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~Angela Peralta Theater~
The Angela Peralta Theater is located in Centro, on Carnaval in the Plazuela Machado. The box office is open Monday to Friday from 9 am -2 pm, 4 pm -7pm ; on Saturday 9 am-1 pm. Please call ahead to be sure – 669 982 4446 ext. 103. Expect to pay in pesos, cash. Depending on the concert, often credit cards are not accepted. Tickets for Casa Haas must be bought at the box office. Casa Haas is located on Mariano Escobedo [across from Héctor’s Bistro] at the corner of Heriberto Frias. There are about 70 comfy seats in Casa Haas, always general seating. Unfortunately, tickets can not be purchased online BUT now you can buy tickets through your WhatsApp. Here’s how: text this number 669 120 0020.; for instance, write “two tickets for November 20, 2023 and you will get a text back – please note, all communication is in Spanish-[“Hola. Bienvenido a la Taquilla Digital de Cultura Mazatlán. En breve estaremos contigo.Te invitamos a conocer algunos términos y condiciones de nuestro servicio.La Taquilla Digital vende y distribuye boletos únicamente para los eventos organizados por el Instituto de Cultura de Mazatlán.* Solo se aceptan transferencias o depósitos.Más Términos y condiciones del servicio aquí: https://shorturl.at/aoyD3″]
Saturday December 9, Concert, ‘BEWITCHING BROADWAY” – these talented singers [mostly from the United States, “The Big Apple”] have performed on Broadway and tonight they will sing songs from all your favourites: Phantom, Jekyll & Hyde, The Little Mermaid, Cats, Little Shop of Horrors, Chicago, Sweeney Todd, Dance of the Vampires, Into the Woods and Wicked.Guest soloists include: Scott Coulter, Jessica Hendy, Alex Getlin, Campbell Walker,Blaine Krauss and on the piano John Boswell. 8 pm, $300-$500.
Friday December 15, 8 pm, Saturday December 16, 8 pm, Sunday December 17, 6 pm. Concert, Gala Navideña, “Christmas Concert.” No one wants to miss out on this wonderful Christmas Concert. The stage is full and the audience sings along. There are always surprises – be it elves climbing from balcony to balcony, or Santas on a sleigh, this is an annual treat for many, many families. On stage: Camerata Mazatlan, Coro Angela Peralta, Coro Infantil del CMA, Compañia Ballet de Mazatlan, dancers from EPDM, and graduates from the Escuela Municipal de Ballet Clásico – not counting the adorable mice, hundreds of performers are waiting to entertain you. Merry Christmas. $200-$350.
Friday January 5: Grupo Help! Returns to the Angela Peralta stage. This group from Mexico City has nailed the Liverpool accents and all the Beatle moves. It’s a lively, joyous performance and you’ll leave singing “Here Comes the Sun”, “Hey Jude”, “Let it Be”. Margaret Sullivan from The Guardian writes: “The Beatles endure. They transcend time, geography, demographics and personal taste”. Geoff Edgers from the Washing Post says ” they were the perfect merging of musical excellence and commercial success. The exceptional quality is consistent with maybe only three songs that aren’t good. What’s more, their musical legacy remains undiluted. They broke up, never reunited and, as a band, never put out any mediocre or bad albums”. There are usually two performances and as this is not a Cultura event, cash only at the box office. 6 pm and 8:30 pm. prices and times to be confirmed [around $350-$650 based on the 2023 performance]
Maestro Gordon Campbell’s Concert Series once again proves to be varied and full of surprises. A little jazz, a little classical, a Minnesota vocal ensemble and many other “fripperies”.
Sunday January 7: Gordon Campbell Concert Series, Somos Fuertes /Still going Strong – Grammy award winner singer and songwriter Doug Cotler, and critically acclaimed Lori Patterson’s program pays homage to Bob Dylan, Fleetwood Mac and many more. By chance, Maestro met both Doug and Lori at Gaia Bistrot in the Plazuela Machado – this chance meeting had lead to this exciting performance by seasoned professionals. “It will be spectacular” says Gordon. About Cotler: “Few performers possess Doug’s talents as a composer…and few composers can jam with the very best players. Doug’s symphony, The Golem, was performed by the Seattle Philharmonic Orchestra…and he has also toured and played country, pop, and rock music with such well-known artists as John Denver, Jerry Jeff Walker, and Mason Williams.Doug has recorded six original Jewish music albums, with his 1984 Grammy being awarded for writing “Manhunt”, a powerful song featured in the smash album and movie, Flashdance. He also has two songbooks containing all the songs from four of his recordings.”12:00 pm. $150- $350.
Sunday January 21: Gordon Campbell Concert Series, Mexicanisimo!. Once again, Maestro presents la Rondalla del Sector Educativo de Culiacan. 12:00 pm. $150-$350. Cash/pesos only.
Sunday January 28: Gordon Campbell Concert Series, Carnaval de los Animales de Saint-Saens with Camerata Mazatlan and pianists José Miguel Rivera and Elias Esparz Osuna. [The Carnival of the Animals is a humorous musical suite of fourteen movements, including “The Swan”, by the French composer Camille Saint-Saëns.] 12 pm. $150-$350. Cash/pesos only.
Sunday February 18: Gordon Campbell Concert Series, The Spirit of Jazz with The Sectionals. This is a vocal ensemble from Minnesota who are making their debut in Mazatlan with blues and jazz. Once again, Maestro met this group [who have been singing together since college in the Plazuela Machado] and he was so impressed with their singing he invited them to be part of his series. Maestro doesn’t miss much! 12:00 pm. $150-$350. Cash/pesos only.
Sunday February 25: Gordon Campbell Concert Series, Fantasia para un gentil hombre de Joaquin Rodrigo presents award-winning guitarist Rodrigo Neftali who will play the the concerts of Aranjuez and the Fantasy for a Gentle Man of Joaquin Rodrigo. 12:00 pm. $150-$350. Cash/pesos only.
Sunday March 3: Gordon Campbell Concert Series closes the season with two of the most acclaimed orchestra works, Shubert’s Unifished Symphony and Beethoven’s Fifth symphony. Camerata Mazatlan. 12:00 pm. $150-$350. Cash/pesos only.
~Around Town~
MARKETS AROUND TOWN:
[Occasionally closed during “high holidays”, rain, or due to road detours for various parades etc. Please have small change in pesos and a carrier bag.]
Open every day: El Mercado Pino Suárez, food stalls can be as early as 7:30 am – 8 am, souvenir stalls open around 10:30-11 am. Market begins to slow down, many begin to close around 4:30 pm. In Centro, Benito Juarez, Aquiles Serdan, Melchor Ocampo. [closes early on important holidays like Christmas, Easter etc.]
Open every day: Mercado Juan Carrasco, all food, opens around 8 am. and some vendors close at 2 pm. It depends on the stall. Ave. Gutiérrez Nájera [north of the Fisherman’s Monument.] [closes early on important holidays like Christmas, Easter etc.]
Open every day: Mercado de la Juarez , also called Hildago Mercado and not to be confused with the Sunday Juarez Flea Market. This market is HUGE, blocks and blocks and some stalls open as early as 5 am. but to be safe, go around 8 am. A few souvenir and spice shops but mostly food. Weekdays some stalls stay open until 7 pm, on the weekend most stalls are closed by 2 pm. Located in the Juarez area, Enrique Pérez Arce. [closes early on important holiday like Christmas, Easter etc.,]
Mondays: Centro Monday Market, 9 am. to noon. A seasonal market offering artisanal products. Located in Patina Restaurant, Cinco de Mayo # 2303. Vendors call, 669 109 6680 if you are interested. Breakfast menu is available.
Wednesdays: Sabalo Wednesday Market, 9 am. to noon. Hosted by Fat Fish Restaurant, next to Farmacia Guadalajara. “gluten-free items, coffee & liqueurs, honey & pesto, hand-made items by the girls at FloreSer, jewelry, wellness products, fruits & veggies, comfort food +++”
Thursday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday: year round, in Centro’s Plazuela Machado from 6 pm. on. Art, crafts, shawls, jewelry, hats, flip flops, t shirts, lotions and potions.
Fridays: Bazar Market Mazatlan, 9 am – noon. “Explore local produce, fresh vegetables, sausages, honey, coffee, desserts…also meet our artisans with wonderful homemade jewelery, clothes, paintings and home decor…” Located between Henry’s taco and La Antigua restaurant – across from Villas del Mar on Sabalo Cerritos.
Saturdays: The Organic Market, from 8 am. to noon, in Centro’s Plazuela Zaragoza, 30+ vendors selling fresh produce [eggs, greens, herbs, cheese, chicken] coffee, arts, crafts, jewelry, flowers etc. Enjoy your breakfast available from several vendors and often there are free cooking demos, yoga and painting classes.
Saturdays: The Golden Zone Market Charity Group, from 9 am. to noon, at Lucky B’s /Pinups. 60-70 vendors, “a healthy mix of expats, Mexicans, Polish, Scottish, Ukrainians” – baked goods, jewelry, art, plants, natural remedies etc. A portion of your pesos will flow to a charity of your choice – last season, 38,000 pesos were donated by the generous vendors.
Sundays: Libertad Food & Crafts, from 9 am. to 2 pm. Food court, crafts, clothes, beer and mezcal. Libertad #409 [ one block south of Machado].
Sunday December 10: Fundraiser for Amigos de los Animales Animal Shelter. From 3 pm. to 6 pm. “Please join us for this fun event! No ticket required. Please make table reservations directly with the restaurants, Lucky B’s and Pinups, in the Golden Zone. Music provided by Kraken Band Mazatlán Have fun, eat, drink and dance to your favorite rock and roll songs while supporting the street animals of Mazatlán. Fantastic Booze Baskets and other special raffles. 
50 / 50 drawing. Please help the animal shelter by bringing donations of Purina Cat Chow Gatitos (for kittens), Purina Cat Chow Adultos, Purina Dog Chow, cleaning products (bleach, Fabuloso and laundry detergent), used towels, paper towels and newspapers. Financial donations are always welcome and can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/adlamaza 100% of your support will be used for food, shelter and veterinary care for our animals. Please share this invitation and see you there.”
Kraken!
Sunday December 10: Rocky Horror Picture Show, 7 pm, $200 at Mazatlan Film & Theatre/El Recreo, Constitución # 209, tickets are available for purchase before the movies or by reservation at ticketbooking.mazfandt@gmail.com. “This will be a truly interactive event. A glass or wine/beer are included in your price.”
Monday December 11:Phil Nevil’s MAZAZUL OPEN MIC NIGHT, guirtaritsts, basissts, horn players bring your instruments [sound system, drum kit, bass amp and keyboard are available, rsvp 669 225 8719], 7 pm. Patio Escobedo
Monday December 11: Gaia Bistrot will be hosting a Posada Navideńa featuring el Coro Infantil del Instituto de Cultura Mazatlan – the volunteer children’s choir – under the direction of Maestra Mariela Angulo at 6:30 pm. You don’t have to eat at Gaia but if you wish to make a reservation please call 669 112 2525. The children will be singing many traditional Christmas carols so you may just want to find a bench and enjoy their young voices – surrounded by the holiday festive decorations and lights in the Plazuela Machado. [after the performance Gaia offers the children a delicious free dinner.]
Tuesday December 12: Movie, Midaq Alley [Callejon de Milagros] 3 pm, Mazatlan Film & Theater/El Recreo, Constitución #209, tickets available at the door on the day of, suggested donation of $50.
Wednesday December 13: Movie, Kansas City, 3 pm, Mazatlan Film & Theater/El Recreo, Constitución #209, tickets available at the door on the day of, suggested donation of $50.
Thursday December 14: Movie, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,3 pm, Mazatlan Film & Theater/El Recreo, Constitución #209, tickets available at the door on the day of, suggested donation of $50.
Thursday December 14: Art Exhibit, “OPTICAL PRINTS” by artist Cecilia Sánchez Duarte. You may know Cecilia’s art from her woodblock prints often on display during Dia de Muertos, or you may know her when she was director of the Museo de Arte Mazatlan. Cecilia is a member of the prestigious Salón de Plástica Mexican in Mexico City. Her woodblock printing took her from paper, to t shirts which led her to explore printing on different fabrics such as velvet and lace. ‘OPTICAL PRINTS’ are 3D and when you move very slightly you’ll see “shape shifting”, It’s elegant, it’s exciting and probably something you’ve never seen before. Join her for this artistic adventure at the Galeria Rubio, at 7 pm, free, everyone is welcome. Galeria Rubio is located in Centro, street level beside the Angela Peralta Theatre.[If you would like to learn more about the process of printmaking with Cecilia please click here.] [If you would like a private tour with Cecilia and get to know the art of Mazatlan please click here.
Thursday December 14: Guitar Recital, with renowned guitarist Daniel Salceda, 7 pm, Patio Escobedo, $149.
Thursday December 14: Book Reading in Spanish, Diccionario de mexicanismos presented by Concepción Company Company. Casa Haas,7 pm. free with ticket from the Angela Peralta box office, 70 seats, general seating.
Friday December 15: An ArtWalk Special evening – certain galleries and studio will be open with surprises for you. 4 pm. – 8 pm.
Saturday December 16: Beach Boys Christmas Special with Los Cryps @ Surf’s Up. 4 pm – 8 pm. “We will take you on a musical journey with a Beach Boys twist on their classic tunes. Their live performance on the big stage will infuse the holiday spirit with those legendary beachy vibes. Indulge in a delectable 3-course Christmas dinner that will tantalize your taste buds with festive flavors. The curated menu perfectly complements the holiday season, featuring mouthwatering dishes that will leave you craving for more.
Los Cryps-as the Beach Boys- in a Christmas Special at Surf’s Up, December 16.
Your ticket includes two beverages to raise a glass and toast to the season of merriment. Choose from a selection of wines, cocktails, or non-alcoholic options to suit your preferences. Feel the warmth of the holiday spirit as you enjoy the delightful decorations, festive ambiance, and the company of friends and family. It’s a perfect occasion to share the joy of Christmas with your loved ones.” To purchase your ticket, $1,400 please click here https://www.surfsupmazatlan.com/event-details/beach-boys-christmas or buy at Surf’s Up.
Saturday December 16: Cheryl Gaudet in concert @ La Comuna Pizza and Grill. The talented Canadian singer songwriter is performing her second concert of the season at Artesano’s new restaurant, La Comuna.Doors open at 5 pm, show at 6 pm, $200. 
“I’ll be performing some different original songs and look forward to sharing another fun intimate evening with you.” BYOB to dine with chef’s delicious salads, pizza and pasta, lots of choices. For tickets please contact Cheryl via e: cheryl@cherylgaudet.com or via WA, 669 164 3826. Pesos please, exact change please. La Comuna is located on Melchor Ocampo #510 and is open Tuesday to Saturday from 8 am. to 6 pm.
Saturday December 16: Kafe-Denda’s Posada-Aniversario: featuring the music of Suncai Gitano. The holiday evening begins at 8 pm. and your $450 ticket includes salads, pastas, tapas, postres [desserts] and 2 glasses of red wine++ surprises and a traditional breaking of the piñata. Reservations are essential: 669 105 1573 or 669 172 9297.
Sunday December 17: Rocky Horror Picture Show, 7 pm, $200 at Mazatlan Film & Theatre/El Recreo, Constitución # 209, tickets are available for purchase before the movies or by reservation at ticketbooking.mazfandt@gmail.com. “This will be a truly interactive event. A glass or wine/beer are included in your price.”
Monday December 18: “It’s a Very Merry Christmas Carol @ El Presidio.” This is a benefit for FloreSer Girls Safe Haven featuring the musical talents of: ForeSer Girls, [FloreSer is a safe home for teenage girls who have been victims of abuse and violence] The Cultura Quartet, Paloma Guerrero and Leslie Lopez +++
Your ticket of $1500 includes a delicious selection of Mexican food, and the Presidio bar will be serving tropical cocktails and domestic drinks. The evening starts at 6 pm. and stay on this page of where to buy your tickets.If you are on FB, you can message Simon Lynds directly to book your table or send him a WA at 669 994 1872, or text El Presidio to reserve, 669 223 1021 or drop by the restaurant; Melinda Gebraad, gemsofmazatlan@gmail.com; Cynthia Beaver, 669 994 1872. Organizers have requested “chic and natty garb”. That means wear your Christmas glam best! El Presidio is located on Nińos Heroes and is handicap accessible. [If you’d like to learn more about El Presidio in the historic Casa Garcia house, please click here.] [To read more about FloreSer please click here.]
Tuesday December 19: Movie, Keep The Change, 3 pm, Mazatlan Film & Theater/El Recreo, Constitución #209, tickets available at the door on the day of, suggested donation of $50.
Wednesday December 20: Movie, Take Me to the River, 3 pm. Mazatlan Film & Theater/El Recreo, Constitución #209, tickets available at the door on the day of, suggested donation of $50.
Thursday December 21: Art Festival @ Mazatlan4Sale, Av. Playa Gaviotas #439, noon – 4 pm. “We sell fun! We personally invite you to join us in our FAMOUS ANNUAL ART FESTIVAL. We will be showcasing some of the best local artists, painters, photographers and jewelers in town. Don’t miss the opportunity to purchase your one-of-a-kind hand-painted mug that comes with a free margarita! 100% of the money collected from mug sales will go directly to the non-profit charity organization, Gems of Mazatlan. Event is free for all ages.” To learn more about Maztlan4Sale please click here.
Thursday December 21: Movie, Float Like a Butterfly, 3 pm, Mazatlan Film & Theater/El Recreo, Constitución #209, tickets available at the door on the day of, suggested donation of $50.
Saturday December 23: SOLD OUT! ASK TO BE PUT ON THE WAIT-LIST.Christmas Enchantment with Tanya Carrum @ Patina Restaurant. Tanya is all dressed up and ready to party! And she’s eager to sing all your Christmas favourites – in English or Spanish. The evening begins 5:30 and this happy night includes: a traditional Christmas dinner, complimentary welcome cocktail, draws, raffles and prizes, a prize for the best dressed couple and a very special raffle for a weekend getaway to Puerto Vallarta, Nuevo Vallarta, Cabo, or Loreto. 
There is a cash bar, and the cost is $1350. Please reserve [call or text] 669 275 9452 – Patina is located in Centro on Cinqo de Mayo #2303. Tickets must be purchased by Sunday December 3. If you wish to read more about Patina, please click here.
Wednesday December 27:Mazatlan Comedy Club presents Jason Love. $300, doors open at 1 pm, show is at 2 pm. at the Hotel Siesta [on Olas Altas, beside Beatle Alley]. The talented singer -songwriter Cheryl Gaudet is the promoter of the Mazatlan Comedy Club and Cheryl will sing a few “warm-up” songs. Reserve tickets by e: cheryl@cherylgaudet.com or via WA 669 164 3826. Pesos please, exact change if possible. “Jason Love [CA] is one of the hardest working comedians today. This “clean stand -up comedian has appeared on HBO, Comedy Central, America’s Got Talent and Dry Bar Comedy. His crafty punch lines and guitar bits make him a favorite with corporations and audiences”
A mini menu and full bar are inside the hotel and organizers suggest you order the food early – it’s not included in your ticket price, that’s for the show only. La Siesta is an open-air space so if the day is cool/windy you may want to bring a jacket or shawl.
Wednesday December 27: Movie, Gosford Park, 3 pm, Mazatlan Film & Theater/El Recreo, Constitución #209, tickets available at the door on the day of, suggested donation of $50.
Wednesday December 27: Concert, Falsa Orquesta Cubana, @ Patio Escobedo, 9:00 pm, $200, reservations essential, 669 225 8719.
Thursday December 28: Movie, The World According to Garp, 3 pm, Mazatlan Film & Theater/El Recreo, Constitución #209, tickets available at the door on the day of, suggested donation of $50.
Sunday December 31: New Years Eve – celebrate 2024 in style, the way you want, so many choices from Cerritos to Centro. Check social media for menus, prices, live music and times: Gaia Bistrot; El Presidio; Roys; La Ostio, Legends BFD; La Marea; Casa Canobbio
Sunday December 31: Ring in the New Year with The Brenster at La Catrina! The evening includes: Brenster’s energetic live show, a three-course dinner, open bar for five hours [7:30 p.m. -12:30 a.m.] party favours, and a glass of bubbly at midnight for $1,600 per person – that price includes the tip too! The show starts at 8:30 p.m., the bar opens at 7:30 pm., the doors at 7:15 p.m. Tickets are available at La Catrina, only 200, – Tuesdays to Sundays, open from noon on, Camarón Sabalo at the corner of Delfin, 669 913 2618. If you are not in Mazatlan, but wish to attend the NYE dinner you, can reserve with the manager of La Catrina, Sughey, via e mail: sugheyvg@hotmail.com.For more information on Brent McAthey please click here www.thebrenster.ca
Friday January 5: The 18th Annual ArtWalk in Centro, 4 pm. – 8 pm. This is a free self-guided tour that everyone looks forward to. It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet the artists of Centro Historico and for the artists it gives them a chance to promote their work. Perhaps you’ll want to buy something, perhaps you won’t, there’s never any pressure. There will be approximately 85+ artists in 41 locations all within walking distance.
ArtWalk promotes painting, sculpture, drawing, mixed media, printmaking, photography, fine jewelry and ceramics. Centro is bursting with new restaurants, cafes and bars – they often participate in this popular monthly event with special drinks, food and music. Happy Friday! Printed maps with the artists and galleries will be available in November in various Centro locations, or click here to view it online..
Friday February 2: The 18th Annual ArtWalk in Centro, 4 pm. – 8 pm. This is a free self-guided tour that everyone looks forward to. It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet the artists of Centro Historico and for the artists it gives them a chance to promote their work. Perhaps you’ll want to buy something, perhaps you won’t, there’s never any pressure. There will be approximately 85 + artists in 41 locations all within walking distance. promotes painting, sculpture, drawing, mixed media, printmaking, photography, fine jewelry and ceramics. Centro is bursting with new restaurants, cafes and bars – they often participate in this popular monthly event with special drinks, food and music. Happy Friday! Printed maps with the artists and galleries will be available in November in various Centro locations or click here to view it online.
Sunday February 4: Gordon Campbell Concert Series, Cornos, coronos y mucho jazz/just for fun horns and jazz – The Fripperies Cambell Quartet. Maestro on his French horn and his group play the blues, jazz and some new pieces.Casa Haas, 12:00 pm. and 5:00 pm, $350, limited seating, tickets must be purchased at the Angela Peralta box office. Cash/pesos only.
Thursday February 8 – Tuesday February 13: Carnaval 2024. The theme this year is “Eclipse Barroco” – celebrating the total eclipse on April 8 as well as paying tribute to the baroque era, 1600-1750. This was a highly ornate era – so count on Raul Rico, director of Cultura, giving you a lush and lavish Carnaval! Imagine the pre-Carnaval concerts – Handel, Bach, Vivaldi, Mozart. For a guideline to the 2024 Carnaval please click here.
Thursday February 18: Art Festival @ Mazatlan4Sale, Av. Playa Gaviotas #439, noon – 4 pm. “We sell fun! We personally invite you to join us in our FAMOUS ANNUAL ART FESTIVAL. We will be showcasing some of the best local artists, painters, photographers and jewelers in town. Don’t miss the opportunity to purchase your one-of-a-kind hand-painted mug that comes with a free margarita! 100% of the money collected from mug sales will go directly to the non-profit charity organization, Gems of Mazatlan. Event is free for all ages.”To learn more about Maztlan4Sale please click here.
Friday February 16: An ArtWalk Special evening – certain galleries and studio will be open with surprises for you. 4 pm. – 8 pm.
Friday March 1: The 18th Annual ArtWalk in Centro, 4 pm. – 9 pm. This is a free self-guided tour that everyone looks forward to. It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet the artists of Centro Historico and for the artists it gives them a chance to promote their work. Perhaps you’ll want to buy something, perhaps you won’t, there’s never any pressure. There will be approximately 85+ artists in 41 locations all within walking distance. ArtWalk promotes painting, sculpture, drawing, mixed media, printmaking, photography, fine jewelry and ceramics. Centro is bursting with new restaurants, cafes and bars – they often participate in this popular monthly event with special drinks, food and music. Happy Friday! Printed maps with the artists and galleries will be available in November in various Centro locations or click here to view it online.
Thursday March 21: Art Festival @ Mazatlan4Sale, Av. Playa Gaviotas #439, noon – 4 pm. “We sell fun! We personally invite you to join us in our FAMOUS ANNUAL ART FESTIVAL. We will be showcasing some of the best local artists, painters, photographers and jewelers in town. Don’t miss the opportunity to purchase your one-of-a-kind hand-painted mug that comes with a free margarita! 100% of the money collected from mug sales will go directly to the non-profit charity organization, Gems of Mazatlan. Event is free for all ages.”To learn more about Maztlan4Sale please click here.
Sunday March 24- Saturday March 30: Semana Santa, Holy Week
Friday April 5: The 18th Annual ArtWalk in Centro, 4 pm. – 8 pm. This is a free self-guided tour that everyone looks forward to. It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet the artists of Centro Historico and for the artists it gives them a chance to promote their work. Perhaps you’ll want to buy something, perhaps you won’t, there’s never any pressure. There will be approximately 85+ artists in 41 locations all within walking distance. ArtWalk promotes painting, sculpture, drawing, mixed media, printmaking, photography, fine jewelry and ceramics. Centro is bursting with new restaurants, cafes and bars – they often participate in this popular monthly event with special drinks, food and music. Happy Friday! Printed maps with the artists and galleries will be available in November in various Centro locations, or click here to view the map online.
Monday April 8: Total Solar Eclipse, 11:07.25 – 11:11.45 am. So very exciting for Mazatlan. You will need safe solar viewing glasses, “eclipse glasses” and research emphasizes “regular sunglasses, no matter how dark, are not safe for viewing the sun.” A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon “eclipses” the sun. This means that the moon, as it orbits the earth, comes in between the sun and the earth, thereby blocking the sun and preventing any sunlight from reaching us. According to David Esquivel, president, Sociedad Astronómica Mazatleca the path will last 4 minutes and 20 seconds. “The solar glasses must be worn while looking at the sun, and as the moon goes in front of the sun, keep your glasses on until the sun is covered. You’ll see a white ring around the moon, known as ‘the diamond ring’.Then you can remove your glasses during the eclipse. I recommend after the totality [as the moon moves away from the sun] put your glasses back on to protect your eyes. 
The best place to see it? Really from anywhere. If you are in an open area face due south, high in the sky. However, if you live in a house, or a high-rise surrounded by buildings with terraces, your view may be blocked – but it’s almost right above you – 70-90 degrees. Go to the nearest open space and look up to the south -towards Stone Island. Be kind to the birds, this is weird for them and they will take refuge in trees, rocks and the ground. The best thing to do is not bother them and just wait.” The next solar eclipses are 2027, Egypt; 2053, south of Sinaola and 2323 again in Mazatlan! Get your party eclipse glasses on and reserve now for the many planned events! You can buy certified glasses from the Sociedad Astronómica Mazatleca, $50, in Centro’s Biblioteca Manuel Bonilla, [Plazuela de los Leones] on Angel Flores and Campana, every Friday from 5 pm to 7 pm. They will be closed for the various holidays between now and April 8.
Monday April 8: “Brenster’s Solar Eclipse Beach Bash”, @ Diego’s Beach and Grill. This once in a life time event will make you want to live for Monday. The solar bash starts at 10 am, and goes to 3 pm, only 500 tickets will be sold. All the details about this rare solar eclipse are in the announcement above. SAVE THE DATE, you don’t want to miss standing on the beach and seeing it going completely dark at 11 am. Details to follow…so far, the special solar eclipse glasses are included in your ticket and a fabulous lunch. It’s The Brenster and Diego- so you know it’s going to be an awesome party.
All the details – including the early- bird price package for only $995 US- are here: www.themipexperience.com.
Friday May 3 – Thursday May 9: It’s a first in Mexico, it’s a first in Mazatlan, presenting THE MAZATLAN INTERNATIONAL PICKLEBALL EXPERIENCE “MIPE”. Mazatlan is the first city to host the most unique pickleball getaway ever. It has it all – superb value, culture, hours of pickleball and once you sign up for “MIPE” you also get free entry to the inaugural Mexico International Challenge Cup, “MICC” sponsored by Selkirk Sports.
• Six days on 28 pickleball courts – play from 9 am. until you drop.
• Superb value, you won’t believe how low the prices are – with a choice of three all-inclusive hotels in one resort!
• A team of world-renowned refereeing and player coaches.
• Plus and included in the MIPExperience is an unforgettable cultural evening at Mazatlan’s historical Angela Peralta Theater. You’ll be entertained by the talented Ballet Folclórico. This famous company loves to share their regional dances and music; always joyful and uplifting. [To read more about the history of this iconic theater, please click here.]
• All the details about this unique pickleball getaway in Mazatlan are here: www.themipexperience.com.
Are you a player who lives in Mazatlan? Manuel Altamirano is not only the co – director of coaching and clinics for “MIPE” but he’s also the president of SAHOP Mazatlan Pickleball Club. Fondly referred to as “Mono”, he says, “I am very proud to be on the MIPE team. It’s an amazing opportunity to expand pickleball in Mazatlan and Mexico. MIPE opens the door to create the first free tournament as part of the experience. The Mexico International Challenge Cup presented by Selkirk does exactly that. In building our commitment to growing pickleball in Mexico, there will also be spaces available for local residents to participate in the MICC tournament for sure! That’s part of my job! Watch this space!”
~DAILY MUSIC NOTES~
THE ALMOST ACCURATE MUSIC SCHEDULE
Be sure to call ahead and confirm that your band is playing there – as musicians move around and some nights they are playing for private gigs. Many of your groups are on The Bandstand, please click here to listen.
Mondays:
Barefoot Bob, Friends Diner, 3 pm. ♦Darrell Barr, Lucky B’s, 4 pm. – 7 pm. ♦ Priscila & Joshua [vocal & violin], Mr. Lionso, 5 pm. – 8 pm. ♦El Guitartista, Macaws, 6 pm.♦ Los Cryps, Austin BBQ, 6 pm.♦ Los Bandits, La Catrina 6:30 pm.♦ “These Guys”, [Kiki And Arturo] Veintocho/28, 7 pm. ♦ La Cura [Pedro Sarabia, sax and vocals,Karen Zazueta vocals, romantic duo, pop and ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen], Gaia Bistrot, 7;30 pm.♦ Reggae, La Cerve del Mal Olas Altas, 7:30 pm. ♦ Kannon [hard r ‘n r heavy metal], GusGus GZ, 8:30 pm.
Tuesdays:
Brenster’s Beach Bash [popular since 2008 have listen] @ Diego’s Beach Grill, [$500 all-you-can-drink; $325 -all-you-can drink alcohol-free; $175 cover.] 2 pm ♦Abraxas, [six piece R&B, soul, blues, funk] Paloma Guerrero [vocals], Alexis Felix,[guitar, vocals], Jose Felix [drums], Luisso Felix [bass], Eduardo Dueñas [keyboard], 3 pm – 6 pm, Lucky B’s.♦ Lyra Curiel & Betuguito, Austin BBQ, 5 pm.♦ Los Bandits, Friends Diner, 6 pm.♦ Canvas, Water’s Edge, 6:30♦ Los Cryps, Lucky B’s, 7 pm,♦ El Guitartista, Azul Cantina, 6 pm.♦ Live music, Patio Escobedo, 6:30 pm.♦ KraKen, [have listen], La Catrina, 6:30 ♦ Las Chelas [girl band, have a listen], Patina, 6:30 pm.♦ Rafael Rodriquez [to read more about Rafael -romantic ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen] La Palapa Restaurant , Hotel Torres, 6 pm.to 9 pm.♦ The Laheys, Veintiocho/28, 7 pm.♦ Mazazul [Phil Nevile keyboard and vocals, Omar Rios drum, ++ rock pop, have a listen] Patio Escobedo, 7 pm. ♦ Rex Rocks, Legends, BFD, 7 pm. ♦The Magical Sax, [ Sergio Avila, read a profile please click here.] Vaiggio Resort, 8 pm.♦ Kannon [hard r ‘n r heavy metal], GusGus GZ, 8:30 pm
Wednesdays:
Darrell Barr, Lucky B’s, noon – 3 pm. ♦Aaron Halliday Tribute to Alan Jackson & Friends, Mr. Lionso, 2 pm. {$150 cover]♦ The Truth, Friends Diner, 3 pm. ♦ KraKen, La Ostio, 5 pm-8pm ♦ Shynox Paz & Gil Tapia, Fisherman’s Mazatlan, 5 pm.♦ Rafael Rodriquez [to read more about Rafael -romantic ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen] La Palapa Restaurant ,Hotel Torres, 6 pm. to 9 pm.♦ Los Cryps [oldies r ‘n r], Feria Canaco, 8 pm.♦ Suncai Gitano,[ Ana Elena voice; Dario, guitar; Manuel, guitar; Johann percusión] [have listen] Patio Escobedo, 6:30 pm.♦ Tanya Carrum [have listen], La Catrina, 6:30 pm.♦ Galia, Water’s Edge, 6:30 pm. ♦ The Laheys, Friends Diner, 7 pm.♦ Lola Parks solo, Macaws, 7 pm.♦ Manhatlan [country, rock], Veintocho/28, 7 pm. ♦ Rex Full Band [ r ‘n roll, have a listen],Lucky B’s/ Pinup’s, 7 pm. ♦Live music, Pedro y Lola, 7pm.♦ Hammer, Legends BFD, 7 pm.♦ Lori Davidson [vocals, guitar], Tilita, 8 pm. ♦ Kannon [r ‘n roll], Gus Gus, 8:30 pm. ♦Live music,Cheers Restobar, 9:00 p.m. ♦ La Rezaka, [hard rock]Pacific Food Park, 9 pm.
Thursdays:
BBE [Beggars Banquet] , Surf’s Up, 1 pm.♦ Kannon [r ‘n r], El Velero, Stone Island, 2:30 pm. ♦Neptuno Rock Band, Que Pasa Cantina, 3 pm. ♦ SNR Darrell Barr, Austin BBQ 5 pm.- 8 pm.♦ Byron Johnson, Fat Fish, 5 pm. ♦ Don Gato, inside the Hotel Siesta [Olas Altas], 6:30 pm♦ Rafael Rodriquez[ to read more about Rafael -romantic ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen] Kelly’s, Hotel Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay, 6:30 pm.♦ Las Chelas [girl band, have listen] Raices [Plazuela Machado] 6:30 pm.♦ Paloma & Alexis [have a listen], La Mona Pizza, Marina, 6 pm♦ El Guitartista, Marde Fondo, 6 pm.♦ Los Jay-Gees[Jay C. Urgo & Greg Brady, pop, Beatles,++] Pedro y Lola, 6:30 pm♦ Lyra Curiel & Betuquito [tropical, Latin, funk, rock, Patina, 6:30 ♦ Lori Davidson [++] Water’s Edge, 6:30 pm.♦ Manhatlan,[classic rock and latin music] La Catrina, 7 pm.♦ Los Bandits, Belisario Brunch Grill, 7 pm. ♦ Mazazul [Phil Nevile keyboard and vocals, Omar Rios drum, ++ rock pop, have a listen] Patio Escobedo, 7 pm.♦ Los Cryps [oldies, goldies, have a listen], El Cielo [Machado], 7 pm. ♦ Kraken [pop, rock, have a listen] Pinup’s/Lucky B’s, 7 pm.♦ Rex Rocks, Legends BFD, 8 pm.♦ La Cura [Pedro Sarabia, sax and vocals, Karen Zazueta vocals, English and Spanish ballads, have a listen.], Gaia Bistrot and Casa de Cannobio, 8 pm. ♦ The Runners [pop funk] Habitat 180, 8 pm. ♦ Kamaleon [ r ‘n r], Gus Gus GZ, 8:30 pm.♦ Shynox Paz,& Gil Tapia [ rock,pop] La G del Gato, Machado, 9 pm.♦ The Laheys, Cerveceria 3 Islas [Delfin], 7 pm. ♦ Adagio [if not them, other live music], Cheers Restobar, 9:30 pm.♦Heidi Herrera, Fisherman’s MZT, 9:30 pm. ♦ La Rezaka [hard rock], Joe’s Oyster Bar, 10 pm.
Fridays:
Manhatlan [country, rock], Lucky B’s, 4 pm. – 7 pm.♦ Kannon [r ‘n r], Legends BFD, 3 pm. – 6 pm. ♦ Rex Unplugged, Que Pasa Cantina, 3 pm ♦ Los Bandits, La Catrina, 5 pm.♦ Paloma Guerrero & Alexis Felix [this duo does it all, have a listen], Fisherman’s Mazatlan, 5 pm. ♦El Guitartista, Marde Fondo, 6 pm.♦ BAD [Benito, Alan & Dario], Belisario Grill, 6 pm.♦ Mariana Pamplona [vocals], Samuel [vocals, trombone, guitar] & Miguel [clarinet],Edgar Ryes, [drums] Patio Escobedo, 7 pm.♦Lyra Curiel & Betuguito, Racies de Mar, Machado, 7 pm♦ Manhatlan Toledo [Machado],8 pm.♦ Las Chelas [girl band, have a listen], Water’s Edge, 7 pm ♦ Lori Davidson, Patina 7 pm..♦ Rex Rocks, [have a listen] Lucky B’s, 8 pm. ♦ La Roots/Los Brownies [reggae], La Cerve del Mal Olas Altas, 8 pm. ♦ Los Cryps [oldies, goldies, have a listen], El Cielo [Machado], 7 pm ♦ Rafael Rodriquez, [to read more about Rafael – romantic ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen] Gaia Bistrot and Casa de Cannobio, 7:30 pm..♦Don Gato Rock Band, Rub BBQ, Olas Altas 8 pm.♦ Galia, Pedro y Lola, 8:30 pm. ♦ The Stones, Legends BFD, 8 pm.♦ Dee Al [jazz, oldies, reggae], Agatha’s, 8 pm. ♦ KraKen, La Catrina, 9 pm. ♦ Kamaleon [ r ‘n r], Gus Gus GZ, 8:30 pm ♦ Shynox Paz, Gil Tapia[rock & pop], La G del Gato, Marina, 9 pm. ♦ Duoz, La G Del Gato Machado, 9 pm.♦ The Laheys, Bichola Sport Bar, 9 pm.♦ Kannon [ r ‘n r], Riu, 9 pm. ♦ Phoenix [r ‘n r], Metl Mezcaleria, 9 pm. ♦La Rezaka, [hard r ‘n r]Cheers, Restobar 10 pm♦ Live music [varies], La Tentación, 9 pm.♦ Las Chelas [have listen], Metl, 10 pm.
Saturdays:
Sergio Avila [sax, to read a profile please click here.] Hotel Gaviana, Beach Grill, 9 am. – noon♦ Lyra Curiel & Betuquito [reggae, cumbia, Tropical beats], Lety’s Restaurant [Stone Island], 12:00.♦ Los Cryps, [oldies, r ‘n r], Surf’s Up, 1 pm ♦ Abraxas, [six piece R&B, soul, blues, funk] Paloma Guerrero [vocals], Alexis Felix,[guitar, vocals], Jose Felix [drums], Luiso Felix [bass], Eduardo Dueñas [keyboard], Azul Catina Fina, 2 pm – 5 pm [$80 cover, includes a margarita, December 9, December 23, January 6, January 20.] ♦ Aaron Halliday Tribute to Alan Jackson & Friends, Mr. Lionso, 2 pm. [$150 cover]♦Kannon, [r ‘n r], Riu, 3 – 4:30 pm.♦ KraKen [r ‘n r, pop], Barra al Mar, 4 pm.♦ Rex Unplugged, Lucky B’s, 4 pm.♦ Los Jay-Gees, [Jay C. Urgo & Greg Brady, oldies, Beatles ++], Gaia Bistrot, 5 pm – 7 pm. ♦ Jay Burns [“one man band”, have a listen] La Catrina, 5 pm.♦ Los Stones, Austin BBQ, 5 pm.♦Patricio Salas [classic Spanish ballads], El Rincon de Nasha, 5:30 pm.♦ Lolos Lite [Benito, Chuy, Dave,] Macaws, 6:30 pm. ♦ Las Chelas [ girl band, have a listen], inside the Siesta Hotel, 7 pm. ♦ Lori Davidson [vocals and guitar], Philippe Pavula [sax], Omar Rios [percussion], Water’s Edge, 7 pm.♦ Alexis & Paloma [have a listen],or Neptuno ,Patina, 7 pm.[ Tanya Carrum on Dec. 9 and Dec. 30] ♦Rafael Rodriquez [ to read more about Rafael -romantic ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen] Kelly’s, Hotel Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay, 7 pm.♦ The Laheys Acoustic Set, Cerveceria 3 Islas [Aleman], 7 pm.♦ Live music, varies, Raices [Plazuela Machado] 7:30 ♦ Los Bandits [‘Oldies but goodies”], Veintiocho/28, 7 pm. ♦ Rex Rocks, Legends BFD, 8 pm. ♦ Los Cryps [oldies, Beatles, have a listen] Gaia Bistrot and Casa Cannobio, 8 pm.♦ Mandrake & The Magics, Pinup’s, 8 pm.♦ Galia [varies] Pedro y Lola, 8;30 pm.♦ Don Gato, Los Zarapes, 8:30 pm. ♦ Kamaleon, [r ‘n r] Gus Gus GZ, 8:30 pm. ♦Shynox Paz,Gil Tapia [rock & pop], La G del Gato, Marina, 9 pm.♦ Duoz, La G Del Gato Machado, 9 pm.♦The Stones, Bichola Sport Bar, 9 pm.♦ The Laheys, Metl Mezcaleria, 9:30 pm. ♦ Live music [varies], Azul Catina Fina, 9 p.m.♦Live music [varies] often Jackie y su Son de Tres, La Catrina, 9:30 pm.♦ La Rezaka [hard r ‘n r], Cheers Restobar, 10 pm.
Kraken!
Sundays:
Sergio Avila [sax] Hotel Gaviana, Beach Grill, 9 am. – noon ♦ Live music“rhythm sound”, Los Zarapes, 9 am, – noon. ♦ Sergio Avila[sax, to read his profile] Vittore Terrazo, 2 pm – 5 pm.♦ Los Bandits, Que Pasa, 3 pm.♦ La Roots [reggae], BAM, 3 pm. ♦ KraKen,Sunday/Funday Pinup’s/LuckyB’s, 3 pm.♦ Los Cryps,[oldies, r ‘n r], Friends Diner, 6 pm. ♦ Rex Unplugged, Veintiocho/28, 6 pm.♦ Las Chelas [girl band, have a listen] Raices [Plazuela Machado] 6:30 ♦ Sergio Avila [sax], Agatha’s, 7 pm. ♦Lolos Full Band [ Bentio, Dario, Edgar, Dave, Lola ++ Pedro y Lola, 6:30 pm.♦ Rafael Rodriquez [to read more about Rafael – troubadour, ballads, romantic songs in English and Spanish, have a listen], Gaia Bistrot and Casa de Cannobio, 7pm.♦The Stones, Legends BFD, 8 pm. ♦ Kamaleon, [ r ‘n r] Gus Gus GZ, 8:30 pm.♦ Shynox Paz & Gil Tapia [rock & pop], La G Del Gato, Machado, 9 pm.♦ La Rezaka [hard r ‘n r], Cheers Restobar, 10 pm.♦ The Laheys Acoustic Set, La Querencia, 10 pm.
~ GALLERIES ~
Angela Peralta Theatre Galleries: 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 am. to 6 pm. but sometimes can be closed due to private events.
Casa Etnika, Benito Juarez #1218, 136 0139, open Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm. 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 pm. to 8 pm. 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 am. to 5 pm. 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.
Gandarva Bazar, Constitución #616, 136 0665, open Monday to Saturday at 10 am.
La Roosevelt: While you are in this beautiful building you may want to eat or drink: Mawe Vegan Restaurant, closed Tuesdays, 8 am. 10 pm.; Maree Crepes & Coffee, Closed Tuesdays, 10 am. to 10 pm. and The Beer Company, closed Tuesdays, open from 5 pm. – 11 pm. If you wish to phone ahead, 669 315 1283. On Roosevelt #309 at Carnaval. To learn more about La Roosevelt please click here.
Mind Your Head Gallery, [opened in July 2021], also known as, Región Trópico, on Carnaval #1511 [just north of Angle Flores], a contemporary art gallery. With the pandemic the gallery MAY be open Thursdays and Friday from 4 pm. to 7 pm. and on Saturdays from 4 pm. to 10 pm. You are invited to call 669 148 0898 to make an appointment – some Spanish will be required.
Museo Arqueológico de Mazatlan/MUSAM: Hours vary. Located on Sixto Osuna# 76, kitty corner to Macaws.
Museo de Arte: The Museum is located on Sixto Osuna #71 and Venustiano Carranza, Centro. Call 669 985 3502 or 669 981 5592, the phone will be answered in Spanish.The new director’s name is Miguel Angel Ramirez Jardines.The Museo is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am. to 4 pm. Closed Mondays.
Nidart, Libertad #45, 985 5991, leather masks, ceramics, jewellery, and much, much more. Open Monday to Saturday at 10 am. #17 on ArtWalk
~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. and has returned! Be sure to stay current by visiting http://mazact.com,