Origen of the party

During the Republican era, on December 6 it was not celebrated in Quito. The date was not important. In schools it is remembered as part of the civic calendar. Nobody danced and celebrated.

Only in 1960, people started to celebrate the Spanish foundation of the city. It was an idea of journalists led by César Larrea, the Mayor Jaime del Castillo and the support of the newspaper Ultimas Noticias. Since then the celebrations were organized.

On December 6, he was considered as the day of the founding of Quito in 1534.

Food

Alcoholic beverages are very popular during this celebration.

The canelazo: 

The 'canelazo' is a hot drink made with naranjilla, orange and spices. At these parties people can take some liquor to withstand cold Quito.

All food consumed varies during the holidays because it can serve any food.

Music

All types of music heard in the city. Concerts are very common at this time. The rhythms that are heard by the city are Pasacalle, cumbia, San Juanito, salsa and more. Everything is a matter of taste.

Village band: 

Songs like 'Chullita Quito' are sung by a band, and are very characteristic at parties.

Chivas: 

The 'goat' is a truck with wooden structure that covers several sites in the city with music or a band of people, who plays popular music. Passengers sing, move to the beat of the music and applauding while blowing whistles.

Traditions and activities

Decorating the balconies.

The tradition of decorating the balconies of the city reminds us of those years where women adorn the balconies of colonial Quito. Now, although not all houses have balconies, the tradition continues and people arrange your balcony to make it look more attractive.

Select 'nice Quito'

The beauty of the women of this city is renowned. To which a typical colonial suit and an umbrella is needed to avoid the intense sun that shines on half the world.

Traditional games.

Some of the traditional games of the time are: Forty, the greasy pole, wooden cars, racing bags and more.