Lima will host a new edition of the fair that delights the palate: "Perú, Mucho Gusto Lima," a gastronomic event running from October 30 to November 1 on the Costa Verde esplanade in Magdalena del Mar. Organized by PromPerú, the fair will be open to the public continuously from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
How much does it cost to enter the fair?
Admission to the venue is open and completely free for people of all ages. As a mandatory security and control requirement, all attendees—including minors—must present a physical form of identification (national ID, passport, or foreigner’s ID card) to receive a wristband, which will be used to manage daily capacity.
What are the prices for the dishes?
In terms of food, the event will bring together 145 exhibitors representing the culinary traditions of the country’s 25 regions.
Food options will remain affordable, with prices starting at S/ 15 (approximately $ 4.35) for a half-portion and S/ 25 (approximately $ 7.30) for a full portion, while dishes prepared over an open flame (grilled/charcoal-cooked) will cost S/ 30 ($ 8.80).
What does the 2026 edition of the fair offer? The event features specialized themed zones, such as "Cafés del Perú" (Coffees of Peru), where exhibitors from Junín, Puno, Pasco, Cajamarca, Ayacucho, and San Martín will offer specialty coffee beans, mixology demonstrations, and an interactive workshop called "Tu Blend del Perú" (Your Peruvian Blend).
Meanwhile, the "Pisco Spirit of Peru" area will offer adults guided tastings, pairings with cheeses, fruits, and Amazonian chocolate, as well as a "Crea tu Pisco Sour" (Create Your Own Pisco Sour) workshop.
For those looking for native ingredients, the "Mercado" (Market) zone will feature 30 stalls dedicated to superfoods, cacao, chili peppers, and Andean grains, complemented by live cooking classes and open tastings.
Will there be artistic performances?
The entertainment program includes over 30 performances, ranging from regional dances and traditional street parades to surprise activations, such as flash mobs featuring *tondero*, *marinera norteña*, and music from the Amazon rainforest.
The concert lineup on the main stage includes Agrupación Afroperuana Ballumbrosio, Combinación de la Habana, and Frágil on Thursday, October 30; K'jantu Perú and Los Mirlos on Friday, October 31; Raíces D' Jauja, Mauricio Mesones, and Kate Candela on Saturday, November 1; and Micky González, Los Méndez, and Rodrigo Tapari on Sunday, November 2.
More entertainment
Additionally, families can enjoy "Mundo Aventura" (Adventure World)—a dedicated space for children featuring reading, games, and art workshops—as well as the "¿Te Apuntas?" (Are You In?) tourism information booth, which provides guidance on short trips and weekend getaways across Peru.
How do you get to the Costa Verde esplanade? To facilitate travel for attendees, the organizers have set up a special transport service called “We’ll Take You to the Fair” (“Te llevamos a la feria”), featuring four direct routes to the Costa Verde area in Magdalena del Mar.
Route 1 will depart from San Miguel, at the 500 block of Avenida Jorge Dintilhac; Route 2 will leave from the center of Lima, starting at the Paseo de los Héroes Navales near the 100 block of Jirón Roosevelt; Route 3 will operate in Miraflores, with stops at Parque Kennedy and Larcomar; and Route 4 will depart from the Monument to the Immaculate Heart of Mary (Monumento al Inmaculado Corazón de María) in Magdalena del Mar.
Can I arrive by private car?
Those who choose to arrive by private vehicle may use parking facilities managed by the Municipality of Magdalena del Mar. These will charge a flat rate of S/ 20 (approximately $ 5.80) and have limited capacity.
Prohibitions
As per the organizers' policy, the following items are not permitted: food, outside beverages, alcoholic drinks, sharp or pointed objects, banners, and printed promotional material.
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Publicado: 26/10/2026