Festival of the Gaucho Culture: Tacuarembo hosts this cultural event that’s known locally as La Fiesta Patria Gaucha. The indigenous people of the region gather for a variety of proceedings, included in which are a number of horse-related activities such as riding competitions and rodeos. There are parades, displays of cultural dancing and dining on traditional cuisine throughout the festival.

Uruguay International Film Festival: held in the city of Montevideo since 1982, this annual event sees screenings of movies, documentaries and short films from directors across the globe.

This public holiday celebrates the revolt of Uruguayan patriots against Brazil in 1825. The event is considered significant because it was a major step towards the country’s fight for independence.