Diego Fernando Quint… · CC BY-SA 3.0Festival Musiqueada Mangoguýpe
An afternoon and night of Paraguayan music outdoors, organized by Ybycuí's Cultural Commission.
What it is
Ybycuí, about 120 km from Asunción, is known as a festive town, and the Musiqueada Mangoguýpe is one of its best-loved gatherings: a day of Paraguayan music outdoors, under old trees, on a town venue. It is organized by Ybycuí's Cultural Commission and brings together national and regional artists, harpists, singers, dance groups and comedy acts, plus tributes to local figures. According to press reports, visitors arrive from many departments to enjoy a folk programme with typical food and crafts. Combine it with a visit to nearby Ybycuí National Park.
What to see and do
- Paraguayan music outdoors under old trees
- Guest harpists, singers and ballets
- Tributes to local cultural figures
- Typical food and crafts
Tips
Ybycuí is about 120 km from Asunción; leave early.,Wear light clothes and bring repellent: it is an open venue with lots of vegetation.,Confirm the date and programme with the Cultural Commission or the municipality before travelling.
Dates may shift to the nearest weekend.
What to see
Ybycuí (Minas Cué) · Paraguarí
Parque Nacional Ybycuí
Atlantic Forest, cold-water falls and the ruins of the La Rosada iron foundry, from 1854.
Ybycuí · Paraguarí
Fundición de Hierro La Rosada (Minas Cué)
The rebuilt ruins of the iron foundry from the era of Carlos Antonio López, destroyed in 1869.
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Researched and reviewed in September 2026 with 3 sources. A second reviewer checked dates, coordinates and lodging. Hours and prices may change.