos.

During the festival, various activities and events are held, such as horse and carriage parades, Creole skill competitions, horse races and traditional dance exhibitions. There are also performances by local musical groups and artists, who offer a sample of the music and culture of the region.

In addition, the Fiesta Nacional de Peñas y Fortines also offers an opportunity for visitors to taste delicious typical Argentinean food such as asados, empanadas, locro and other regional dishes. The festival also features a variety of craft and souvenir stands, where you can buy handmade products made by local artisans. The highlight of the festival is the election of the National Queen of the Peñas y Fortines, a competition that highlights the beauty, talent and grace of the women of the region.

Details of interest

• Where: Las Flores, Buenos Aires.
• When: Every year in November.

The Fiesta Nacional del Deporte Náutico is an event held in Tigre, which is one of the most beautiful cities outside Buenos Aires. This festival, which takes place in March, pays tribute to water sports and the importance of the river in the culture and history of the region.

Book an excursion to the Tigre Delta and enjoy the rhythm of the festival marked by the various competitions and sports exhibitions, which include water skiing, rowing, kayaking, windsurfing, sailing and jet skiing. There is also a wide variety of activities for the whole family such as boat rides, canoe rides, and water sports classes for children in the Delta del Tigre.

In addition to the sporting events, this festival also offers visitors the opportunity to experience the local culture, with a wide variety of food and drink stalls, handicrafts and souvenirs. The restaurants and bars near the river offer a unique gastronomic experience, with a wide selection of dishes and drinks typical of the region. This festival will also give you the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful natural landscapes of Tigre, with its many canals, rivers and lakes.

Details of interest

• Where: Tigre, Buenos Aires.
• When: Every year in March.

One of the most important events in Mercedes, on the outskirts of Buenos Aires, is the Salame Quintero National Festival, which takes place in September. An opportunity to enjoy the local gastronomy, music and culture of the region.

In this festival you will be able to taste a great variety of products made with pork meat such as empanadas or the Quintero salami, the protagonist of the festival. This salami, with its unique and mild flavor, is an emblematic product of the region, and has been handmade for over 100 years.

In addition to the food, in this festival that you can discover if you travel to Buenos Aires in spring, you will know a wide variety of cultural activities, live music shows with local and national artists performing folk and traditional Argentine music and recreational activities such as Creole skills contests and games for children. Another highlight of the festival is the craft fair with a wide variety of handmade items.

Details of interest

• Where: Mercedes, Buenos Aires.
• When: During the first half of September.

The Fiesta Nacional de la Guitarra is one of Dolores' highlights in March and an opportunity to enjoy the music and culture of the region, especially if you plan to visit Buenos Aires in the summer.

During the Fiesta Nacional de la Guitarra, you'll see the town come alive with local and national artists playing different styles of music live, from folk to rock and pop. In addition, guitar competitions are held, where participants demonstrate their skill and talent with this instrument. Various cultural activities are also held during the festival, including music and dance workshops, art exhibitions, craft fairs and musical instrument exhibitions.

The guitar parade is one of the highlights of the festival, a unique event in its style, where participants carry guitars decorated in creative and original ways, in a display of passion and fanaticism for music and for this instrument that you will also enjoy if you book a tango show in Buenos Aires. Finally, the festival also features a wide variety of food stalls, where visitors can taste a wide variety of typical dishes of the region such as asados, empanadas and sweets.

Details of interest

• Where: Dolores, Buenos Aires.
• When: During the second half of March.

If you want to participate in one of the tastiest culinary events of the Argentine calendar of local celebrations, you can attend the National Homemade Pasta Festival, which is a gastronomic event that takes place in General Las Heras and that you can attend if you plan to visit Buenos Aires in April.

In this festival you can taste a wide variety of homemade pasta, made with fresh and quality ingredients. Visitors can enjoy typical dishes of the region, such as tagliatelle, ravioli, gnoquis and lasagna, prepared in an artisanal way. The festival also features a program of cultural activities, including music and dance performances and cooking competitions.

One of the most popular attractions of the National Homemade Pasta Festival is the pasta-making competition. In it, participants show off their culinary skills. In addition, as you will be able to do tastings, this festival can be included in the best gastronomic tours of Buenos Aires. There are also educational activities, such as cooking workshops and talks on nutrition and healthy eating. A tip: if you want to further explore Argentine cuisine, don't hesitate to book an Argentine empanada cooking class.

Details of interest

• Where: General Las Heras, Buenos Aires.
• When: During the first half of April.

One of the events you can see and do in Buenos Aires is the Fiesta de la Música Popular de Baradero. At this three-day festival, music lovers gather to enjoy a variety of popular music artists, including rock, folk, tango and other modern genres.

The festival takes place in the city's municipal amphitheater, which has a capacity for thousands of people. During the days of the event, the stage is home to some of Argentina's greatest music legends, as well as emerging young artists that you can enjoy if you plan to tour Buenos Aires in February.

In addition to live performances, the festival offers a variety of activities, including craft fairs, food and drink stalls, and musical instrument exhibitions. There are also workshops and music classes for the little ones, allowing attendees to experience music in a more interactive way, especially if you plan to travel to Buenos Aires with children.

Details of interest

• Where: Baradero, Buenos Aires.
• When: Every year in February.

The National Flower Festival is one of the most important events in Escobar next to Buenos Aires. This event takes place every year in September and is an opportunity to enjoy the beauty and fragrance of regional flowers. Confirm that Escobar is among the stops if you book the Buenos Aires tourist bus and get there comfortably.

During this celebration, flower and plant exhibitions are held , where visitors can admire a great variety of species. In addition, gardening competitions are held, where participants demonstrate their skill and creativity in the design and decoration of gardens and flower arrangements.

You can also attend music and dance shows, costume contests and art exhibitions. The festival will also elect the National Flower Queen, an opportunity for local women to showcase their beauty and elegance and compete for the title.

Details of interest

• Where: Escobar, Buenos Aires.
• When: During the last week of September.

If you are looking to take part in a historical celebration, you cannot miss the National Federation Week Festival, which takes place every year in March in San Miguel del Monte and pays tribute to the creation of Argentina's National Constitution that took place in the city of Santa Fe in 1853, marking the formal beginning of the Nation. Cultural, sporting and social activities mark the agenda of this event, which also includes a military parade, in which the armed forces, police and civilian groups participate.

In addition, the festival also features sporting events, such as motor racing, cycling and foot races, as well as art exhibitions, live music and theater. If you plan to visit Buenos Aires in March, you will be able to participate in this integral celebration, which combines Argentine tradition with the best cultural activities.

During the Week of the Federation, the National Queen of the Festival is also elected, in which the candidates represent different cities and regions of the country. The queen of the festival becomes the ambassador of the city and participates in various events and activities during her reign.

Details of interest

• Where: San Miguel del Monte, Buenos Aires.
• When: Every year in March.