The Angela Peralta Theater is closed until further notice.
Around Town, Daily Music, Galleries and Ongoing.
~Angela Peralta Theater~
The Angela Peralta is located on Carnaval, in the Plazuela Machado, Centro. The box office is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. and on Saturdays from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. Please call ahead to be sure it’s open – 982 4444 ext. 103. Tickets for Casa Haas must be bought at the box office – even if an event is free. Unfortunately, tickets can still not be purchased online.
~Around Town~
Artwalk – Camino del arte, 2020-2021 – call for artists! An opportunity is now open for all interested artists to participate in the 2020/2021 Artwalk, 14th year. Centro Historico and Cultura are the sponsors and invite artists… “artwalk promotes and raises the visibility of visual artists in Mazatlan’s Centro Historico giving artists an opportunity to exhibit, to sell, and to promote their work. Artwalk promotes ‘ the fine arts’ versus ‘crafts’ and includes but is not limited to: painting, sculpture, drawing, mixed media, printmaking, photography, fine art, jewelery, ceramics and other media approved by the Artwalk committee. For additional information and applications and fees please go to our website at Facebook Artwalk Mazatlan and e mail pchmazatlan@gmail.com or gandarvabazar@hotmail.com. Registration closes on September 30, 2020.” Artwalk is from November 6 to April 2, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and is a free self-guided tour through the streets of Centro.
Monday October 12: Canadian Thanksgiving @ Twisted Mama’s: all you can eat [table service] turkey dinner with all the trimmings for $365. Please call 669 129 2021 or 669 276 0677 or e mail: twisted_mamas@hotmail.com for your reservation. Two seatings, one at 4:30 p.m. and one at 6:30 p.m.
Monday November 2: Dia de Muertos, Day of the Dead: With so many deaths from the coronavirus and the pandemic still wreaking havoc in the world, we don’t know how this sacred tradition, over 3000 years old, will be honoured in Mazatlan. Many families are grieving and will build their altars in their homes and apartments. If public spaces are open, please do pay your respects to their altars. Since the Independence Day [September 15] was a virtual performance that Cultura live streamed, that’s a strong indicator that there may be no parade or activities in the Angela Peralta Theater. Of all nights, this is a night when everyone quietly utters “we see you.” If you are new to Mazatlan perhaps you would like to read an in-depth article on the history of Dia de Muertos. There is also a fascinating article on a group of women, “the paper flower artists”, who create divine paper flowers, only for Dia de Muertos. Of all the traditions in Mexico, Dia de Muertos may offer some peace of mind to those celebrating the lives of their loved ones.
Monday November 9 – Friday November 20: Buen Fin! This is annual 12-day sale that retailers offer customers. Often there are deep discounts on appliances, electronics and stores offer from 10% to 50% off on clothes, mattresses, bedding, housewares, shoes -just about everything. It was created to kick- start the Christmas season and to give Mexicans a chance to buy items at a less expensive price.This year, with Covid-19, it has a double meaning and retailers hope to lure customers back into the stores [masks are mandatory as is social distancing in the smaller stores] and to begin shopping once more.
The annual Pacific Marathon/gran maratón: usually held in late November has been cancelled due to Covid-19. It would have been the 22nd year. The sponsor, Venados say “we hope to see you in 2021.”
Thursday February 11 to Tuesday February 16: Carnaval 2021. Click here for early details.
~DAILY MUSIC NOTES~
THE ALMOST ACCURATE MUSIC SCHEDULE
Due the coronavirus, the city is discouraging large social gatherings and is encouraging social distancing – it’s entirely up to the venues and how individuals feel about getting together.
Most of the restaurants and bars are listed in The Directory, click here for address, opening hours and phone numbers – or, if you prefer, check out the venue’s FB page. Many of your groups are on The Bandstand, please click here to listen. To avoid disappointment call ahead to double check if your band is playing.
Mondays: Leslie [singer from Kraken] and Mr. Rio, Veintiocho Bar, 6 p.m. ♦ Pedro Sarabia [soft sax], Gaia Bistrot and Casa de Cannobio, 8 p.m. ♦ Kannon [hard r ‘n r heavy metal], GusGus GZ, 8:30 p.m.
Tuesdays: Pedro Sarabia [soft sax], Gaia Bistrot and Casa de Cannobio, 8 p.m. ♦ Kannon, [hard rock heavy metal], GusGusGZ, 8:30 p.m.
Wednesdays: Beach Seekers [“Lite Duo], Que Pasa Cantina, 4 p.m. ♦ Kannon [r ‘n r] La Corriente, 3:30 p.m.♦ Pedro Sarabia [soft sax], Gaia Bistrot and Casa de Cannobio, 8 p.m. ♦ Kannon [hard r ‘n r], GusGus GZ, 8:30 p.m.
Thursdays: Hugo Gova, [guitar] El Shrimp Bucket, 7 p.m. ♦ Mundo Sanchez [romantic troubadour ballads, have a listen ], La Fabula GZ, 7:30 p.m. ♦Mario Acosta [acoustic guitar], Gaia Bistrot and Casa de Cannobio, 8 p.m. ♦ Los Bownies [reggae] F.I.S.H. 8 p.m.♦ Kannon, [r ‘n r] GusGus GZ, 8:30 p.m.♦ Buen Triip, Cheers Restobar, 9 p.m. ♦ Cloakas [r ‘n r], Simba Sport Bar, 9 p.m. ♦ Adiccion [rock, heavy metal], La Catedral [in the old La Bohemia space in the Machado], 9:30 p.m.
Fridays: Las Chelas, 28/Veintiocho, 7 p.m.♦ Jackie y su Son de Tres, La Catrina, 8 p.m. ♦ZaZ [rock ‘n roll, have a listen], Pinups, 8 p.m. ♦ Rootsterford, [reggae] El Shrimp Bucket, 8 p.m.♦ Rafael Rodriquez, [ romantic ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen] Gaia Bistrot and Casa de Cannobio, 8 p.m.♦ Goodfellows, F.I.S.H., 8 p.m. Everardo Castro, [Mexican ballads, pop], Los Zarapes, 9 p.m.♦ La Rezaka, Cheers, Restobar 9 p.m. ♦ Malavista [Cuban and Latino quartet, have a listen], La Fabula, Centro, 9 p.m. ♦ Adiccion [r ‘n r, heavy metal], Simba Sport Bar, 9:30 p.m.
Saturdays: Beach Seekers [“lite duo], La Catrina, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. ♦ Jackie y su Son de Tres, La Catrina, 8 p.m.♦ Live music [often reggae with Los Greentails, Rootsterford], El Shrimp Bucket, 8 p.m. ♦ Los Cryps [oldies, Beatles, have a listen] Gaia Bistrot and Casa Cannobio, 8 p.m.♦ Kannon [hard rock heavy metal] Plazuela Machado, 8 p.m.♦ Los Brownies, F.I.S.H., 8 p.m.♦ Everardo Castro, [Mexican ballads, pop,] Los Zarapes, 9 p.m. ♦ La Rezaka [r ‘n r], Cheers Restobar, 9 p.m. ♦ Malavista [Cuban and Latino quartet, have a listen], La Fabula, GZ, 9 p.m.♦ ZaZ, [pop, rock, ballads, have a listen] Simba Sport Bar, 10 p.m. ♦ Adiccion [r ‘n r, heavy metal], Dugout Sport’s Bar, 10 p.m.
Sundays: KraKen [r ‘n roll], Que Pasa Catina, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.♦ Malavista [Cuban, Latino quartet, have a listen] , Via Condotti, 6 p.m.♦ Live music, usually Rootsterford [reggae], El Shrimp Bucket, 7 p.m. ♦ Rafael Rodriquez [ troubadour, ballads, romantic songs in English and Spanish, have a listen], Gaia Bistrot and Casa de Cannobio, 8 p.m ♦ La Rezaka [hard r ‘n r], Cheers Restobar, 9 p.m.♦
[Brenster’s Beach Bash, RETURNS IN NOVEMBER. have a listen, or read Brenster’s profile where you can hear his original jingle] [$80 cover, drinks not included; $200, non- alcoholic drinks included; $340, all-you-can-drink. Prices subject to change due to the coronavirus and social distancing. Read all about the new and improved Diego’s Beach & Grill. Bloggers, Kashlee and Trevor who have attended the Bash four times have this to say]
~ GALLERIES ~
Angela Peralta Theatre Galleries: CLOSED until further notice…There are two galleries; the upstairs gallery above the theatre is referred to as the Galeria Angela Peralta and hosts revolving shows as does the downstairs in the gallery, Galeria Rubio. Open week days from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. but sometimes can be closed due to private events.
Casa Etnika, Sixto Osuna #50, 136 0139, open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m to 5 p.m. Filled with clothes, toys, handicrafts, original art, glass, jewellery, they have it all.
Centro Cultural Made, Miquel Aleman #927 [almost at the docks], open Monday to Saturday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The hours reflect this is a not-for-profit gallery. Made is owned and operated by three artists: Cristiano Gabrielli [he has the Italian influence], Vanya Saavedra [dancer for Delfos] and Germán Torres. Call 669 129 1683.
Centro Cultural Univeristario: it’s on Rosales, between Melchor Ocampo and Leandro Valle. A huge white building, with many rooms, patios and outdoor spaces. The famous Mazatleco artist, Antonio López Saenz has his own exhibit room there, filled with drawings, paintings and a few sculptures. It’s open to the public, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is part of the Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa. It’s a little out of the way but the space and the views of the city are worth seeing as well as Antonio’s wonderful work.
Gaia Bistrot Gallery: Plazuela Machado, Heriberto Frias and Sixto Osuna, open every day at noon.
Galeria Baupres: Heriberto Frias #1506 – hours vary [maybe 10 a.m. -2 p.m. and then 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.] call 669 113 0941.
Gandarva Bazar, Constitución #616, 136 0665, open Monday to Saturday at 10 a.m.
La Querencia, Belisario Dominguez #1502B, 981 1036, open Monday to Saturday at 10 a.m.
Museo Arqueológico de Mazatlan/MUSAM: CLOSED until further notice… During the year this space (indoors and outdoors) hosts many different art exhibits and workshops. Located on Sixto Osuna# 76, kitty corner to Macaws. Closed Mondays, open from 9 a.m. 6 p.m. If you wish to call ahead, 669 981 1455
Museo de Arte: CLOSED until further notice… as of September 9, 2020 the Museo team is preparing the Museo for Covid-19 protocols, They will re-open when the government announces that Mazatlan is in the “green zone”. To view an exhibit – masks are mandatory and only 10 people at a time in the gallery space. When the green light is given please pre-register via e mail: museoartemazataln@culturasinaloa.gob.mx There are three galleries – one collection is in the Sala Antonio López Saenz. Changing exhibits are in both the Sala Roberto Perez Rubio, and Sala Carlos Bueno galleries. Cecilia Sánchez Duarte was appointed the new director in January 2017 and slowly this wonderful space has come alive. [to view Cecilia’s own artwork] [During Semana Santa/Easter/Holy Week and other National holidays] the Museo is open by appointment only – please call 669 985 3502. Due to misuse and disrespect of the bathrooms, they are no longer open to the public. You may wish to read a detailed profile on the Museo de Arte.
The galleries are open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Museum is located on Sixto Osuna #71 and Venustiano Carranza, Centro. Call 985 3502 or 981 5592, the phone will be answered in Spanish. [ Cecilia has hosted many videos on Artists Studios, have a look, you’d be surprised by the talent!]
Nidart, Libertad #45, 985 5991, leather masks, ceramics, jewellery, and much, much more. Open Monday to Saturday at 10 a.m. #17 on ArtWalk
Valladolid Gallery: It’s inside the Valladolid College, on Belisario Dominguez #53. Every month there is a different show – it ranges from group art shows, art installations to poetry readings. The gallery is open from Monday to Friday from 9 a.m to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
~MAZATLAN FILM AND THEATER AT EL RECREO~
Mazatlan Film and Theater at El Recreo is a not -for- profit community centre, located in Centro on Constitución #209. MF&T is closed for the season and returns in January – it will all be here.
~ ONGOING ~
[“Ongoing” covers events, tours, special stores, that don’t have dates, but days – hence they are ongoing during the season when the stay at home for the coronavirus is over.]
Monday to Friday: Flavor Teller Street Food Tours. Tour leader Maaike Hoekstra will take you on a unique journey of Mazatlan street flavours. [“all safe and clean!” so say all of the participants]. “The Flavor Teller gave us the gift of seeing a side of Mazatlan that not many tourists get to see.” Flavor Teller is approaching its second year and is currently #1 on Trip Advisor in this category. The tour leaves the Plazuela Machado at 10 a.m. and returns around 1 p.m. Be sure to visit the website.
Learn to tango with Dalila Garcia. Please give Dalila a call [she speaks English] for more information – 644 420 4044.or e mail: d76lila@hotmail.com
Dalila is giving lessons all year round. The venues change, give her a call!
La Catrina Food and Craft Market – RETURNS IN NOVEMBER if the city grants permission for permits and gatherings and if vendors feel comfortable with people approaching their table/booth – every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon, Camarón Sábalo #2024, 669 916 0116. 
Organic Market: every Saturday until April, Plaza Zaragoza, 8 a.m. until noon. Please bring cloth bags to carry your produce home and small change for the vendors. RETURNS IN NOVEMBER if the city grants a permit for outdoor gatherings and IF vendors feel comfortable with people [really strangers] approaching their booth.
La Beth’s Bazaar & Bohemian Boutique, – open now in Centro on the Corner of Constitución and Benito Juarez [kitty-corner to Topolo Restaurant.]. The hours: Tuesday – Thursday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Fridays – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.[ So what is so special about LaBeth’s Bazaar and Bohemian Boutique? “Besides all the gorgeous new clothes that are as colorful as Mexico, and fun to wear even in warm weather, vintage purses that are all the rage, short kaftans, long kaftans, jeweled kaftans, Palazzo pants that are breezy colorful and ohhh so light, brightly colored wrap skirts that are reversible, ruffled skirts, cotton skirts, wonderful manta crop tops and short jackets… all these things are wonderful, but what makes LaBeth’s really special is the fact that 20% of proceeds go to Hogar San Pablo Boys Home.There was a need to assist the Boys’ Home when the bingo and various pot- luck events ended. I offered to take up the slack and help provide toiletries that are in constant need with 37 boys. My lovely boutique is in its 3rd year – and fortunately, it has provided the Boys’ Home with much needed items. Please come by and shop and donate at the same time; I truly offer feel good shopping!”] RETURNS IN DECEMBER.