El Aniversario de Lima
January
Anniversary of the founding of Lima, with fireworks and shows.
Throughout the city

Carnavales
February
Pre-Easter carnival, with street parties, concerts and throwing of water-filled balloons.
Throughout the city
 
Semana Santa
March or April
Holy Week consists of religious processions.
Throughout the city

Fiestas Patrias
July
Independence Day celebrations include music, military and school processions and fireworks in Plaza de Armas the previous night.
Throughout the city

Fiesta de Santa Rosa de Lima
August
The Festival of St Rose of Lima is a public holiday with processions and music.
Lima Centro

El Señor de los Milagros
October
Processions over three days honour the patron saint of Lima in the ‘The Lord of Miracles'.
Throughout the city

International Bullfighting Competitions
November
Plaza de Acho