Aug 2009 (annual) Museo Histórico Nacional
The annual Chilean Crafts, Song and Dance exhibition (Muestra Artesanía Chilena Canto y Danza) aims to promote the country's cultural heritage and is held on the patio of Santiago's Natural History Museum. More
Nov - Dec 2008 (annual) Parque Bustamante
Around 150 artisans from a never-ending list of Latin American countries proudly exhibit typical handicrafts at the International Exhibition of Traditional Arts and Crafts in Santiago's Parque Bustamante. Every year there is a special theme relating to a specific country. More
19 Apr 2009 (annual) Galpón 9
Scour stylish clothes, shoes, jewellery and accessories by up-and-coming Chilean designers at the New Trends Fair in Galpón 9 in Santiago's Bellavista neighbourhood. It's free to shop and DJs provide tunes to accompany your browsing. More
Apr 2009 (annual) Parque Arauco
In a bid to be considered alongside London, Paris and nearby Sao Paulo, Chile Fashion Week parades next season's collections on around 20 catwalks. Respected national designers and a few big international names are represented at Parque Arauco shopping centre. More
6 - 8 Mar 2009 (annual) El Trébol Campsite
The Monte Mapu International Festival of Ecology, Ethnicity & Culture highlights the perils of global warming. Festival-goers can enjoy performing arts and live music at the Isla de Maipo's El Trébol Campsite, 50km south-east of Santiago de Chile. More
Sep 2009 (annual) Hotel Plaza San Francisco
The 1980s saw a renaissance in Chilean winemaking and the country now has more than 50 wineries. Sample well-known varieties such as Errázuriz and Santa Rita at the Chilean Wine Fair in Santiago's Hotel Plaza San Francisco. More
Dec 2009 (annual) Vitacura Bicentenary Park
More than 150 artisans from countries across Latin American display their handiwork at the International Display of Traditional Arts & Crafts in Santiago's Vitacura Bicentenary Park. Shoppers can also lunch on regional specialities and enjoy lively Chilean folklore music. More
Daily Catedral Metropolitana
Not only was the first Catedral Metropolitana burnt down by Mapuche Indians, it has also been damaged several times by the region's periodic earthquakes. It now stands in a composite of baroque and classical styles with its magnificent interior. More