Valdivia Week

 What is Valdivia Week?Celebrate the city of Valdivia's birthday with a week of traditional festivities that has become one of Southern Chile's most anticipated annual events.These colorful celebrations commemorate the founding of Valdivia and mark the end of summer in the region. The hub of activity takes place in the middle of Costanera Avenue and the Plaza de la Republica. Need to knowThe last night of the Valdivian week was something to experience as spectators line the waterfront to see the river corso (parade) and the amazing fireworks display presented over the Calle Calle River. Over 40 boats parade down the river, adorned with magnificent decorations made by neighborhood associations, companies, universities and other institutions.Did you know?Valdivia Week attracts around 150,000 spectators.For more information on this fascinating event, click on the link provided on this page. Don't forget to rate and review it right here and share your experience with the GoWhereWhen.com community!