The Cradle of National Independence is preparing to experience the thrill of Mexico's third match with a unique tourist offering that invites you to discover the historical and cultural heart of Guanajuato.
The passion for football and the pride of being Mexican will find an unparalleled stage in Dolores Hidalgo Cradle of National Independence (C.I.N.), which will welcome visitors from all over the country during the official screening of Mexico's third gathering, in the Biggest Football Fiesta.
Recognized as the place where the fight for Mexican Independence began and the land that saw the birth of José Alfredo Jiménez, this Magical Town joins the football celebration with an experience that goes beyond the sport, inviting visitors to discover the historical, cultural, gastronomic, and tourist richness that distinguishes Guanajuato.
While experiencing the excitement of soccer, fans will be able to tour some of the most iconic sites in the municipality, such as the Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows, where Miguel Hidalgo proclaimed the historic Cry of Independence; the National Independence Museum; the Hidalgo House Museum; and the Bicentennial Museum, spaces that preserve the memory of the events that gave origin to our nation.
The experience also includes enjoying one of the destination's most representative traditions: the famous artisanal ice creams with traditional and exotic flavors that have brought international fame to Dolores Hidalgo. From garambullo and borrachita to original creations like avocado, nopal, or mole, these creations are part of the local gastronomic heritage.
For those seeking an authentic immersion in the municipality's identity, traditional cantinas inspired by the legacy of José Alfredo Jiménez offer a journey through the music, stories, and customs that have made Dolores Hidalgo a staple of Mexican popular culture.
Visitors will also be able to discover The Little Plain, a community with Otomi roots that preserves valuable testimonies of sacred art and ancestral traditions; tour the Historic Center on board the traditional tourist tram; visit the Mausoleum of José Alfredo Jiménez; to venture into the Wine Route, an enological experience that connects Dolores Hidalgo with San Miguel de Allende through vineyards, wineries, and unique landscapes.
Furthermore, during the promotion of the headquarters, the cultural offerings that distinguish the municipality throughout the year will be highlighted, emphasizing the José Alfredo Jiménez International Festival, held every November and considered one of the most important musical events in the country. This festival brings together thousands of visitors around the legacy of the composer of classics such as “The King” and “Roads of Guanajuato”through concerts, serenades, cultural tours, gastronomic showcases, and artistic activities.
Likewise, Dolores Hidalgo invites to return during the traditional Patriotic Holidays, of September 6 to 16, when the city becomes the national epicenter of Independence celebrations, as well as to the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, one of the most important religious and popular expressions in the region.
And for those seeking wellness and alternative tourism experiences, the municipality offers options such as Pehuame Temazcal y The Lavender Project, initiatives that combine tradition, nature, and community development.
With this wide range of experiences, Dolores Hidalgo consolidates itself as one of the unmissable destinations for those who visit Guanajuato during the Biggest Soccer Party, demonstrating that sporting emotion can be complemented by the historical, cultural, and gastronomic richness that the state projects Mexico and the world.
Guanajuato are you ready to receive the passion of football and invite yourself to discover the destination where Independence was born Mexico, where one sings to Joseph Alfredo Jimenez and where each visitor finds an authentically Mexican experience.