Expo Prado

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Food & DrinkMontevideo
Dates11–20 September 2026Confirmed listing
Duration10 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forRegional food & drinkExpo Prado's roots trace to 1883, when
Language["es"]Currency: UYU
CategoryFood & DrinkFestival type
The story

Expo Prado in Montevideo

Expo Prado, formally the Exposicion Internacional de Ganaderia, Muestra Internacional Agroindustrial y Comercial, is Uruguay's major annual livestock and agroindustrial fair, held over ten days each September at the Rural del Prado grounds in Montevideo. Organized by the Asociacion Rural del Uruguay since 1883, it draws roughly 500,000 visitors, making it one of the country's most attended events.

In 1871, in the years following Uruguay's Revolucion de las Lanzas, a group of ranchers and agricultural producers founded the Asociacion Rural del Uruguay to advocate for the country's rural economy.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

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The place changes

Expo Prado's roots trace to 1883, when Asociacion Rural del Uruguay president Domingo Ordonana organized the country's first Exposicion Nacional de la Produccion, and the event moved to its permanent home at the purpose-built Rural del Prado grounds in 1913, when the site opened specifically to house it

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The mystery stays covered

What began as a livestock and machinery showcase for ranchers has grown into a ten-day event combining cattle and equipment exhibitions with international commercial pavilions and cultural programming, drawing an estimated 500,000 visitors annually, a figure that places it among Uruguay's largest recurring public events of any kind, agricultural or otherwise

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Continues the Asociacion Rural del Uruguay's founding mission

Water and renewal

Living ritual

established in 1871

The sacred route

Living ritual

to promote agricultural production and support rural workers

The local code

Living ritual

through an annual livestock and agroindustrial exhibition tradition dating to 1883

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

11–20 September 2026

Getting around

Getting to Expo Prado works best when the return plan is settled before arrival.

What to wear

Early September in Montevideo is cool spring, so layers work well for cooler mornings warming into milder afternoons; comfortable closed shoes are essential given the fairground's size.

Safety

Expo Prado is easier when valuables are secure and the group knows where to meet if separated.

Where to stay

For peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Montevideo.

Tickets/cost

Entry may be free while tastings, meals, or special tables are paid locally.

Language/currency

["es"] · UYU

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map34.90 S, 56.19 WOpen in Google Maps

Montevideo, Montevideo, Uruguay

Nearest airportMVD — Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso
TransportGetting to Expo Prado works best when the return plan is settled before arrival.
Stay areaFor peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Montevideo.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Montevideo via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Montevideo, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for September.Compare faresFestival gearEarly September in Montevideo is cool spring, so layers work well for cooler mornings warming into milder afternoons; comfortable closed shoes are essential given the fairground's size.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Uruguay and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Expo Prado?

Expo Prado is listed for 11–20 September 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Expo Prado take place?

The festival is listed in Montevideo, Uruguay. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

10 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Montevideo, Montevideo, Uruguay

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLexpoprado.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed dates11–20 September 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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