It is the traditional music of the Sierra Gorda of Querétaro, it has influences from San Luis Potosí, Hidalgo and Guanajuato. Huapango is a living tradition in Jalpan de Serra. Men and women enjoy it at a patronal party, the fair, a cultural night in the Main Garden, a wedding, etc.

Declared Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2003 by UNESCO, the Franciscan Missions are the beautiful legacy of San Junípero Serra.

Archaeological zone where the great development of the Huasteca culture can be appreciated. It means hill of fire, it reached its splendor between the years 700 to 900 of our era, and it is an astronomical place governed by the movement of the sun. The area is made up of three squares on a slope and the buildings simulate the shape of the neighboring hill.

The Plaza El Mirador is where the elite people lived and ceremonies were held. This is indicated by the evidence located in both individual and collective burials of Huastec characteristics of cranial deformation, the ceramics associated with this culture, as well as objects of copper, shell and obsidian.

The architecture of Tancama was also part of Mesoamerica, it has its own characteristics such as buildings with flagstones and round shapes.

Originally known as the "Fuerte de Jalpan"; It was built in the 16th century by Fray Juan Ramos de Lora, it is one of the oldest buildings in Jalpan, for many years it served as a military fort, later it was the regional prison for more than 50 years. Since 1991 it houses the cultural and historical heritage of the Sierra Gorda.

Through its 7 rooms it is possible to admire the evolution of the Sierra Gorda during the different stages of national history, all supported by the remains found in the region, as well as images and documents that have served to forge the identity of the Sierra Gorda Queretana.

It takes place on January 5 and 6. It is the most important religious festival in the municipality and is dedicated to the Santo Niño de la Mezclita; so named because it was found in the community of that same name. Mr. Antonio Velásquez, from Guanajuato, brought with him the Holy Child, who since 1890 has already been attributed miracles.

This child was given to Father Román Herrera, thus initiating the celebration in the community of Ayutla. However, the scandals caused during the festivities forced the bishop to pick up the Niño and later deliver him to Jalpan, where currently between twenty and twenty-five thousand people arrive from different communities, other municipalities and neighboring states.

During the celebration of the Semana Mayor, in Jalpan the procession of the Via Crucis takes place with a tour through several streets of the Municipal Headquarters.

The fair is held to commemorate the anniversary of the founding of Jalpan as a Franciscan Mission, held on April 21, 1744. This fair is organized with artistic, cultural and sports events, among which the annual sport fishing tournament. This fair is currently the most important and busiest celebration in the region Serrana and lasts about a week.

On May 3, the day of the Holy Cross is celebrated. Religious celebration attended by a large number of parishioners from the surroundings of the Jalpan Mission. This celebration is very colorful because all the parishioners buy crosses made of paper and colored ribbons that they carry to bless the church.

During the month of June, the Sierra Gorda Ecological Group holds the celebration of the Earth Festival, during which they present their biosphere conservation projects and hold games and other events in which children participate. These activities highlight the importance of conserving and caring for nature and all the forms of life that exist in the Sierra Gorda.

On July 25, the patronal feast dedicated to Santiago Apóstol takes place, to whom the Mission of Jalpan is dedicated. The celebrations of the day begin with the mañanitas to the saint. Throughout the day processions, fireworks, confirmations, first communions and others take place. During the previous days there are some artistic and cultural events that frame this celebration.

In the central garden of Jalpan the traditional cry of Independence is performed on the night of September 15. The festival is celebrated with a fireworks display and a dance with huapango music. Jaripeos and sporting events are held on the 16th.

As part of the culture of the Mexican people, the cult of death has always held an important place in Jalpan as well. In the first days of November, people go to the cemetery to remember their dead relatives and adorn their graves. On the night of November 2, a contest for the altar of the dead is held in the square with a large participation of the population of the Municipal Head and surrounding towns.

In Jalpan the traditional posadas are held from December 16 to 24. In the past, each neighborhood used to make posada that the entire town attended, but today, given the great growth that the population has had, each neighborhood celebrates its posadas independently with great enthusiasm and social collaboration.

On the occasion of the celebration of December 24 and 31, several events typical of the Christmas season are held at the Municipal Head: pastorelas, Christmas carols, etc. On the nights of the 24th and 31st, the residents gather in the central garden to enjoy hot punch to the rhythm of a tasty huapango that invites everyone present to not stand still and catch a dancing partner.

This season coincides with the dates when some migrants return to enjoy the festivities of the season with their friends and family. For this reason, a group of merchants from Jalpan organizes a celebration called El día del Paisano, which recognizes the efforts of migrants who take advantage of the season to buy various items in Jalpan. Among the events that are organized on this day, the parade of decorated cars and the popular dance that takes place are a big hit.