Overview
- The fair runs through August 17 in Santa Clara del Cobre, featuring traditional dance, music, regional cuisine and artisan exhibitions.
- The 80th National Hammered Copper Contest evaluated 411 entries and awarded 63 prizes across national, state and local categories.
- Award highlights included Daniel Velázquez Ángel for best national piece, José Antonio Parra Ramírez for state recognition and Fernando Martínez Paredes for the Santa Clara award.
- Evelyn Ornelas was crowned Reina del Cobre 2025 with Laila Ruiz and Valentina Ruiz named princesses.
- State officials confirmed that artisans will represent Michoacán at Xcaret’s Tradiciones Vida y Muerte festival from October 30 to November 2.