Around Town, Daily Live Music, Galleries 
Saturday Farmer’s Market.
~Angela Peralta Theater~
The Angela Peralta is located on Carnaval, in the Plazuela Machado, Centro. The box office is open Monday to Friday from noon to 7 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and open -if there is an event on Sunday. Please call ahead to be sure it’s open – 982 4444 ext. 103. Due to Covid-19, 150 tickets will be available for sale and all Covid protocols will be followed – please arrive at the theater earlier than usual for temperature taking, hand sanitizer etc. etc. Face masks are mandatory inside the theater as well. Tickets for Casa Haas must be bought at the box office, – and only 50 tickets will be available. Casa Haas is also following all Covid-19 protocols. Unfortunately, tickets can still not be purchased online.
Saturday January 23: Concert, Música en el cine -the Mazatlan Camerata takes you to the movies – musically – with Star Wars, The Lion King, The Godfather, Harry Potter, Mission Impossible, etc. etc. 7 p.m., $200.
Saturday January 30: Concert, with Camerata Mazatlan – music for the time of Covid, la musica en tiempos de Covid, $200, 7 p.m. Face masks are mandatory, general admission, socially distancing seating.
Saturday February 6: Concert: Camerata Mazatlan brings you “Catarsis en la crises”/ Catharsis in Crisis, 7 p.m., $200.
Saturday February 13: Concert, Velada de las artes, Evening of the Arts: this evening usually kicks-off Carnaval. Even though Carnaval has been cancelled, no doubt it will be a star-studded gala event with many musical guests and other surprises. 8 p.m., $600
Saturday February 20: Concert, Hablando de amores/speaking of loves, Camerata Mazatlan, 7 p.m., $200.
Friday February 26: Dance, Ballet Folkórico de Cultura presents Al son de mi tierra,/to the sound of my land, This group of performers take great pride in their traditional dances and costumes – it really is a regional love letter to the audience. 8 p.m., $200.
Saturday February 27: Concert, Camerata Mazatlan presents Perseverancia y triunfo/“Perseverance and Triumph”, 7 p.m. $200.
~Around Town~
Sunday January 24: Camerata Campbell Concert: Maestro Gordon Campbell was not about to give up on providing us with wonderful live music. Such a welcome change from watching performances online. However, if you prefer to watch it online streaming go to http://www.cameratacampbell.com/ . This series of concerts will be presented in the event space of La Casona, located in Plazuela Machado [on the corner of Sixto Osuna and Heriberto Frias]. All concerts will take place in the open air at 5 p.m. – so you won’t be sitting in the sun. Even though it’s in the open, face masks are required and sitting will be socially distanced. First come, first social distanced seated. Tickets are $350 pesos – see below where you can purchase them. “The program will have one or two artists on stage, but they offer a variety of styles, times and iconic and spiritual atmospheres for different instruments.”
This afternoon is Suites of Bach for the solo cello. “They are compositions that unite all the cellists of the world. In this case, the gifted young cellist, Arian Castro Murillo will perform…we have the Spanish cellist, Pablo Casals to thank for elevating these incredible compositions to the concert stage in the early 1900s – and now on YouTube where you can listen to them over and over!”
[Tickets on sale now at the office of Pedro y Lola, Carnaval 1313 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and at the restaurant [closed Mondays] from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Cash only please. Tickets can also be purchased at Panama – the branch at Belisario Dominguez and Sixto Osun and at the location in the Golden Zone, Av. Camerón Sábalo at the corner of Av. De las Garzas. Cash only again and the restaurants are open from 7 a.m to 10 p.m.If available, tickets can be bought on the day of at La Casona.]
Friday January 29: Beach Seekers fundraiser for Amigos de los Animales Animal Shelter @ Lucky B’s, 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. This band with a heart of gold never stops rockin’ or giving back and this time it’s for Amigos de Los Animales. The band’s drummer, Marco Salazar and his family, own and operate the Pet Care Veterinarian clinic in Mazatlan and they also support Amigos de los Animales. Amigos started 25 years ago and is the only dedicated animal shelter in Mazatlan – they find safe permanent homes for abandoned, stray or abused animals. They are also focused on ending the pet overpopulation crises through its spay/neuter programs. It’s important to note that this shelter receives no government funding and operates solely from individual donations and fundraising events such as this one. 
The shelter relies on the support of volunteers – to walk dogs, work at the bazaar, donate lightly used items that can be sold at their thrift store.Your help is urgently needed! If you can attend this fun party then please bring money or: pet food, kitty litter, Clorox, cleaning supplies, everything that is required to house, feed and care for animals. If you are unable to attend, Lucky B’s will have a donation box ready for you a week before the event, around January 22. Besides toe-tapping great music there will be a booze basket raffle and a 50/50 draw. If you wish to know more about the Beach Seekers, have a quick read.
[ If you want to volunteer, donate, foster, please contact the Amigos de los Animales shelter, 669 986 4235, Monday to Friday 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. – 7 p.m., and on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. They are located in Bicentenario Juarez #3, Colonia Francisco Villa, http://www.amigosdelosanimalesmzt.com/]
Friday January 29: Concert, Cantándole a México/“Singing to Mexico”, starring Amanecer Cristal, Casa Haas, 7:30 p.m., $100
Saturday January 30: Organic Market/Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m. until noon, Centro’s, Plaza Zaragoza.
Saturday January 30: The Agave Wonders @ Angelina’s Kitchen: Angelina is hosting a tasting and pairing dinner featuring three agave wonders [ with a presentation], a tasting of premium tequila, mezcal and racailla plus dinner! The cost per person is $550, or $500 if you book before January 23. To reserve your place at the table please call 669 910 1596, the evening begins at 6 p.m. Angelina’s is located on Venustiano Carranza #18 in Centro.
Sunday January 31: Fundraiser for Mike Veselik, owner of the Pacific Pearl magazine, hosted by Twisted Mama’s, 4 p.m. We all need a little help from our friends – and over the last 29 years Mike has raised money for hundreds of people. Now Mike needs the help of all of us. “Our dear friend contracted Covid-19 which attacked his kidneys and is now on dialysis three times a week. The expense of these treatments are very costly and Mike needs some financial support right now. The ticket price of $500 pesos includes ten raffle tickets and dinner – a choice of lasagna; or fettuccine with chicken; or Mac and Cheese with chicken; or Caesar salad with shrimp.
Raffle donations so far include: three nights for four people at Torres Mazatlan [from the Bieber Family]; a party for you and your friends at Twisted Mama’s valued at $3000 [from CanAmerican]; a gift certificate for dinner for two [from La Palapa, Torres Mazatlan].There will be more donations made as the weeks goes on. We use proper social distancing for your safety. Face masks must be worn when moving around the restaurant (visiting other tables and using washrooms) your safety is our number one priority. Purchase your tickets at Twisted Mama’s [ closed Monday and Tuesday but you can call 669 276 0677 to secure a table] We have limited seating so please talk to your friends and make up a table of 6 or 4 so we can make sure you’re sitting with people you feel comfortable with and safe beside.” Let’s all give back to a man who has given so much to our community. [you may enjoy this video of Mike on the 20th anniversary of the Pacific Pearl.]
Sunday January 31: Camerata Campbell Concert: Maestro Gordon Campbell was not about to give up on providing us with wonderful live music. Such a welcome change from watching performances online .However, if you prefer to watch it online streaming go to http://www.cameratacampbell.com/ . This series of concerts will be presented in the event space of La Casona, located in Plazuela Machado [on the corner of Sixto Osuna and Heriberto Frias]. All concerts will take place in the open air at 5 p.m. – so you won’t be sitting in the sun. Even though it’s in the open, face masks are required and sitting will be socially distanced. First come, first social distanced seated. Tickets are $350 pesos – see below where you can purchase them. “The program will have one or two artists on stage, but they offer a variety of styles, times and iconic and spiritual atmospheres for different instruments.”
This afternoon is a solo guitar performance by Rodolfo Berralleza. “It was Andres Segovia who inspired composers from Spain and Mexico to compose for the guitar, defining the spirit of the each country.”[
Tickets on sale now at the office of Pedro y Lola, Carnaval 1313 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and at the restaurant [closed Mondays] from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Cash only please. Tickets can also be purchased at Panama – the branch at Belisario Dominguez and Sixto Osuna and at the location in the Golden Zone, Av. Camerón Sábalo at the corner of Av. De las Garzas. Cash only again and the restaurants are open from 7 a.m to 10 p.m.If available, tickets can be bought on the day of at La Casona.]
Friday February 5: The 15th Annual ArtWalk in Centro! Every year we look forward to this monthly event; this year will be no exception, except of course, everyone must follow the Covid-19 protocols. Masks are required in all studios and spaces. Artists are thrilled to be displaying their works -be it paintings, photography, water colours, sculptures or jewllery – please respect their health and yours by wearing a mask. 
There are 23 participating galleries and studios – lots for you to look at or perhaps buy. As always, it’s a free self-guided tour in Centro, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. and you can easily walk from gallery to gallery. Or split it up and have a drink in your favourite bar. After this covid summer the bars and restaurants would so welcome your support – they are all prepped and ready to serve you – safely. Artists will give you virtual hugs for taking the time to see their latest creations. Printed maps with the artists and galleries are available – and the map is online – so you can plot your route. New and just added, is Casa Cayana which will eventually house different artists, a salon, a coffee shop, a real art community. For now, Gallery Uno and Imaginese Brand Store have moved in – please be sure to visit them in their new space. Where is it? Casa Cayana is the white building in the roundabout opposite the Shrimp Bucket. [years ago it used to be where Tourism was and lately a jewelry shop – watch for many new stores moving in.]
Friday February 5: Concert, Legado de los Grandes”Legacy of the Greats”, Casa Haas, 7:30 p.m., $100
Sunday February 7: Camerata Campbell Concert: Maestro Gordon Campbell was not about to give up on providing us with wonderful live music. Such a welcome change from watching performances online. However, if you prefer to watch it online streaming go to http://www.cameratacampbell.com/ .This series of concerts will be presented in the event space of La Casona, located in Plazuela Machado [on the corner of Sixto Osuna and Heriberto Frias]. All concerts will take place in the open air at 5 p.m. – so you won’t be sitting in the sun. Even though it’s in the open, face masks are required and sitting will be socially distanced. First come, first social distanced seated. Tickets are $350 pesos – see below where you can to purchase them. “The program will have one or two artists on stage, but they offer a variety of styles, times and iconic and spiritual atmospheres for different instruments.”
This afternoon is a trumpet recital featuring the widely respected Mauro Kuxy. “With the arrival of the modern trumpet the sound is way better and guaranteed to produce goose bumps for anyone who loves the best in music.
[Tickets on sale now at the office of Pedro y Lola, Carnaval 1313 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and at the restaurant [closed Mondays] from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Cash only please. Tickets can also be purchased at Panama – the branch at Belisario Dominguez and Sixto Osuna and at the location in the Golden Zone, Av. Camerón Sábalo at the corner of Av. De las Garzas. Cash only again and the restaurants are open from 7 a.m to 10 p.m.If available, tickets can be bought on the day of at La Casona.]
Thursday February 11: Multi-media exhibit, Recuerdos de un carnaval, remembering Carnaval. Organizers have arranged for costumes, photographs of floats, kings and queens of past Carnavals. Casa Haas, free, 6 p.m.
Friday February 12: Concert, “Latin American Traditional Music”, Casa Haas, 7:30 p.m., $100
Sunday February 14: Camerata Campbell Concert: Maestro Gordon Campbell was not about to give up on providing us with wonderful live music. Such a welcome change from watching performances online. However, if you prefer to watch it online streaming go to http://www.cameratacampbell.com/ .This series of concerts will be presented in the event space of La Casona, located in Plazuela Machado [on the corner of Sixto Osuna and Heriberto Frias]. All concerts will take place in the open air at 5 p.m. – so you won’t be sitting in the sun. Even though it’s in the open, face masks are required and sitting will be socially distanced. First come, first social distanced seated. Tickets are $350 pesos – see below where you can purchase them. “The program will have one or two artists on stage, but they offer a variety of styles, times and iconic and spiritual atmospheres for different instruments.”
This afternoon pianist Aldo Tercero will perform Beethoven’s best loved piano sonatas. According to Maestro “ In short order Beethoven became one of the most profound composers of all times…the Moonlight and Pathetic sonatas produced moments so sublime that they rapidly became the most loved of his 32 sonatas.”
[Tickets on sale now at the office of Pedro y Lola, Carnaval 1313 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and at the restaurant [closed Mondays] from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Cash only please. Tickets can also be purchased at Panama – the branch at Belisario Dominguez and Sixto Osuna and at the location in the Golden Zone, Av. Camerón Sábalo at the corner of Av. De las Garzas. Cash only again and the restaurants are open from 7 a.m to 10 p.m.If available, tickets can be bought on the day of at La Casona.]
Thursday February 18: ArtWalk in the Golden Zone from noon until 4 p.m.: hosted by Mazatlan4Sale – start your art walk at the Margarita Bar with Lionne and Kristen Decker pouring margaritas into hand-painted mugs. “During these last months artistic life in Mazatlan has suffered an economic crises. We wanted to give a small support to our beloved painters and make it special for you. From every painter’s mug that your purchase, half of the money goes to the artist and the other half for charity causes. Choose the artist you like and get a piece of original art with the signature on it.”
Enjoy Mazatlan4Sale’s gallery and then visit all the participating artists that you’ll see on the street outside – most of the artists will not be inside a building so it’s safe and socially distanced! Visit the artists, mingle with friends and there is always time to have an adult beverage in your favourite bar or restaurant. After the Covid summer your support will be really appreciated – and you’ll get to enjoy professional painters, exquisite photography, original ceramics, jewellery and so much more. What a win-win: a charity event, a free Margarita and art. [Mazatlan4Sale is located on Ave. Playa Gaviotas #439]
Thursday February 18: Guitar Recital with Mariana Argueta. The concert will take place in the new working co-op space, Socixl.colab [beside El Recreo], on Constitución #207. Face masks and social distancing are mandatory. Get your tickets at www.guitarramazatlan.org/en/tickets-2/. Live ticket price is $149.Or chose to buy your ticket online and listen to the concert from the comfort of your home. Digital ticket price is $59 and it’s streaming from tv.guitarramazatlan.org. Or buy your ticket at the box office at Socixl, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Or e mail: hola@guitarramazatlan.org. The performance begins at 8 p.m.
Friday February 19: Concert, Lámour, lámoure, el amor, tres veces amor/three times love, starring Alejandro Pancheco, Alejandro Yépez and Eduardo Tapia. Casa Haas, 7:30 p.m., $120.
Sunday February 21: Camerata Campbell Concert: Maestro Gordon Campbell was not about to give up on providing us with wonderful live music. Such a welcome change from watching performances online. However, if you prefer to watch it online streaming go to http://www.cameratacampbell.com/ .This series of concerts will be presented in the event space of La Casona, located in Plazuela Machado [on the corner of Sixto Osuna and Heriberto Frias]. All concerts will take place in the open air at 5 p.m. – so you won’t be sitting in the sun. Even though it’s in the open, face masks are required and sitting will be socially distanced. First come, first social distanced seated. Tickets are $350 pesos – see below where you can purchase them. “The program will have one or two artists on stage, but they offer a variety of styles, times and iconic and spiritual atmospheres for different instruments.”
This afternoon features The Culiacan Brass. The brass quintet is comprised of two trumpets, one French horn, one trombone and one tuba.
[Tickets on sale now at the office of Pedro y Lola, Carnaval 1313 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and at the restaurant [closed Mondays] from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Cash only please. Tickets can also be purchased at Panama – the branch at Belisario Dominguez and Sixto Osuna and at the location in the Golden Zone, Av. Camerón Sábalo at the corner of Av. De las Garzas. Cash only again and the restaurants are open from 7 a.m to 10 p.m.If available, tickets can be bought on the day of at La Casona.]
Saturday February 27: 3rd Annual Isla Fiesta hosted by Chivos Restaurant: This is a wonderful fundraiser where the proceeds go towards children with special needs on Stone Island. Dallas Autery and Rocio Heredia, owners of the Chivos restaurant, request that you be there around noon and the party goes until 4 p.m. Please bring a cool item for the silent auction – remember this money goes to children in need, so make it super special. A ticket is $250 and includes food [coconut shrimp, fish fingers, chicken fingers and a vegetarian pasta] a silent auction, 50/50 raffle and music – which is donated by the popular entertainer, The Brenster. If you’ve ever been to one of his Tuesday’s Bashes at Diego’s, you know you are in for a fun afternoon on La Isla and count on dancing in the sand – socially distanced of course! There is a cash bar and remember $100 of your $250 ticket goes directly to the children in need.
To reserve, please e mail Dallas: dallasyrocio@yahoo.com., or buy at Cerro los Chivo’s Restauant, or call 669 981 9525 or buy a ticket on Tuesdays at Brenster’s Beach Bash at Diego’s Beach & Grill.
[Getting there: Take the Isla de la Piedra water taxi at the Playa Sur Embarcadero (near La Puntia Restaurant). Take a pulmonia or walk along the jetty road to the right along the ship channel. Cerro Los Chivos is the palapa restaurant near the end of the road on the left.Please have small change for the “lancha”, about 30 pesos roundtrip.]
Sunday February 28: Camerata Campbell Concert: Maestro Gordon Campbell was not about to give up on providing us with wonderful live music. Such a welcome change from watching performances online.However, if you prefer to watch it online streaming go to http://www.cameratacampbell.com/ . This series of concerts will be presented in the event space of La Casona, located in Plazuela Machado [on the corner of Sixto Osuna and Heriberto Frias]. All concerts will take place in the open air at 5 p.m. – so you won’t be sitting in the sun. Even though it’s in the open, face masks are required and sitting will be socially distanced. First come, first social distanced seated. Tickets are $350 pesos – see below where you can purchase them. “The program will have one or two artists on stage, but they offer a variety of styles, times and iconic and spiritual atmospheres for different instruments.”
This afternoon features Maestro Gordon Campbell and the French horn. “The French horn has its beginnings in antiquity. My program “The Art of the Horn” is going to explore and follow its development from the most ancient of times and follow its transformations to the present day. During the course of this musical voyage I will demonstrate and perform on a least five different instruments.”
[Tickets on sale now at the office of Pedro y Lola, Carnaval 1313 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and at the restaurant [closed Mondays] from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Cash only please. Tickets can also be purchased at Panama – the branch at Belisario Dominguez and Sixto Osuna and at the location in the Golden Zone, Av. Camerón Sábalo at the corner of Av. De las Garzas. Cash only again and the restaurants are open from 7 a.m to 10 p.m.If available, tickets can be bought on the day of at La Casona.]
Friday March 5: The 15th Annual ArtWalk in Centro! Every year we look forward to this monthly event; this year will be no exception, except of course, everyone must follow the Covid-19 protocols. Masks are required in all studios and spaces. Artists are thrilled to be displaying their works -be it paintings, photography, water colours, sculptures or jewllery – please respect their health and yours by wearing a mask. 
There are 23 participating galleries and studios – lots for you to look at or perhaps buy. As always, it’s a free self-guided tour in Centro, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. and you can easily walk from gallery to gallery. Or split it up and have a drink in your favourite bar. After this covid summer the bars and restaurants would so welcome your support – they are all prepped and ready to serve you – safely. Artists will give you virtual hugs for taking the time to see their latest creations.Printed maps with the artists and galleries are available – and the map is online – so you can plot your route. New and just added, is Casa Cayana which will eventually house different artists, a salon, a coffee shop, a real art community. For now, Gallery Uno and Imaginese Brand Store have moved in – please be sure to visit them in their new space. Where is it? Casa Cayana is the white building in the roundabout opposite the Shrimp Bucket. [years ago it used to be where Tourism was and lately a jewelly shop – watch for many new stores moving in.]
Thursday March 18:ArtWalk in the Golden Zone from noon until 4 p.m.: hosted by Mazatlan4Sale – start your art walk at the Margarita Bar with Lionne and Kristen Decker pouring margaritas into hand-painted mugs. “During these last months artistic life in Mazatlan has suffered an economic crises. We wanted to give a small support to our beloved painters and make it special for you. From every painter’s mug that your purchase, half of the money goes to the artist and the other half for charity causes. Choose the artist you like and get a piece of original art with the signature on it.”
Enjoy Mazatlan4Sale’s gallery and then visit all the participating artists that you’ll see on the street outside – most of the artists will not be inside a building so it’s safe and socially distanced! Visit the artists, mingle with friends and there is always time to have an adult beverage in your favourite bar or restaurant. After the Covid summer your support will be really appreciated – and you’ll get to enjoy professional painters, exquisite photography, original ceramics, jewellery and so much more. What a win-win: a charity event, a free Margarita and art. [Mazatlan4Sale is located on Ave. Playa Gaviotas #439]
Thursday March 18: Guitar Recital with Daniel Torres.The concert will take place in the new working co-op space, Socixl.colab [beside El Recreo], on Constitución #207. Face masks and social distancing are mandatory. Get your tickets at www.guitarramazatlan.org/en/tickets-2/. Live ticket price is $149.Or chose to buy your ticket online and listen to the concert from the comfort of your home. Digital ticket price is $59 and it’s streaming from tv.guitarramazatlan.org. Or buy your ticket at the box office at Socixl, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Or e mail: hola@guitarramazatlan.org. The performance begins at 8 p.m.
Friday March 19, and Saturday 20: Third Annual Wine Festival/Tercer Festival del Noroeste de Vinos. Once again, organizer Justo Molachino has gathered together many of the best wine merchants and wineries of Mexico. This two-day wine fest takes place in the elegant open-air event space, La Casona, located in the Plazuela Machado [Heriberto Frias and Sixto Osuna] from noon until 8 p.m. Although the tasting starts at noon, it’s best to arrive around 1:30 or 2 p.m. so merchants can chill their whites and open their reds to breath. Tasting fee is $300 for one day or $500 for two days. Tickets are available at the La Casona on the day of and as of January 27 you can buy tickets in Mazatlan at [please check their FB page for hours]: 1. La Cava del Duero, av. Camarón Sabalo # 620; 2]Librería Educal, beside the Museo de Arte de Mazatlán, Sixto Osuna #71 Centro Historico; 3 Héctor’s Bistro, Mariano Escobedo # 409 ,Centro Historico; 4]. Panamá, Golden Zone and Centro Historico; 5]Rico’ s Café, Olas Altas, Golden Zone and the Marina; 6 ]Sushi Yozoko, av. Reforma# 2007, Planta Alta in front of Cimaco in the La Gran Plaza; In Culiacan: 1. Cayenna Cocina del Mundo;2. Panamá Pedro Infante; In Los Mochis: Panama.
You’ll be given the option of a plastic tasting glass for $50 or “real” stemware for $100 that you carry with you- and you can take the glass home! There are proper “spitting/spilling” buckets throughout the space as well as a cheese tables; probably ideal to have a bite to eat before you sample all the wonderful wines – there will be about 16 booths. If you fancy a certain wine you can buy a bottle directly from the vendor. Please have pesos ready, credit cards are not accepted. Good wines from Chihuahua? You bet! Justo has invited some of the best vineyards in Mexico so sip slowly. It’s a beautifully organized wine festival complete with musical entertainment. Salud! [ you can follow all this on FB, La Ruta del Vino.]
Friday April 9: The 15th Annual ArtWalk in Centro! Every year we look forward to this monthly event; this year will be no exception, except of course, everyone must follow the Covid-19 protocols. Masks are required in all studios and spaces. Artists are thrilled to be displaying their works -be it paintings, photography, water colours, sculptures or jewllery – please respect their health and yours by wearing a mask. 
There are 23 participating galleries and studios – lots for you to look at or perhaps buy. As always, it’s a free self-guided tour in Centro, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. and you can easily walk from gallery to gallery. Or split it up and have a drink in your favourite bar. After this covid summer the bars and restaurants would so welcome your support – they are all prepped and ready to serve you – safely. Artists will give you virtual hugs for taking the time to see their latest creations.Printed maps with the artists and galleries are available – and the map is online – so you can plot your route. New and just added, is Casa Cayana which will eventually house different artists, a salon, a coffee shop, a real art community. For now, Gallery Uno and Imaginese Brand Store have moved in – please be sure to visit them in their new space. Where is it? Casa Cayana is the white building in the roundabout opposite the Shrimp Bucket. [years ago it used to be where Tourism was and lately a jewelly shop – watch for many new stores moving in.]
~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. Christmas and New Year’s holidays – call ahead!
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: Rob Lamonica & Friends, [mixed, easy listening], Barra al Mar/BAM, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.♦ Live music [varies] El Shrimp Bucket, 4 p.m.♦ Paloma Guerro & Luisso, [jazzy Amy Winehouse/Janis Joplin style],Lucky B’,s 6 p.m.♦ Phoenix [r ‘n r], La Catrina, 6 p.m.♦ Leslie [singer from Kraken] and Mr. Rio, Veintiocho Bar, 6:30 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: Brenster’s Beach Bash – Reservations are a must and please do via: Brenster’s Facebook page OR you may e mail your reservation request to: brensterinmexico@hotmail.com. Doors open at 1 p.m, the show is from 2:15 to 6 p.m. Because of social distancing = less tables, you must be at your table by 2:30 or risk losing your reservation. [If Brenster is new to you: have a listen, or read Brenster’s profile where you can hear his original jingle] $100 cover, drinks not included; $250, non- alcoholic drinks included; $400, all-you-can-drink- alcohol! 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 ♦ Rex Unplugged [“the best of classic rock”], Lucky B’s, 6 p.m.♦ Rob Lamonica & Friends, Shrimp Bucket, 4 p.m.[have a listen, if you don’t know Rob, here’s a short profile. ♦ Rafael Rodriquez[ to read more about Rafael -romantic ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen]La Palapa Restaurant , Hotel Torres, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.♦Ignacio Chavez [solo jazz guitar], El Presidio Restaurant, 6:30 p.m.♦ Canvas [Armando Coronel Guerra, acoustic guitar, English & Spanish pop and ballads, Water’s Edge, 7 p.m.♦ KraKen [rock ‘n roll], La Catrina, 7 p.m.♦ Pedro Sarabia [soft sax], Gaia Bistrot and Casa de Cannobio, 8 p.m. ♦ Kannon, [hard rock heavy metal], GusGusGZ, 8:30 p.m.
Wednesdays: Kannon [r ‘n r] La Corriente, 2:30 p.m.♦ Rex Unplugged, Twisted Mama’s, 4 p.m.♦ Jay Burns & The Salty Crew, [ rock n’ roll],Barra al Mar, BAM, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. [$340, open bar]♦ Live music [varies] El Shrimp Bucket, 4 p.m.♦ Famba [Suki & Nartoomid], [rock, ballads, pop], Friends Diner, 5 p.m.♦ Alexander [smooth sax]. El Presdio, 6 p.m.♦ Rafael Rodriquez[to read more about Rafael -romantic ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen] La Palapa Restaurant , Hotel Torres, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.♦ Sergio Avila [soft sax, have a listen, to learn more about Sergio click here], Topolo Mexican Restaurant & Wine Bar, 6:30 p.m.♦ Tanya Carrum [pop, ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen, ] La Catrina, 7 p.m.♦ Poesia y Reggae, El Shrimp Bucket, 7 p.m.♦ The Roots Three [reggae], Veintiocho, 28, 7 p.m.♦ Mari Dove, Veintiocho/28, 7 p.m.♦ Lola Parks, Water’s Edge, 7 p.m.♦ Pedro Sarabia [soft sax], Gaia Bistrot and Casa de Cannobio, 8 p.m.♦ Rex [full band, full-on r ‘n r], Lucky B’s, 8 p.m. ♦ Kannon [hard r ‘n r], GusGus GZ, 8:30 p.m. ♦ Alets Malafama [“love and heartbreak” Spanish pop and ballads], Cheers Restobar, 9:30 p.m.♦ Heidi Herrera, [rock ballads, English & Spanish], German Garden, 10 p.m.
Thursdays: BBE [ rock + have a listen ], Surf’s Up, 1 p.m.♦ Kannon, [ r ‘n r], El Velero Stone Island, 2:30 p.m. ♦ Rafael Rodriquez, [to read more about Rafael – romantic ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen], Fishermans Mazatlan Seafood Restaurant [669 114 6022], 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.♦ Rex Unplugged, Pinup’s/Lucky B’s, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.♦ Phoenix [ r ‘n r], Twisted Mama’s, 5 p.m.♦ Jay Burns [“one man band” have listen] Shrimp Bucket, 5:30 p.m. ♦ Rafael Rodriquez[ to read more about Rafael -romantic ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen] Kelly’s, Hotel Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay, 6:30 p.m. Ignacio Chavez [solo jazz guitar], Topolo Restaurant, 6:30 p.m.♦ Live music [varies] El Shrimp Bucket, 7 p.m.♦ ShyNoxPaz, [rock, pop] Lucky B’s, 7 p.m. ♦ Wingin’ It -Rob Lamonica and Lori Davidson [ [ have a listen, here’s a profile on Lori, here’s a profile on Rob],, Water’s Edge, 7 p.m Mundo Sanchez [romantic troubadour ballads, have a listen ], La Fabula GZ, 7:30 p.m.♦ Las Chelas Girl Band, Roy’s Restaurant, 7:30 p.m. ♦Mario Acosta [acoustic guitar], Gaia Bistrot and Casa de Cannobio, 8 p.m. ♦ KraKen [rock,pop, have a listen], Pinup’s/Lucky B’s 8 p.m.♦ Los Brownies [reggae], F.I.S.H., 8 p.m. ♦ Live music, Pedro y Lola, 8:30 p.m.♦ Kannon, [r ‘n r] GusGus GZ, 8:30 p.m.♦ César Valay [rock acoustic], Ruiseñor, 9 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 p.m.
Fridays: KraKen,[rock, pop, have a listen] Fisherman’s, Landing, 4 p.m.♦ Beach Seekers Band [r ‘n r, pop], Pinup’s,/Lucky B’s, 4 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ♦ Phoenix Band, [ r ‘n r], Twisted Mama’s, 6 p.m.♦ Mr. Rio, Margarita’s Bar & Grill, 6 p.m. ♦ Wingin’ It, Rob Lamonica & Lori Davidson [ have a listen, here’s a profile on Lori, here’s a profile on Rob], La Fabula Centro 6 p.m.♦ Los Cryps [rock, oldies], Friends Diner, 6:30 p.m. ♦ Danielsan Project, La Fabula GZ, 7 p.m.♦ Paloma Guerro & Luisso, [jazzy Amy Winehouse/Janis Joplin style], Water’s Edge, 7:30 p.m ♦ Las Chelas, [rock/pop] 28/Veintiocho, 7 p.m.♦ Jackie y su Son de Tres, La Catrina, 8 p.m.♦ Santa Frida [pop/funk], F.I.S.H. 8 p.m. ♦ Rex [full band, full-on r ‘n r], Lucky B’s/ Pinups, 8 p.m. ♦ Alets Malafama El Shrimp Bucket, 8 p.m.♦ Rafael Rodriquez, [to read more about Rafael – 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.♦ Luis Enrique, Via Condotti, 8 p.m.♦ Mandrake & Magics, Trition 8 p.m.♦ Alets Malafama, [Spanish pop, ballads] Pinups, 8:30 p.m. ♦ Los Cryps [oldies, r ‘n r] Tritón Sea Food, 9 p.m.♦ Shynox Paz [ r ‘n r], La G del Gato, 9 p.m.♦ Everardo Castro, [Mexican ballads, pop], Los Zarapes, 9 p.m.♦ La Rezaka, Cheers, Restobar 9 p.m.♦ Evelyn Torrescano, La Catedral, 9 p.m. ♦ Alets Malafama, La Catedral, 9 p.m. ♦ El Mal Tercio, La Fabula GZ, 9:30 p.m.♦ Adiccion [r ‘n r, heavy metal], Simba Sport Bar, 9:30 p.m.
Saturdays:Los Brownies [reggae], Surf’s Up, 1 p.m.♦ Chino & Paloma [ r ‘n r], Que Pasa Catina, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.♦Live music, [varies] El Shrimp Bucket, 4 p.m. on ♦Heidi Herrera [rock, pop, ballads, English & Spanish], Fisherman’s Landing, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.♦ Rex Unplugged [“the best of the classic rock”] Pinup’s/Lucky B’s, 5 p.m.♦ Malavista [Cuban and Latino quartet, have a listen], German Beer Garden, 5 p.m. ♦ Jay Burns [“one man band, have a listen], La Catrina, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. ♦ Las Chelas Girl Band, Roy’s Restaurant, 7:30 p.m.♦ Rafael Rodriquez [ to read more about Rafael -romantic ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen] Kelly’s, Hotel Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay, 7 p.m. ♦ Rob Lamonica and Friends, Macaws, 6:30 p.m. ♦ Leslie [singer from Kraken] and Mr. Rio, Veintiocho Bar,/28 7 p.m.♦ Arsenio [Mazatlan’s Frank Sinatra, bilingual crooner], Casa Loma, 7 p.m.♦Tanya Carrum [pop, ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen, ] Water’s Edge♦ Jackie y su Son de Tres, La Catrina, 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. ♦ Mandrake & The Magics [SKA/rock], Pinups,/Lucky B’s, 8 p.m.♦ Los Brownies, F.I.S.H., 8 p.m.♦ Alets Malafama, [“love and heartbreak”, Spanish pop and ballads].Tritón, 8:30 p.m.♦ Everardo Castro, [Mexican ballads, pop,] Los Zarapes, 9 p.m.♦ Shynox Paz [ r ‘n r], La G del Gato, 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, 9:30 p.m. ♦ Adiccion [r ‘n r, heavy metal], Dugout Sport’s Bar, 10 p.m.
Sundays:Rob Lamonica and Friends [have a listen, to read his brief profile, El Shrimp Bucket, 2 p.m. ♦ Rex Unplugged, [acoustic rock], Veintiocho/28 Bar, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.♦ KraKen [r ‘n roll, have a listen], Que Pasa Catina, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.♦ La Roots Band, [reggae] Barra al Mar [BAM], 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.♦ Phoenix Band, [r ‘n r] Twisted Mama’s, 5 p.m.♦ Los Bandits, Lucky B’s, 5 p.m.♦ Live music, Veintiocho Bar,/28 , 6 p.m. ♦ Las Chelas, Lucky B’s, 6 p.m.♦ Rootsterford/Los Brownies [reggae], Shrimp Bucket, 7 p.m. ♦ Rob Lamonica and Friends, Pedro y Lola, 6:30 p.m.♦ Malavista [Cuban, Latino quartet, have a listen] , Via Condotti, 7 p.m.♦ Live music, usually Rootsterford [reggae], El Shrimp Bucket, 7 p.m. ♦ Rafael Rodriquez [to read more about Rafael – 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. ♦ Alets Malafama, La Catedral, 9 p.m.
~ GALLERIES ~
Angela Peralta Theatre Galleries: [re-opened on October 16, social distancing and masks required.] 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: As of October 14,2020 small groups are allowed in the Museo to see the exhibits –please pre-register via e mail: museoartemazatla@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 has returned! – it’s all here.
All Covid protocols are being followed and you must wear a face mask to enter the building. Movies are screening every Monday and Thursday at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., social distancing is respected, 25 seats only, $50 is the suggested donation. Jazz jams [ resume January 20] and guest speakers, in time, will return too! Be sure to stay current by visiting http://mazact.com,
Saturday Farmer’s Market
Every Saturday the Farmer’s Market is open from 8 a.m. until noon, in Centro, at Plaza Zaragoza. It will be a little different this year due to Covid-19 – but so far there are more than 24 vendors confirmed! Organizers ask that everyone enter the square wearing a face mask, respect social distancing, carry cloth bags [no more plastic bags at the market] and have lots of change for the vendors. All vendors are welcome – including artists! There will be no cooking demos because of Covid-19, but still a great opportunity to meet friends, see different products and reconnect with vendors who are selling new items. Obviously, the market will be closed on holidays such as December 25th. Stay on this page for the latest updates.[if you would like to read about the history of the market, now in its 10th year, or if you are interested in becoming a vendor – or seeing the list of participating vendors please click here.]