May Events 2006

Dia del Trabajo (Labor Day)

Location: nationwide
Date: May 1

A National Holiday.

Canadian Tour-Mazatlan Corona Classic

Considered one of the most important golf events in the world, the Canadian Tour will make its first stop in Mexico in Mazatlan and receive 156 players from 15 different countries. The purse this year is US$125,000.

For more information, please visit: www.cmcgolf.com

Cinco de Mayo (May 5th)

Location: nationwide and United States
Date: May 5

Cinco de May commemorates the May 5, 1862 Battle of Puebla in which General Ignacio Zaragoza's Mexican troops defeated Napolean III's French forces. France, along with England and Spain, had occupied Mexico since mid-1861 as a result of President Benito Juarez' moratorium on foreign debt payments. Eventually England and Spain withdrew but the French remained in an attempt to create an empire in Mexico. The French began a military advance on Mexico and on May 5, 1862, about 5,000 Mestizo and Zapotec Indians defeated Napoleon's army.

Many people confuse Cinco de Mayo with Mexican Independence Day (September 16, 1810). Cinco de Mayo is celebrated more in the United States than in Mexico and many people of Mexican descent celebrate with parades, music, and dancing.

Acapulco Boat Show

Location: Acapulco, Guerrero
Date: May 5 - 8

Aimed at fostering an interest in sea and water sports, as well as promote Mexico's nautical market, this exposition features everything from mega yachts to aquatic motorcycles. National and international exhibitors include manufacturers, distributors and marina service providers. Boat owners, prospective buyers and sea lovers in general are welcome to attend.

For more information, please visit: www.acapulcoboatshow.com

Vineyards Flowering Festival

Location: Ensenada, Baja California
Date: May 8

Noon-5pm: Family fair with games, regional foods, wine and live entertainment at Mogor Badan Winery, Carr. Tecate-Ensenada Km. 83.5 in Valle de Guadalupe. Admission: US$2/children, US$10/adults (includes wine tastings from different wineries). Proceeds benefit Albergue San Vicente Shelter.

Info & tickets: Viajes Damiana, tel. (646)178-3136 or Baja California Winemakers Association, tel. (646)178-3038.
Contact: brac@telnor.net

Canadian Tour-Michelin Morelia Classic

Location: Morelia, Michoacan
Date: May 9 - 14

Considered one of the most important golf events in the world, the Canadian Tour will make its final stop in Morelia. The purse this year is US$125,000.

For more information, please visit: www.cmcgolf.com

18th Alarconian Theatrical Festival (XVIII Jornadas Alarconianas)

Location: Taxco, Guerrero
Date: TBD

The picturesque silver mining town of Taxco will host 10 days of artistic and cultural events including literature, music, theater, dance, opera and artworks presented by local artists.

For more information, please visit: www.guerrero.gob.mx/dominios/turismo/taxco.htm

ROLEX/IGFA Offshore Championship

Location: Los Cabos, Baja California Sur
Date: May 15 - 20

This annual competition attracts more than 60 qualifying teams from 33 countries representing 250 international anglers and their guests to Cabo San Lucas and the Los Cabos area for four days of intense fishing on 44 local charter boats. Each team is allowed to weigh two fish of each species on each day of fishing, and top prizes include engraved gold and stainless Rolex watches.

For more information, please visit: www.igfa.org/tour_os_2006ud.asp

Morelia Organ Festival

Location: Morelia, Michoacan
Date: TBD

The capital city of Morelia will celebrate once again the XXX International Organ Festival, gathering together organists from around the globe. Held in the majestic pink stone cathedral of Morelia, this event is renowned for its spectacular performances, complemented by art exhibits throughout the city.

Contact: imcultura@michoacan.gob.mx

International Wine and Cheese Festival (Feria Internacional de Queso y Vino)

Location: Tequisquiapan, Queretaro
Date: May 21 - June 6

The enchanting town of Tequisquiapan hosts this annual wine and cheese festival, bringing together wine and cheese producers from all over the country. Apart from wine and cheese tasting, visitors will also enjoy regional cuisine, concerts, handicrafts and other cultural events.

For more information, please visit: www.tequisquiapan.com.mx/index.php

International Cup Vallarta Soccer

Location: Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
Date: May 17 - 21

If you like soccer and the beach, this is a great opportunity to visit Puerto Vallarta. The Committee responsible for this event is formed by the Municipality of Puerto Vallarta, the tourism board and is also supported by the Football Soccer Association. For the third consecutive year, this event will take place in one of the most beautiful and visited places internationally.

For more information, please visit: www.vallartadeportes.com

XXI Huatulco Sail Fishing Tournament (XXI Torneo Internacional de la Pesca de Pez Vela)

Location: Huatulco, Oaxaca
Date: TBD

Huatulco, an excellent site for sport-fishing and surfing, hosts this popular annual tournament, now in its twenty-first year.

22nd Annual Triathlon Banamex

Location: Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, Guerrero
Date: May 27

Hundreds of athletes will run, swim and bike along the scenic coasts of Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo. Winners take home trophies and cash prizes.

For more information, please visit: www.asdeporte.com

Cancun Jazz Festival 2006

Location: Cancun, Quintana Roo
Date: TBD

This Mexican Caribbean city showcases some of the world's best jazz musicians. The three-day festival boasts all types of Jazz, from traditional to contemporary, Afro-Latino to Flamenco and Cuban Jazz. Jazz lovers will descend upon Cancun to savor world-class Jazz in a tropical, beachfront setting and surrounded by one-of-a-kind Mexican and Mayan culture, as well as food and attractions not found at any other Caribbean destination.

For more information, please visit: www.cancunjazz.com