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On May 30, Calle Palma will host the second edition of the Palmear ‘Sem Fronteiras’ Fair, featuring cuisine, dances, and music from 17 countries, promoting integration between immigrant communities and Paraguayan society on the eve of National Immigrant Week.
Esperanza Martínez denounces that the General Budget of the Nation (PGN) needs transparent resources for policies protecting women, girls, and adolescents, highlighting the high rates of child and teenage pregnancy in the country.
esperanza-martinezEmerging Paraguayan singer Elias Glz presents his new album 'Black Side', produced by Montevideo Music Group and featuring a collaboration with Alex Gargolas. Meanwhile, vocalist Amaia Montero, back with La Oreja de Van Gogh, responds to criticism of her performance in Bilbao, stating she is healthy and determined to continue the tour.
elias-glzamaia-monterola-oreja-de-van-goghmontevideo-music-groupUriel, known as 'the little giant', gave a live musical performance on a television program, showcasing his talent and opening doors for future artistic contacts.
urielmusicaThe National Secretariat of Culture, the Paraguayan Institute of Crafts, the Pussineri Foundation and the Municipality of Piribebuy, with support from UNESCO, launched a mastery contest for the elaboration of the Poncho Para’i of 60 Stripes, an intangible cultural heritage of humanity. The in-person competition will be on May 20 at the Demetrio Ortiz Cultural Center in Piribebuy.
piribebuyunescoThe Paraguayan diplomatic representation in Berlin brought together the resident community to celebrate the 215th anniversary of National Independence with dances, live music, typical cuisine, and raffles, strengthening cultural ties.
Set to premiere on March 21 in Paraguayan theaters, the film directed by Jon Favreau bets on the relationship between Din Djarin and Grogu to win back audiences after years of divisions within the franchise.
star-warsthe-mandalorian-and-grogujon-favreaupedro-pascalParaguayan musicians Stefano Pavetti and Derlis González Morel took part in a historic concert at the Pontifical Institute of Sacred Music in the Vatican, performing Pergolesi's Stabat Mater. The event marks the growing Paraguayan cultural presence at the institution and reinforces Pavetti's goal of creating a choral conducting course in Paraguay.
stefano-pavettiderlis-gonzalez-morelstabat-materEntire families, especially mothers and grandmothers, took part in the celebrations of the 215th anniversary of Paraguay's independence in the historic center of Asunción, blending culture, history, and leisure.
Last Sunday, social clubs in Asunción and surrounding areas held special events to honor mothers, featuring special menus, live music, and themed decorations.
Comforting recipes from Eastern Europe, Scotland, and Italy stand out as nutritious options ideal for sharing with family during autumn.
borschtzuppa-toscanaThe Paraguayan play 'El mejor contando vacas', featuring Hugo Núñez and Héctor Silva, has been chosen for the FIMITEBAQ 2026 International Theater Festival in Barranquilla. The cast is seeking sponsorship to cover airfare costs.
el-mejor-contando-vacasfimitebaq-2026tiatro-mbykybarranquillaMore than 50 dogs paraded in downtown Asuncion to celebrate 215 years of Paraguay's independence at the 'Jagua Patriota' event, which also promoted responsible pet ownership and combating animal abuse.
The National Audiovisual Institute of Paraguay (INAP) and the Municipality of Villarrica signed a two-year cooperation agreement to foster the audiovisual industry and film culture in the department of Guairá, with a free Paraguayan film week planned starting in June.
inapvillarricaguairaThe building of the former Hotel Embajador, which was the home of Paraguay's only female procer, Juana María de Lara, is undergoing restoration to become a boutique hotel. The private initiative also plans to recover the former Librería Castelar, signaling a revitalization movement in the capital's center.
ex-hotel-embajadorjuana-maria-de-laraJoint radio and TV broadcast brings together experts to analyze the life, work and long exile of the creator of the Guarania, who died in Buenos Aires in 1972 and whose remains were repatriated only in 1991.
jose-asuncion-floresguaraniaThe Embassy of Japan inaugurated the exhibition “Netsuke: Miniature Sculptures Carved in Wood” at the Carlos Colombino Cultural Center, in Manzana de la Rivera, Asunción. The show, sponsored by the Japan Foundation, brings together pieces that blend Japanese tradition and contemporary carving, open to the public until June 13.
netsukeHundreds gathered in Pilar's Barrio Obrero for a patriotic parade honoring Mother's Day, followed by a free evening serenade featuring local and international artists.
barrio-obreropilarcarlos-montalvoDogs, both pets and military-trained, were the stars of Paraguay's 215th Independence Day events in Asunción, with the Jagua Patriota parade and a military canine unit drawing crowds on May 14.
independence-daydogsmilitary-dogsjagua-patriotaasuncionpet-paradeWith World Cocktail Day approaching (May 13), a simple and striking recipe for a Pink Drink — a pink cocktail — is the perfect choice for those who want to celebrate with flavor and style.
pink-drinkThousands flocked to Asunción's historic center on May 15 for the 215th anniversary of Paraguay's independence, with parades, food fairs, museum tours, and a pet parade.
independence-dayasuncionfestivitiescultural-eventspatriotic-celebrationsFollowing the 215th anniversary of Paraguay's independence, Asunción's Urban Services Directorate completed a three-phase cleanup operation across key downtown areas, including the Costanera and central plazas, ensuring the city returned to its pristine state.
asuncionindependenciaThe microcenter of Asunción was left covered in food and beverage waste after the May 14 Independence Day celebrations, with the Plaza de Armas particularly affected. Around 50 municipal workers began cleanup at 6 a.m. on May 15.
asuncionindependence-dayDuring the 215th anniversary of Paraguay's independence, pickpockets exploited large crowds in Asunción's microcentro to steal phones and wallets, forcing many victims to spend the night filing police reports. Witnesses cited low police presence as a contributing factor.
Over 120,000 people filled Asunción’s Historic Center on May 14-15, 2026, for cultural events, concerts, and the Feria Palmear, marking Paraguay’s 215th Independence Day with music, gastronomy, and family activities.
Paraguay's Mother's Day on Friday, May 15, 2026, will bring fresh morning temperatures, afternoon highs of 21–25°C, mostly cloudy skies, and scattered showers with possible thunderstorms in the north and east, according to the Dirección de Meteorología e Hidrología (DMH).
weathermother-dayforecastDuring the 215th anniversary of Paraguay's independence in Ciudad del Este, Bishop Pedro Collar urged citizens and authorities to prioritize the common good, combat corruption, and strengthen solidarity. The event featured a parade with over 60 institutions.
paraguay-independenceThe historic Paraguayan humor-music group Ab Ovo is back with three performances of their new show 'Reconexión & Reintegro' at the Teatro del Hotel Guaraní, featuring satire, music, and a special guest host.
ab-ovohumorteatroParaguay celebrates Mother's Day on May 15, coinciding with Independence Day. The tradition, rooted in 1924, has become one of the country's most emotional and deeply ingrained festivities, highlighting the central role of mothers in family and society.
Two students from Colegio San José in Ciudad del Este engaged in a physical altercation during a parade commemorating Paraguay's 215th Independence Day. The school issued a statement acknowledging the incident and noting that one student has a neurodevelopmental condition.
independenceschool-fightciudad-del-esteeducationneurodevelopmentParaguay's national team coach Gustavo Alfaro published an emotional open letter on Instagram for the 215th anniversary of Paraguay's independence, blending patriotic sentiment with a rallying cry for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. He thanked fans for their unwavering support, highlighted the values of 'garra' and 'temple,' and paid tribute to Paraguayan mothers.
gustavo-alfaroparaguay-national-teamindependence-dayCities including Caacupé, Pilar, Villarrica, and towns in Misiones and the Chaco region held civic-military parades on May 14-15, 2026, marking the 215th anniversary of Paraguay's independence. Students, teachers, police, and military personnel participated, with local officials emphasizing patriotism and community commitment.
independenceThe Museo de la Caña Paraguaya has launched guided tours for the public, celebrating 215 years of Paraguayan independence, with activities running until 9 PM.
The tenth edition of the 'Jagua Patriota' pet parade drew large crowds to Asunción's historic center, featuring dogs and other pets dressed in patriotic colors to celebrate Paraguay's 215th Independence Day.
panteon-de-los-heroesParaguay's streets are filled with flags, music, and celebrations as the country commemorates its 215th independence anniversary, with patriotic fervor reported across multiple regions.
independence215-yearscelebrationsThe Casa de la Independencia is at the heart of Paraguay's national celebrations, marked by patriotic activities, widespread flag displays, and significant citizen participation, reflecting a strong sense of national pride.
casa-da-independenciacasa-de-la-independenciaAmir Ohana, president of Israel's Knesset, sent a letter to Paraguay's Chamber of Deputies president Raúl Latorre congratulating Paraguay on its independence and emphasizing the strong friendship and cooperation between the two nations. Latorre publicly thanked Ohana and reaffirmed the shared values and diplomatic closeness.
israelindependenceknessetamir-ohanaraul-latorrePurahéi Soul begins its 2026 European tour with a performance in Madrid on May 19, bringing their blend of Paraguayan music and contemporary sounds to Spain and France.
purahei-soulmadriparisguaraniABC Color shares four traditional recipes—two for sopa paraguaya and two for chipa guazú—perfect for Fiestas Patrias and Mother's Day, highlighting the importance of fresh Paraguay cheese and offering a low-calorie chipa guazú option.
sopa-paraguayachipa-guazuCoomecipar organized a gala concert titled “Homenaje a la Madre y a la Patria” at the Teatro Lírico del Banco Central del Paraguay, featuring performances by Susana Zaldívar, Alcides Ovelar, Andantinos, Karai Tereré, and Los Alfonso. The event celebrated Paraguayan identity and the role of mothers, drawing a family audience.
coomeciparteatro-lirico-banco-centralsusana-zaldivaralcides-ovelarMiles of people attended the latest edition of Teletón’s ‘La Comilona’ in Asunción, blending gastronomy, live entertainment, and family activities. The event, reported by ABC Color, reaffirmed its status as one of Paraguay’s most iconic solidarity gatherings.
teletoncomilonaBancop hosted a celebration for its employees and executives at Cervecería Sacramento to mark Workers' Day, featuring music, camaraderie, and recognition of the team's commitment, as reported by ABC Color.
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