{"id":11203,"date":"2026-10-01T23:21:37","date_gmt":"2026-10-02T04:21:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/incredibleperutours.com\/?post_type=cusco&p=11203"},"modified":"2026-10-02T08:56:29","modified_gmt":"2026-10-02T13:56:29","slug":"cusco-in-june","status":"publish","type":"cusco","link":"https:\/\/incredibleperutours.com\/en\/cusco\/cusco-in-june\/","title":{"rendered":"Cusco in June: A Guide to Jubilee Month, Inti Raymi, and the Festivals You Can\u2019t Miss"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

June is the month when Cusco celebrates its identity. For several weeks, the city fills with parades, dances, processions, and Inca reenactments that attract travelers from around the world. If you are thinking about visiting during this time, here you will find everything you need to know: what is celebrated, what the weather is like, how to get tickets for Inti Raymi, and what you should book well in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the weather like in Cusco in June?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

June falls in the middle of winter in the southern Andes, which here coincides with the dry season. Days are usually sunny, with clear skies and temperatures that can reach 19 \u00b0C around midday. Nights and early mornings, however, are very cold and temperatures can drop below 0 \u00b0C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This contrast is important when planning your trip: outdoor activities, such as Inti Raymi at Sacsayhuam\u00e1n, take place under strong sunshine, while evening processions and early-morning departures require warm clothing. Remember that the city is located at 3,399 m.a.s.l., so give yourself one or two days to acclimatize before doing any hiking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Inti Raymi in June<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What is celebrated during Cusco’s Jubilee Month?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Throughout June, the Municipality of Cusco organizes Jubilee Month, a calendar of activities centered around June 24, Cusco Day. Almost every day, there are parades by schools, universities, and institutions through the Plaza de Armas, dance performances from different provinces, food and handicraft fairs, and open-air concerts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For you as a traveler, this means that at almost any time during the month you will find something happening in the historic center, free of charge. The downside is that the main square is often closed to traffic or very crowded, so it is a good idea to stay somewhere within walking distance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cusco festivities<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qoyllur Rit’i: the pilgrimage at the foot of Ausangate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Days before Corpus Christi, thousands of pilgrims climb to the Sanctuary of Sinakara, in the district of Ocongate, at more than 4,600 m.a.s.l., for the Festival of the Lord of Qoyllur Rit’i. It is one of the most impressive celebrations in Peru and was recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Groups of ukukus, dancers wearing woolen masks, climb toward the glacier during the early hours of the morning in one of the festival’s most important moments. It is a demanding experience because of the altitude and cold, making it more suitable for well-acclimatized travelers. If you are interested in exploring this area at another time, the Ausangate trek or a visit to the community of Pacchanta allows you to experience the same mountain environment at a more relaxed pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Corpus Christi in Cusco: from the eve to the Octave<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Corpus Christi is celebrated on a Thursday, 60 days after Easter Sunday, which means it can fall in late May or June depending on the year. On the eve of the celebration, fifteen images of saints and virgins arrive from their respective parishes at the Cathedral, accompanied by bands and religious brotherhoods. On Thursday, they all take part in a procession around the Plaza de Armas in one of the busiest days of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The images remain in the Cathedral for one week, until the Octave, when they return to their churches. On that day and during the days leading up to it, look for chiriuchu around the main square, a traditional cold dish prepared especially for this celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inti Raymi: the three venues of the Festival of the Sun<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On June 24, Inti Raymi is reenacted, the ceremony through which the Incas honored the sun during the winter solstice. The performance takes place at three different locations throughout the day:<\/p>\n\n\n\n