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Holiday - New Year's Day
Mexico — January 1, 2009
Continuing celebrations from the previous evening last throughout the day. Festivities include parades and fireworks throughout Mexico, as well as agricultural fairs in rural areas.
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Tours - 2009 Whale Watching Season Cabo San Lucas
Cabo San Lucas — January 1, 2009 to March 31, 2010
When:1 Jan - 31 Mar 2008 (annual)
Where:Cabo San Lucas
Cost: Varies
Whale watching is a must in Los Cabos between the months of January and March with a rare opportunity to observe them migrating south to the waters off Los Cabos. The whales' breeding grounds are primarily on the Pacific side, but some whales travel around the cape to the Sea of Cortez. Of the eleven species of whales found worldwide, eight venture to the waters off Los Cabos. Ideal climate, shallowness, salinity and abundant marine life make the bays and lagoons north of Los Cabos the perfect place for whales to birth and rear their young.
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Art - 2009 Jose Del Cabo Art District & Walking Tour
Calle Obregon in San Jose — January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2010
Art Walk - Tuesday mornings 9 am-11 am
Art Night - Thursday evenings 5 pm-9 pm
The Historic Art District on Calle Obregon (1 block north of the church) consists of nearly twenty galleries in a four block area at last count - all displaying an incredible array of original art that is sure to please anyone on your gift list. On Tuesday mornings, treat yourself to some free coffee at the San Jose Cafe on Calle Zaragoza (1 block up from the church.) On Thursday evenings, sip some wine (or Starbuck’s mocha - with or without Kahlua at the Los Cabos Amber Gallery) and see some incredible art from the finest artisans from the Baja and other areas of Mexico.
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Festival - 2009 Fiesta Mexicana!
San Jose del Cabo — January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009
Everyone is welcome.
Last Saturday of every month.
San Jose Del Cabo City Hall
Tequila Tastings
Fine art on display from local galleries
Arts and crafts
5pm - 7pm
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Special - 2009 Cabo San Lucas Farmer’s Market
Cabo San Lucas — January 1, 2009 to January 1, 2010
Days: Saturdays
Time: 9 am to Noon
Where: Located at Monica's spa across from the Colegio del Camino at the base of the rear entrance to Pedregal off the Sunset road. Check out the organic chicken, eggs, arugula, herbs, tomatoes, fruit, citrus and more at this local market.
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Special - 2009 Los Cabos Tomatoes
Los Cabos — January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009
Meeting Days: Every Other Thursday
This women’s networking group meets every other week at a private home or restaurant. First hour devoted to socializing, second to announcements about activities and events in the area. All women are welcome, even if you don’t live here. For more information contact loscabostomatoes@yahoo.com.
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Special - 2009 San José del Cabo Organic Market
San Jose del Cabo — January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2010
Days: Saturdays
Time: 9 am to 2 pm
Where: Across the street from the Tropicana Jockey Club, on the road to Las Animas
Organic produce, foods and products, local and regional arts and crafts, Baja books, jewelry, hand painted clothing, ongoing workshops on sustainable living, and fun things to do for the entire family are all here. A new dining area, rest areas and play area for children were added recently. For information, contact sanjoseinfo@gmail.com
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Art - 2009 Cabo San Lucas Arts and Crafts Market
January 1, 2009 to January 1, 2010
Days: Daily
Time: 9 am to 8 pm
Where: Marina Boulevard
Look for many different types of arts and crafts all made by local artisans.
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Music - 2009 Live Music
Cabo San Lucas — January 1, 2009 to January 1, 2010
Every Thursday
Time: 6pm - 8:30pm
Where: Plaza Amelia Wilkes
Locals and visitors alike gather to listen to live music in the town’s main square. Food vendors sell hot tamales and a popular local hot chocolate called champurrado.
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Holiday - 2009 Dia de los Reyes Magos (Three Kings Day )
Mexico — January 6, 2009
Family celebrations and gift giving commemorate the gifts of the Magi. Rosca de los Reyes (King’s Loaf) pastries are baked with a little plastic doll hidden inside.
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Special - 2009 Cabo San Lucas International Wine & Food Festival
Los Cabos — January 14, 2009 to January 18, 2009
Music, informative seminars, a welcoming fiesta at the 28-story high Sky Pool, and after dinner drinks beachside under the stars or in an elegant Cigar Bar make this extraordinary experience complete.
This Wine and Food Extravaganza is a world class event that will showcase some of the best chefs in the country along with the finest wines in the world! Be sure not to miss this exquisite culinary experience in a truly beautiful setting. An experience not to be missed!
View Website: www.cabowineandfoodfest.com
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Holiday - 2009 Feast Day of San Antonio de Abad
January 17, 2009
The Catholic Church allows animals to enter the church for blessing during this Mexican religious holiday.
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Sports - 2009 Cabo Half Marathon & 5K Run
Cabo San Lucas — January 25, 2009
Puerto Paraiso Mall, Cabo San Luca
Pick your distance. The Half Marathon (13.1 miles) is limited to the first 2000 participants, while the simultaneously held 5K (3.1) Fun Run is limited to 1000 runners. Race packets will be handed out and a pasta dinner served on January 24, from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Casa Dorado Hotel. Both runs start at 7 am. The entry fee is $45 for Half-Marathon; $25 for the 5K Fun Run.
View Website: www.maratonloscabos.com
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Art - 2009 Todos Santos Art Festival
Todos Santos — January 31, 2009 to February 7, 2009
Funded primarily by the government, the Art Festival brings folk dancing, music and theater performance to Todos Santos. There are workshops teaching Latin music and folk dancing and recitals featuring piano and poetry. It’s definitely not your average art festival.
View Website: www.todossantos-baja.com/todos-santos/art/art-festival.htm
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| February |
Holiday - 2009 Candelmas
Mexico — February 2, 2009
Candlelight processions, music, food and dance herald the arrival of spring for Dia de la Candelaria. The traditional blessing of seeds and candles co-mingles pre-Hispanic and European traditions.
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Holiday - 2009 Constitution Day
Mexico — February 5, 2009
National Holiday. Ceremonies are held and officials give speeches countrywide.
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Special - 2009 Friendship Day (Día de Amistad and Día de los Enamorados)
Mexico — February 14, 2009
A celebration of love and friendship, this holiday is similar to Valentine’s day.
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Festival - 2009 Carnaval La Paz
La Paz — February 19, 2009 to February 24, 2009
Carnaval is known for the indulgent celebration of carnal pleasure before the sober fasting period of Catholic Lent. This week before Lent is filled with feasting, drinking, parades, and dancing in the streets. www.vivalapaz.com
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Tours - 2009 15th Annual Historic Homes Tour
Todos Santos — February 22, 2009
Tickets: $20.00 USD, include refreshments and guided-tours
Time: 10 am to 3 pm
Where: Todos Santos Cultural Center
Ever wish you could step back in time and experience life during another century? Perhaps when there was no electricity? When an elaborate dinner was cooked over a wood stove and served leisurely on the patio of a hacienda in mid-afternoon? Guides will take you through the historic houses and sites, explaining Baja Life as it was lived here in the 1800s when these homes were built. For information, contact 612-145-0299 or palapasociety@yahoo.com
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Holiday - 2009 Flag Day
Mexico — February 24, 2009
This Mexican national holiday honors the Mexican flag.
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Festival - 2009 4th Annual Wixaritari Tateikie Huichol Festival.
Plaza Caracol, Puerto Vallarta — February 28, 2009 to March 14, 2009
A lively and interesting group of indigenous Huicholes from the remotest part of their territory visits Puerto Vallarta to present their rich and colorful culture. Bring the family to this event!
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| March |
Festival - 2009 Todos Santos Film Festival
La Esquina (across from Casa Dracula) — March 5, 2009 to March 8, 2009
Check the website for the Film Festival’s schedule. All films have English sub-titles.
View Website: www.todossantos.cc/todossantosfilmfestival.html
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Sports - 2009 Fred Duckett Challenge Golf Tournament
Querencia Golf Club — March 6, 2009 to March 8, 2009
Querencia Golf Club — March 6, 2009 to March 8, 2009
This extravaganza of world class golf, entertainment and camaraderie benefits Querencia’s ‘official’ charity, the Los Cabos Children’s Foundation. Querencia owner, Charles Morgan and his team are donating green fees, food and beverage expenses to the Duckett Challenge. For information, contact Brenda Kuyper at 605-275-6305 or Email duckettchallenge@sio.midco.net
View Website: www.loscaboschildren.org/DuckettEvent.aspx
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Festival - 2009 Festival of San Jose
San Jose Del Cabo — March 8, 2009 to March 19, 2009
This festival honors the city’s patron saint San José (St. Joseph). This 11-day festival commences on March 8th every year. Food venues are sprinkled throughout the downtown, and booths carrying items like freshly made tamales and sugared pumpkin candies are available. On the weekends, there are carnivals and parades. Admission is free.
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Sports - 2009 Tecate Score San Felipe 250
San Felipe, Baja California — March 13, 2009 to March 15, 2009
Exciting off road desert races!
View Website: www.score-international.com/47/newss/2009_SCORE_Race_Schedule.aspx
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Sports - 2009 Outback Champions Series
March 18, 2009 to March 22, 2009
The Palmilla Tennis Club will host this new tennis tour event, where some of the biggest names in tennis – Pete Sampras, John McEnroe and Michael Chang, will be potential players. The Champions Cup benefits the Los Cabos Children’s Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing medical, educational and humanitarian services in the Los Cabos area. For VIP or group seating, contact Rachel Eiermann, +52 (624) 144-6504 or rachaele@senterracorp.com
View Website: www.championsseriestennis.com/cabo2009/
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Holiday - 2009 Birthday of Benito Juarez
Mexico — March 21, 2009
This is the birthday of the country’s first President Benito Juarez. The holiday features dancing music and food in commemoration of one of Mexico’s most honored heroes.
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Festival - 2009 9th Annual Baja Shakespeare Festival
Rancho Buena Vista, Los Barriles — March 26, 2009 to March 29, 2009
Come see ‘The Comedy of Errors’ a country and western version of Shakespeare’s madcap comedy of mistaken identity. For more information, contact Lesley Currier at tel; 415/499-4485 or management@marinShakespeare.org
View Website: www.marinshakespeare.org/pages/sp_baja.php
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Music - 2009 Liga M.A.C. 5th Annual Jazz Festival
San Jose del Cabo — March 29, 2009
The best of Los Cabos’ Jazz musicians and this year’s International Headliner, pianist/vocalist/songwriter Marcia Ball and her band are not to be missed at this jazz event of the year. The event benefits Liga M.A.C., a charitable organization that assists members of the San Jose del Cabo community. Remember to book early! For more information, contact Tally Chilvers at tallyjoy@hotmail.com
Liga M.A.C. is a registered Mexican charitable organization consisting of Mexican, American and Canadian members. Their goal is to organize fundraising events in order to assist members of the San Jose del Cabo community. The musical lineup this year is dynamite!! You don’t want to miss this event!
View Website: www.ligamac.com/page2/page2.html
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| April |
Holiday - 2009 Holy Week and Easter - 'Semana Santa'
Mexico — April 6, 2009 to April 12, 2009
Holy week is the end the 40-day Lent period. This includes Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday. Festivities include colorful parades downtown and flying eggs filled with confetti.
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Holiday - 2009 Dia de los Niños (Children's Day)
Mexico — April 30, 2009
Holiday celebrating the importance of children in society.
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Sports - 2009 CABO 500 ‘Wild Wild West 500’ Race
April 30, 2009 to May 2, 2009
The CABO 500 was the first ever Invitational for Americans. This is a must see event for the racing fans. Watch the wild life of the racers-pilots teams and fans that love Off Road Desert Racing. For information, contact Janice Gilmore at 619-251-9486 or cabo500@gmail.com
View Website: cabo500.com
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Festival - 2009 13th Annual Loreto Fest
Puerto Escondido — April 30, 2009 to May 3, 2009
Enjoy four days of fun and games, and some of the best music in the sea. There’s also a Silent Auction, seminars, games and workshops. Monies raised benefit local school children. For more information, contact Connie Sun Lover at hiddenportyachtclub@hotmail.com
View Website: www.hiddenportyachtclub.com
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Holiday - 2009 Dia del Trabajo (Labor Day)
Mexico — May 1, 2009
National holiday (equivalent to the U.S. Labor Day)
Also referred to as May Day.
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Holiday - 2009 Cinco de Mayo
Mexico — May 5, 2009
This National holiday commemorates the Mexican victory over the French army at Puebla de los Angeles in 1862.
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Fishing - 2009 International Governor’s Cup Tournament
Cabo San Lucas — May 5, 2009 to May 8, 2009
This tournament features 5 distinct divisions including a Billfish Release division and 4 game or "fun" fish divisions. With entry fees starting as low as $1,500 per team for single division entrants and across the board entry fees capped at $5,500 for all 5 divisions, this is your opportunity to compete against an international field of anglers in the bountiful waters found off coast of Cabo San Lucas. For information, contact president Oscar Armando Daccarett Habib at oscar@daccarett.net or executive director Capt. Dan Kipnis at kipnisd@atlanticbb.net
View Website: www.cabotournament.com
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Holiday - 2009 Mother's Day
Mexico — May 10, 2009
Due to the importance of the mother in Mexican culture Mother’s Day is an especially significant holiday.
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Fishing - 2009 IGFA Offshore World Championship
Los Cabos — May 10, 2009 to May 15, 2009
It’s international fishing’s most prestigious billfish tournament hosting over 60 winning teams from 38 countries on six continents who have been invited after winning one of over 130 IGFA qualifying events held in 2008. This 10th annual tournament hosts the largest contingent of international teams to compete in a single catch-and-release fishing tournament worldwide.
For more information, contact IGFA tournament producer Dan Jacobs at 407-571-4680 or dan.Jacobs@bonniercorp.com or assistant tournament director Lynda Wilson at 407-571-3531 or Lynda.Wilson@bonniercorp.com
View Website: www.igfaoffshorechampionship.com
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| June |
Holiday - 2009 Navy Celebrations Day
Mexico — June 1, 2009
Navy Day is an official national holiday in Mexico.
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Sports - 2009 Tecate Score Baja 500
Los Cabos — June 5, 2009 to June 7, 2009
Exciting off road desert races!
View Website: www.score-international.com/47/newss/2009_SCORE_Race_Schedule.aspx
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Festival - 2009 Fiesta of the Virgin of Carmen
Mexico — June 16, 2009
Carmen is believed to be a protector of the Mexican nation. There are festivals with craft vendors, parades, puppeteers, bullfights and a fishing tournament.
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Holiday - 2009 Father's Day
Mexico — June 21, 2009
Celebration of fathers.
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Fishing - 2009 East Cape Billfish Tournament
Los Barilles, Baja Sur — June 22, 2009 to June 26, 2009
Billfish and gamefish win anglers cash and prizes in this event that’s a qualifier for the 2010 IGFA Offshore World Championship. For information, contact Jim Severson at jmspms@aol.com
View Website: www.fishtaa.com/Pages/Eastcape.html
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Festival - 2009 Dia de Corpus Christi
Mexico — June 22, 2009
Annual religious festival consisting of parades and church services.
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Fishing - 2009 Annual Stars & Stripes Fishing and Golf Tournament
Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort, Los Cabos — June 25, 2009 to June 28, 2009
Marlin, tuna and wahoo are what earns fishermen prizes, while it’s a low point score on one of the top 100 golf courses, Palmilla Golf Course, in the world that nets golfer’s awards. The event benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County, California. For information, contact director Daniela Dunlap at 949-370-6088 or dsdunlap@gmail.com
View Website: www.starsandstripestournament.com
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| July |
Festival - 2009 Festival of St. James
Downtown Los Cabos — July 25, 2009
St. James the Apostle is credited with bringing Catholicism to Mexico and is described as a magical man who rides a white horse. He is the patron Saint of Spain. Look for riders mounted on white horses in the parades and re-enacted battlefield skirmishes staged at the town square around dusk. The parades begin at 2 pm followed by street parties swelling from the cantinas.
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Fishing - 2009 Bisbee's Black&Blue East Cape Fishing Tournament
Hotel Buena Vista Beach Resort, Los Cabos — July 28, 2009 to August 1, 2009
Three days of fishing, three days to win over $300,000 in prize money by catching and releasing the most billfish or catching the largest gamefish. For more information, contact Wayne Bisbee or Tricia Bisbee at 714-393-6107 or wayne@bisbees.com or tricia@bisbees.com
View Website: www.bisbees.com/
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| September |
Holiday - 2009 Dia de Nuestra Señora
Los Cabos — September 8, 2009
This Baja holiday celebrates the founding of the first mission at Loreto.
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Holiday - 2009 Dia del la Patria (Independence Day)
Mexico — September 16, 2009
Mexico’s most significant national holiday. It begins in the evening of September 15th with the President’s shout (El Grito) of "Viva Mexico" from the balcony of the National Palace. Locals respond with calls of "Viva!"
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| October |
Fishing - 2009 Chuy's 13th Annual Catch and Release Tournament
Hotel Buena Vista Beach Resort — October 1, 2009 to October 31, 2009
Date: TBD
Join us for a lot of fun and camaraderie at Chuy’s 11th Annual Catch and Release Tournament. Up to $10,000 dollars in prizes.
Fun fishing and lots friends coming together for what has become a tradition.
View Website: www.hotelbuenavista.com
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Holiday - 2009 Dia de la Raza
Mexico — October 13, 2009
This day celebrates Columbus’ arrival to the Americas and the historical origins of the Mexican Mestizo race which is a blend of Spanish and indigenous peoples.
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Fishing - 2009 Los Cabos Billfish Tournament
Playa Grande Resort, Baja California Sur — October 13, 2009 to October 17, 2009
Ply the billfish-rich waters off the coast of Cabo along with some of the finest big-game fishing teams around for fun and nearly $1 million in cash and name-brand prizes! The tournament kicks off with a spectacular cocktail party and buffet, complements of the Los Cabos Hotel Association.
View Website: www.loscabosbillfishtournament.com
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Fishing - 2009 Bisbee's Los Cabos Offshore Tournament
Cabo Villas Beach Resort and The Baja Cantina, Los Cabos — October 16, 2009 to October 18, 2009
The most fish caught. The biggest fish caught. Both of these feats count for mega bucks in prizes. Last year, over $250,000 was awarded to over winning anglers who came to compete from around the world. For more information, contact Wayne Bisbee or Tricia Bisbee at 714-393-6107 or wayne@bisbees.com or tricia@bisbees.com
View Website: www.bisbees.com/
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Fishing - 2009 5th Annual A.L.M.A. Fishing Tournament
Hotel Buena Vista Beach Resort, Baja California Sur — October 16, 2009 to October 18, 2009
Fish for a cause. A.L.M.A. (Animal Lovers of Mexico) hosts this fundraiser tournament each year. Awards, raffle prizes and a fabulous silent auction add to the fun.
View Website: www.almacares.com/Eastcape_billfish_tournamen.html
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Festival - 2009 Fiesta de Cabo San Lucas
Cabos San Lucas — October 18, 2009
This festival celebrates the patron saint of Cabo San Lucas. Streets close and a parade passes through the center of downtown. The celebration features dancing, music and feasting on all types of foods, including traditional local dishes and international delights, served up by street vendors along Marina Boulevard. Admission is free.
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Fishing - 2009 Bisbee's Black & Blue Tournaments
Cabo Villas Beach Resort and The Baja Cantina, Los Cabos — October 20, 2009 to October 24, 2009
Bisbee’s Black & Blue Tournament is among the richest fishing tournaments in the world! Out of over 150 teams that compete each year, winners walk away with over $3 million in cash and prizes. How? Catch the most billfish or largest gamefish. For more information, contact Wayne Bisbee or Tricia Bisbee at 714-393-6107 or wayne@bisbees.com or tricia@bisbees.com
View Website: www.bisbees.com/Local/tournaments/BBB/index.htm
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Fishing - 2009 East Cape Classic
Los Barriles, Hotel Palmas de Cortez — October 21, 2009 to October 25, 2009
The Sea of Cortez is one of the premier big-game fishing spots in the world. It consistently produces huge numbers of blue, black, and striped marlin, sailfish, dolphin (mahi-mahi), wahoo, yellowfin tuna, roosterfish, and more. Thousand pound billfish prowl submarine canyons and drop-offs just a few miles offshore. For more information, contact Lynn Rose at 714-771-4499 or lynnrose@msn.com
View Website: www.lynnrosetours.com/eastcapeclassic.html
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| November |
Festival - 2009 Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead Festival)
Mexico — November 2, 2009
The Day of the Dead, Día de Muertos, is a key festival in Cabo San Lucas and nationwide. Families and loved ones pay respect to the deceased by creating beautiful altars in the towns’ main square, Plaza Amelia Wilkes, that are elaborately decorated with photos, candles and offerings of food and drink. Preparations and partying for the festival starts the night before, which is the eve of All Soul’s Day.
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Fishing - 2009 Los Cabos Tuna Jackpot
Hotel Tesoro, Los Cabos, Cabo San Lucas — November 4, 2009 to November 7, 2009
Nearly 100 boats and 400-some anglers compete in this annual event that pits man against finned beast. Monster tuna, along with wahoo and dolphin (mahi-mahi) count for cash and prizes. For more information, contact tournament director, Pat McDonell at (949) 366-0030, ext 33 or pat@wonews.com.
View Website: www.loscabostunajackpot.com/
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Sports - 2009 Tecate SCORE Baja 1000
Ensenada, Baja — November 19, 2009 to November 22, 2009
Challenging off-road race through the desert of Baja California that loops from Ensenada to Ensenada.
View Website: www.score-international.com/47/newss/2009_SCORE_Race_Schedule.aspx
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Holiday - 2009 Dia de la Revolución (Mexican Revolution Day)
Mexico — November 20, 2009
Mexican National Holiday celebrating the Mexican Revolution of 1910.
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| December |
Holiday - 2009 Dia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe
Mexico — December 12, 2009
Parades, firework and a religious mass mark the celebrations honoring Mexico’s patron saint, the Virgin of Guadalupe.
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Festival - 2009 Las Posadas
Mexico — December 16, 2009 to December 24, 2009
Candlelight processions known as posadas, wind their way to a different host’s home each evening, where guests will enjoy music, treats and piñatas. In remembrance of Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem. Repeated each night until Christmas Eve.
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Holiday - 2009 New Year's Eve
Mexico — December 31, 2009
This national holiday features festivities, parades and fireworks throughout Mexico, as well as agricultural fairs in rural areas. Celebrations continue through New Year’s Day.
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