Yanga celebrates 50th anniversary of Carnival and Afro Yanga Fest

The municipality of Yanga, Veracruz, concluded its 2026 Carnival and Afro Yanga Fest celebrations, marking the 50th anniversary of the event. The festivities drew thousands of locals and tourists, featuring parades, musical performances, and cultural activities designed to highlight Afro-descendant roots and historical memory.

Key components of the celebration included workshops on Afro percussion, mask painting, and the significance of African turbans. The event also featured the ‘Sabores de Libertad’ gastronomic pavilion and the Encounter of Son Jarocho. Parades included participation from various Afro-Veracruz communities and a royal court that included members of the Yanga community residing in the United States.