Feria Internacional del Sol, Mérida

The Feria Internacional del Sol is the principal cultural festival of Venezuela's Andes region, based in Mérida and running for most of February. The 2026 edition opened with a grand equestrian parade drawing more than 3,600 riders and over 120,000 attendees, and includes the Sol Fest concert series, bullfighting, and cultural exhibitions. (Date shown is estimated from the event's typical annual timing — confirm with the organizer closer to the date.)