If you see me, if you see me I’m on my way to… Michoacán. Pack your bags because we are going to escape to buy Christmas ornaments. Check out how to get to the Sphere Fair in Tlalpujahua 2024 from Mexico City. Yes, the event has already started.
The 25th edition of the Tlalpujahua Sphere Fair began on September 27. This is a traditional event where artisans sell blown glass spheres. You will also find food and all kinds of ornaments.
The variety is extremely extensive, so if you are looking for something unique to decorate your Christmas tree or your home this is a good place. Last year more than 100 artisans from the region participated.
In addition to thousands of spheres, this fair will offer artistic and cultural activities related to the Day of the Dead and Christmas. For example, on October 16, 23, 24, 30 and 31 there will be a paper catrinas and make-up workshop at the Casa de Cultura Rafaela López Aguado.
On November 2 there will be a tour of living catrinas, while on November 8 the monumental tree of Tlalpujahua will be lit. On November 9, 16 and 23 you will enjoy a Christmas parade; while on November 15, 22 and 29 there will be a Coca Cola parade.
How to get to the Tlalpujahua Sphere Fair from CDMX?
According to information from the Ministry of Communications and Transportation you will spend approximately $330 ( one way) in toll booths:
- C. Mexiquense (Los Reyes junction – Zumpango junction): $59
- C. Mexiquense (Zumpango junction – Jorobas junction): $92
- Jorobas intersection – Jilotepec intersection
- Libramiento Ciudad de México (Jilotepec junction – Atlacomulco junction): $120
- Entronque Atlacomulco – Entronque Temascalcingo: $59
- Temascalcingo – Tlalpujahua Junction
If you want to take advantage of the Day of the Dead activities, we recommend going in October. However, if you are looking for a totally Christmas-like atmosphere, go in November.
The Sphere Fair of Tlalpujahua will end on December 15. The trip from CDMX to Tlalpujahua will take you about three hours.