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...........FESTIVALS AND EVENTS.............
| | | | July, 2008
| |  July 28–August 18, 2008
Expo Ambar Internacional - Handicrafts
San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas
The International Amber Expo highlights the hand-crafted jewels of the region. Forty-eight different tones can be found in Chiapas amber, which will be exhibited in a variety of forms, from sculptures to pieces of jewelry. |
July 29–August 12, 2008
Festival Internacional de Musica de Camara - Music
San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
The 28th International Chamber Music Festival is an end-of-summer classical music festival featuring award-winning international ensembles, guest musicians and local artists performing in the city’s beautiful open gardens and the grand gothic cathedral. |
| | August, 2008
| | August 9--18 2008
Feria Nacional del Cobre - Handicrafts
Santa Clara del Cobre, Michoacan
National Copper Festival. Artisans from throughout the country display their handmade copper wares and compete for prizes. |
first two weeks of August
Fiesta de la Vendimia - Food
Valle de Guadalupe, Santo Tomas & Ensenada, Baja California
Two-week harvest festival celebrating Mexico's premiere wine-making region. Wine tastings, elegant meals, and cultural events
http://www.fiestasdelavendimia.com |
first two weeks of August (annual)
Fiestas Patronales - Religious
Santa Clara del Cobre, Michoacan
Two-week religious holiday honoring Santa Clara and the Virgen del Sagrario, with parades, Mass, and other events. |
August 8--10, 2008
Festival del Chile - Fair
Queréndaro, Michoacan
This town just outside Morelia is known for the many types of chiles grown. The chile festival includes sporting events, cock fights, horse races, rodeos, fireworks, town dance and parade.
http://www.turismomichoacan.com.mx |
August 17, 2008
Maraton Internacional de la Ciudad de Mexico - Sporting Event
Mexico City, Federal District
Starting and ending at Mexico City's historic main plaza, this international marathon will attract some 15,000 runners. Air pollution and altitude make this a challenging race.
http://www.maraton.df.gob.mx |
August 24--27, 2008
Las Morismas de Bracho - Cultural
Zacatecas, Zacatecas
Recreating a battle between Moors and Christians (but really representing indigenous and European conflict), this mock battle has been held annually for the last 300 years. |
August 28--September 7, 2008
Encuentro Internacional del Mariachi y Charreria - Music
Guadalajara, Jalisco
Annual celebration of mariachi music and charreria, or fancy Mexican "rodeo"
http://www.mariachi-jalisco.com.mx |
August 30 & September 1 (annual)
Fiesta del Cristo de los Brazos Caidos - Religious
Barra de Navidad, Jalisco
Town festival honors revered crucifix with parades, Mass and other events. |
| | September, 2008
| | September 6--9, 2008
Torneo Latinoamericano de Surf - Surfing
Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, Guerrero
International Surf Championship for pro surfers, at Las Escolleras beach |
September 14 (annual)
Fiesta del Sr. de la Exaltacion - Religious
Santa Fe de la Laguna, Michoacan
The town's principal fiesta celebrated with bands, fireworks, and decoration of the church |
September 16 (annual)
Mexican Independence Day -
All over Mexico
Patriotic parades and speeches, beginning at 11PM on September 15, in honor of Mexican independence from Spain. |
September 23 or 24
Fiestas del Equinoccio - Cultural
Chichen Itza, Yucatan
Autumnal Equinox celebrated at Chichen Itza; snake shadow creeps down the Kukulkan Temple Pyramid in visual representation of the god Quetzalcoatl (Kukulkan). Prayer groups and vigils. |
September 27, 2008
Rosarito Ensenada Fun Bicycle Ride - Sporting Event
Rosarito to Ensenada, Baja California
Party with another 7,000+ participants after a fun, mostly flat 50-mi bike ride.
http://www.rosaritoensenada.com |
September 27, 2008
Dia Mundial de Turismo - Cultural
Zihuatanejo, Guerrero
World Tourism Day celebrated with various events in Zihuatanejo's main plaza. |
| | October, 2008
| | October (annual)
Fiestas de Octubre - Cultural
Guadalajara, Jalisco
October Festival |
October 17 - Sunday, October 19, 2008
Los Cabos Offshore Tournament - Fishing
Los Cabos, Baja California Sur
Three days of deep-sea fishing for huge prizes
http://www.bisbees.com |
| | November, 2008
| | mid-November
Muestra Nacional de Teatro - Cultural
Zacatecas, Zacatecas
More than two dozen productions of theater from throughout Mexico are presented |
November 2
Day of the Dead - Cultural
All over Mexico
This event happens at the cemeteries on November 2nd all over Mexico. More Info... |
November 2, 2008
Puerto Vallarta International Half Marathon and 5K - Sporting Event
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
6th annual running event with bands along the course providing entertainment.
http://www.maratonvallarta.com |
August 11-17, 2008
Campeonato Nacional 4x4, Copa Yuretzio - Sporting Event
Patzcuaro, Michoacan
This extreme 4x4 event takes place outside Patzcuaro, where drivers demonstrate their abilities on a natural obstacle course, affected at this time of year by sometimes heavy summer rains.
http://www.4x4mex.com |
November 14--16, 2008
VII Annual Yucatan Bird - Birdwatching
Merida, Yucatan
Banquet, field trips, photography and competition all related to birdwatching |
November 20--23, 2008
| | January, 2009
| | January 2--12 (annual)
Fiesta de la Ciudad de Merida - Cultural
Merida, Yucatan
Founder's day event with cultural events and traditional birthday serenade to the city.
http://www.merida.gob.mx |
January 5--23 (annual)
Festival Internacional de las Artes - Cultural
Merida, Yucatan
Government-sponsored cultural event this arts festival featuring concerts, dance, theater, fine arts and photography. |
January 6 (annual)
Dia de los Santos Reyes - Religious
all over Mexico, Select State
The Feast of the Epiphany, celebrating the arrival of the Magi in Bethlehem, is a family celebration. Children traditionally receive gifts; you'll see the ring-shaped Rosca de Reyes for sale in bakeries. |
January 6, 7 & 8 (annual)
Días de Reyes - Religious
Santa Fe de la Laguna, Michoacan
Epiphany celebration celebrated with traditional ritual dances |
last two weeks of January, first week of February
Feria de Leon - Cultural
Leon, Guanajuato
State fair featuring the usual: carnival rides, exhibits of regional products, music, and dances.
http://www.ferialeon.org |
Sundays for the month preceding Lent
Danza de los Pochos - Religious
Tenosique, Tabasco
Ceremonial dances combining pre-Hispanic and Christian traditions, Sundays preceding Lent. Masked, costumed dancers represent good and evil and other universal themes. |
January 16 – 19, 2009
Mazatlan Bird Festival - Birdwatching
Mazatlan, Sinaloa
Fabulous tours to multiple nearby locations, varied ecosystems and protected areas, conferences by important guest speakers, workshops and exquisite bird art exhibits, all hosted in a city of warm hospitality
http://www.mazatlanbirdfestival.com |
January 22--29, 2009
Festival Ortiz Tirado - Music
Alamos, Cajeme, Navojoa, Hermosillo, Etchojoa, Hua, Sonora
Ten-day cultural and musical program, highlighting music, theater, dance and especially classical music
http://www.festivalortiztirado.com |
January 23 - 25, 2009
Sobriety Under the Sun - AA Convention
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
Join us once again at our beautiful venue on the shores of Banderas Bay at the luxorious and serene Hotel Krystal
http://aapvconvention.com |
Every year - Last week of January
International Festival of Migratory Birds - Birdwatching
San Blas, Nayarit
Daily trips to birdwatching areas such as Singayta, an excursion to Isla Isabel and nightly cultural events in the plaza.
http://avessanblas.uan.mx/ingles/ |
| | February, 2009
| | February 2 (annual)
Dia de la Candelaria - Religious
Tlacotalpan, Veracruz
Candlemas (the official end of the Christmas season), is celebrated in this sultry riverfront town with riverboat processions bearing bulls and other unusal festivities. |
February 2 (annual)
Dia de la Candelaria - Religious
All over Mexico
Candlemas, the official end of the Christmas season, is mainly a day for family gatherings and Mass; some cities and towns hold candleit processions to the church, and dances. |
February 3 - Every Year
San Blas Day - Cultural
San Blas, Nayarit
Fireworks, traditions, and a boat ride to the Rock of the Virgen. |
February 19 to 24, 2009
late February, 2009
San Pancho Music Festival - Music
San Pancho, Jalisco
The ever-more-sophisticated festival features free Mexican and international music: everything from traditional Mexican folk music to jazz, bluegrass, R&B, & blues. |
| | March, 2009
| | March 10--17 (annual)
Fiesta de San Patricio--Melaque - Religious
Melaque, Jalisco
St. Patrick feted for a week preceding his feast day with a fair, processions, fireworks and special Masses. |
March 20, 2009
Fiestas del Equinoccio - Cultural
Yucatan
Spring and fall equinoxes celebrated by New Age types wearing white and meditating for world peace. Shadow slips down edge of Kukulkan Temple to represent god Quetzalcoatl (Kukulkan). |
| | April, 2009
| | April 7--12, 2009
Semana Santa - Religious
All over Mexico
Semana Santa, the week leading up to Easter, is one of the biggest holidays in Mexico with silent processions, colorful indigenous celebrations and huge crowds at the beaches.
http://www.mexicoguru.com/semana-santa.php |
End of April - Beginning of May - 2009
Feria de San Marcos - Fair
Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes
Mexico’s oldest state fair, with agricultural, livestock expo and cultural booths |
April 25--27, 2008
Newport to Ensenada Yacht Race - Sailing
Newport Beach CA to Ensenada, BC, Baja California
Some 400 sailing vessels compete in the 61st annual event.
http://www.nosa.com |
27 April--17 May
International Organ Festival - Music
Morelia, Michoacan
Since 1966, in Morelia’s lovely cathedral, using a 4,600-pipe organ. |
| | May, 2009
| | May 1 (annual)
Dia de los Trabajadores - Cultural
All Over Mexico
On this banking holiday most businesses are closed to give workers the day off. It's mainly a day to relax with family and friends. |
May 2009
Expo Feria Michoacan - Fair
Zacapu, Michoacan
New event promising local cuisine, exhibition of local marine fauna. Handcrafts: leatherwork, saddlemaking, and miniatures |
May 2
Expo Feria Coahuayana - Fair
Coahuayana, Michoacan
Michoacan’s largest exposition of livestock, agriculture, industry and crafts. Artisans from 113 municipalities. |
May 3
Día de la Santa Cruz (Day of the Holy Cross) - Religious
All over Mexico
Carpinters, miners, masons, and laborers all over Mexico celebrate by getting righteously drunk and shooting fireworks |
May 3rd
Dia de la Cruz Verde - Religious
Pátzcuaro, Michoacan
Parade and band music between Zirahuén, Pichátaro and Ihuatzio, venerating cross left by beloved |
May 3, 2009
Chili Cookoff - Food
San Felipe, Baja California
6th Annual Club de Pesca International Chili Cookoff on the ramada patio at Club de Pesca RV Park |
May 5 (annual)
Cinco de Mayo -
Puebla, Puebla
Colorful and patriotic parades and other festivities marking defeat of French battalion at Puebla. |
End of May
Restaurant Week - Food
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
For more than two weeks (despite its name) several dozen of PV's finest restaurants present inexpensive, fixed price menus. A great time to try new places!
http://www.visitpuertovallarta.com |
May 2009
May 2009
Torneo Abierto Internacional de Bodysurf - Surfing
Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, Guerrero
Second annual international open bodysurfing championship, held at Las Escolleras Beach.
http://www.mantabodysurfclub.com |
May 2009
International Triathalon - Sporting Event
Ixtapa, Guerrero
International triathalon with adults and children's events |
May 18, 2008
Anniversary of Morelia - Cultural
Morelia, Michoacan
Anniversary of Morelia celebrated with parades, singing contests, cultural events and demonstrations of civic pride. |
May 2009
Canadian Golf Tour 2009 - Golf
San Luis Potosi, San Luis Potosi
Second of two 2009 events held in San Luis Potosi. Fifteen countries represented, USD$125,000 purse.
http://www.cmcgolf.com |
End of May
National Wine & Cheese Fair - Food
Tesquisquiapan, Queretero
Week-long wine and cheese fair with conferences, tastings, and related events.
http://www.queretaro.travel |
End of May
| | June, 2009
| | June 1, 2009
Dia de la Marina (Navy Day) - Cultural
Guaymas & Puerto Penasco (Rocky Point), Sonora
Boat parades, beauty contests, fireworks and food vendors |
usually around June 15 (annual)
Fiesta de Corpus Cristi - Religious
Papantla, Veracruz
Religious festival with costumed dancers, fair, food booths, carnival rides and parades. |
June 25 (annual)
Fiesta de San Juan Bautista - Religious
Uruapan, Michoacan
Feast Day of Saint John the Baptist |
| | July, 2009
| | Beginning of July
AA anniversary - AA Convention
San Felipe, Baja California
73rd anniversary of the founding off AA, with motivational speakers |
Beginning of July, 2009
July 4--6, 2009
US Independence Day - Fair
San Felipe, Baja California
U.S. Independence Day is celebrated at the Beachcomber and Rocodile Bars celebrate with music and dancing. |
July 5--13 (annual)
Fiesta de San Antonio de Padua - Religious
Barra de Navidad, Jalisco
Feast day of St. Anthony of Padua celebrated with parades, fireworks and religious events. |
July 6 (annual)
Fiesta de la Preciosa Sangre - Religious
Quiroga, Michoacan
Religious procession dating to the 16th century |
Usually first two Mondays after July 16
Guelaguetza - Cultural
Oaxaca, Oaxaca
Regional dances in typical dress from the seven regions of Oaxaca, celebrated on two consecutive Mondays. |
July - August - 2009
Festival de Turismo de Aventura - Sporting Event
various cities in Chihuahua, Chihuahua
Athletes compete for cash prizes at the Festival of Adventure Tourism, with marathons, triathlons, mountain biking, and sand-boarding.
http://www.chihuahua.gob.mx/turismoweb |
Around July 13–23, 2009
Festival de Titeres - Cultural
various, Tlaxcala
More than 15 cities in the state of Tlaxcala host the XXI Annual International Puppet Festival. A two-week event with puppets of all colors, shapes and sizes. Performers come from other areas of Mexico as well as Spain, Colombia, Cuba, and Hungary. |
Around JUL 13–19, 2009
Villista Cavalcade - Sporting Event
Chihuahua, Chihuahua
Chihuahua will host its annual weeklong cavalcade from the city of Chihuahua to Hidalgo del Parral, Horseback riders will cover more than 136 miles of scenic Chihuahuan countryside; more than 1,300 riders are expected to participate.
http://www.chihuahua.gob.mx |
July 2009
VI Nueva Paquime Festival - Cultural
Casas Grandes, Chihuahua
Held just outside the renowned Paquime archaeological site (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), this festival is a celebration of the heritage and cultures of northern Mexico.
http://www.festivalnuevapaquime.com.mx/ |
July 21 & 22 (annual)
Fiesta de la Magdalena - Religious
Uruapan, Michoacan
Feast day of Saint Mary Magdalene |
End of july - beg of August 2009
Bisbee's East Cape Offshore Tournament - Fishing
East Cape, Baja California Sur
Five- and six-figure prizes for marlin, tuna and dorado
http://www.bisbees.com |
July 25 (annual)
Fiesta de Santiago Apostol - Religious
Nurio, Michoacan
Feast Day of Saint James the Apostle |
End of July, 2009
Feria Nacional de Sarape - Handicrafts
Santa Ana Chiautempan, Tlaxcala
National Sarape Fair, with exhibits and sale of this traditional garment used for warmth. |
End of July, 2009
End of July, 2009
Acapulco’s First Juvenile Cliff Diving Tournament - Sporting Event
Acapulco, Guerrero
At Acapulco’s famous La Quebrada 22 divers between the ages of 16 and 25 will compete for approximately $2,000 USD. Twelve-year-old Iris Celene Alvarez, the youngest ever to jump from La Quebrada, will host the event.
http://pre.guerrero.gob.mx |
| | August, 2009
| | Middle of August 2009
Feria de Humantla - Cultural
Humantla, Tlaxcala
Streets are decorated with flower petals and colored sawdust in this fair dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Finishes with running of the bulls. |
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