Mama Negra 2026 in Latacunga: parade date and characters
November's Mama Negra parade goes through Latacunga on 7 November 2026. Who plays the five main characters this year and what is still to be confirmed.
Already happened What this guide covers ended on Saturday, November 7. See what is coming in Latacunga
The Mama Negra parade will go through Latacunga on 7 November 2026, according to La Gaceta. When this guide was published, neither the time nor the route had been announced; the official page is the place to check.
The five characters of 2026
- Mama Negra: Marcelo Mogro.
- Ángel de la Estrella: Alejandro Fabara.
- Rey Moro: Carlos Tovar.
- Capitán: Francisco Mullo.
- Abanderado: Luis Cepeda.
During September and October each of them held their jocha, according to the official page's agenda.
Local holiday
Primicias reports that Latacunga's local holiday moves to Friday 13 November. The parade is a week earlier, so do not mix the two up.
More plans
See the Latacunga agenda and, below, the next plans in the city.
