Vendimia de Surco

The Vendimia de Surco, Lima, is held every March or April to celebrate the grape harvest since 1938. In the old days, sixty-five local wineries used to participate in the event. Nowadays four wineries keep the tradition alive showing their wines and piscos to the visitors. Festivities include the beauty pageant Miss Vendimia de Surco; the treading by foot at the Plaza de Armas; and the showcase of the wineries’ products including samples for the public. During the five-day event, other Peruvian traditions take part in the celebrations, such as an exhibition of Caballos de Paso (Peruvian Paso Horse), handcrafts for sale, and Peruvian cuisine to enjoy while local artists bring music and joy to the thousands of visitors that come every year.