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.]
Sunday February 9: Maestro Gordon Campbell’s 2020 Concert Series: The Internationally Acclaimed Corky Siegel sings the Blues. Corky Siegel at 76: Meet Corky and have a listen. “Corky Siegel is one of the world’s great blues harmonica players. He is also a composer, pianist, singer, bandleader, teacher, and author whose curiosity about classical music and American blues has inspired much of his distinguished half-century career. In the good company of the groundbreaking Siegel Schwall Band, and in his ensemble Chamber Blues, Corky has created music inspired by Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf, Roland Kirk, William Russo, Mozart, Indian Carnatic percussion, and virtuosity from many people and cultures. The ebullient musician, inveterate punster, and longtime friend of WFMT was born in Chicago on October 24, 1943.” Noon, $400. Tickets on sale now, pesos only.
Sunday March 1: Maestro Gordon Campbell’s 2020 Concert Series: Father and Son, Gordon y Alexander Campbell (Padre e hijo) The Maestro become very emotional when he announced this concert and said:this will be the first chamber music collaboration with my son in our lifetime.
All my brothers will attend the concert together for the first time since I arrived in Mexico 40 years ago. My son at 25, is one of the most outstanding young violinist in Mexico, he has appeared frequently as a soloist and chamber player since the age of 12. At age 16 he won second prize in a national competition.” While son Alexander plays the violin and papa/Maestro plays the coronet with Laura Hauer on the piano. Noon, $350. Tickets on sale now, pesos only.
Sunday March 8: Maestro Gordon Campbell’s 2020 Concert Series: The romantic music of America featuring La Rondalla de Culiacan. “The Rondalla which we all admire from past performance will be presenting the results of their latest recordings.” Noon, $350. Tickets go on now, pesos only.
Sunday March 15: Maestro Gordon Campbell’s 2020 Concert Series: Looking out for Number 1 [“Symphony no.1 and Piano Concerto no.1 by Beethoven] with Camerata Campbell, Sinfonietta Juventus and Elias Manzo on the piano. The Maestro has this to say: “Looking out for No.1 will be the first collaboration between Camerata Campbell and my newly formed Sinfonietta Juventus. Young Hermann Valdés hails from El Fuerte, Sinaloa. He was one of Patronato Philomusica’s early success story identifying outstanding talent in Sinaloa and making sure that the get the best education possible. Hermann now has his Masters degree and is working full time in Germany. This will be his first presentation in Mazatlan since he left six years ago to study abroad.” Noon, $350. Tickets on sale now, pesos only.
~Around Town~
Wednesday January 29: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series featuring R.J. Mischo, 7 p.m., La Bohemia, yes, La Bohemia! R.J. is one of the most amazing harmonica players as well as having a voice that inspires you – “it’s not blues, it’s not jazz, it’s not swing, it’s just music” was his answer.
Wednesday January 29, Thursday January 30 and Friday January 31: Twisted Mama’s Tribute show – featuring The Eagles starring The Danckert Jones. ALL THREE SHOWS SOLD OUT! just in case there are any cancellations you could try to e mail Ocean at: twisted.ticket.booth@gmail.com
Thursday January 30: Los Cryps pay tribute to The Beach Boys, Diego’s, Beach House, 4 p.m., call to reserve 669 159 0161
Friday January 31: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring R.J. Mischo, noon, Diego’s Beach House. R.J. is one of the most amazing harmonica players as well as having a voice that inspires you – “it’s not blues, it’s not jazz, it’s not swing, it’s just music” was his answer.
Saturday February 1: MOM, organic market, Plaza Zaragoza, 8 a.m. until noon. Today, chef Miguel Angel Alvarez of Agatha Kitchen’s fame will give a cooking demo around 9:30 a.m. To read more about MOM and its 31 vendors please click here.
Sunday February 2: Maestro Gordon Campbell’s 2020 Concert Series: Wind Music of Mozart Gran Partita featuring Sinfonietta Juventus, Casa Haas, two shows, noon and 5 p.m. $350 [please remember even though the performance is at Casa Haas, you must buy your ticket at the Angela Peralta box office.] Tickets on sale now, pesos only.
Tuesday February 4: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring Danny B., La Bohemia, 5:30 p.m. [ more acoustic sounds] followed by the entire band at 7:45. Two reservations, two seatings, 136 0866.
Wednesday February 5: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring Danny B., 7 p.m.,La Bohemia.
Thursday February 6: Return to the Figure, is artist Glen Rogers solo show at Baupres Gallery, 6:30 p.m., free, everyone is welcome. [Baupres is located on Heriberto Frias #1506, across from Héctor’s Bistro.]
Friday February 7: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring Danny B., noon, Diego’s Beach House.
Friday February 7: The 14th Annual ArtWalk in Centro! Every year people look forward to meeting and greeting artists and being invited inside their art studios. As always, it’s 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. The artists are thrilled to meet you,[as many as 40 artists, 28 galleries] but there is never any pressure to buy. You’ll see all types of media – oil, acrylic, water colours, photography, sculptures, jewellery, local crafts – it’s all about the art and an easy walk – and meeting friends along the way and getting to know our resident artists. Printed maps listing all the galleries are available throughout Centro or please read online.
Friday February 7 and Saturday February 8: Second Annual Wine Festival/Segundo 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 at the Museo de Arte [on Venustiano Carranza and Sixto Osuna] from noon until 8 p.m. Although the tasting starts at noon, it’s best to arrive around around 1:30 or 2 p.m. so merchants can chill their wine and open their reds to breath. Tasting fee is $300 a day or $500 for the two days and you can buy tickets at the door of the Museo on the day of only, not before. [see below for advanced ticket purchases.] You’ll be given the option of a plastic tasting glass for $50 or “real” stemware for $100 that you carry with you from booth to booth. 
There are proper “spitting/spilling” buckets throughout the space as well as a cheese table; 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 at the back of the Museo in its conference room. Please have pesos ready, credit cards are not accepted. It was the opinion of many tasters last year that the winners were the wines from Chihuahua, but who knows which will be your favourites this year? It’s a beautifully organized wine festival complete with musical entertainment. Salud! [Tickets can be purchased through organizer Justo Molachino by calling 55 2724 0159 [Spanish only] or at Cava del Duero on Avenida del Mar #620 [opposite the seal monument], open every day from 9-9. or Liberia Educal, Sixto Osuna #75 , in front of the Museo de Arte but not at the Museo, open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturdays, 10 a.m.to 6 p.m.]
Friday February 7: Guns n’ Roses Tribute by The Appetites, La Juana, 9 p.m., $120 cover. The Appetites are from Guadalajara and are considered to be the best GN’R tribute band.
Saturday February 8: MOM, organic market, Plaza Zaragoza, 8 a.m. until noon. Today, Lori Callahan will give her second class on the uses and benefits of essential oils, around 9:30 a.m. To read more about MOM and its 31 vendors please click here.
Saturday February 8: The Continentals are @ Spectaculare Event Center . Tonight you return to the 50s and 60s with music from Buddy Holly, Bobby Darin, Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis – get out [ha!] your poodle skirts and put on your best socks to hop, swivel and submerse yourself in a night of rock and roll.
Tickets are $600 which includes a chicken dinner, open bar – wine too, and the band, the r ‘n r starts at 6 p.m. [more details to follow] The Continentals: A tribute to early rock & roll – with Mazatlan’s premiere old-time rock ‘n roll band. Your band: Gerry Perkin [lead guitar and vocals]; Chris Buzan [guitar and vocals]; Howard Anderson [keyboard, sax and vocals], Charles Viada [bass]; Tyler Mercant [drums] Save the date and message Tyler Merchant on FB to reserve your ticket, or you can buy them on the night of at the door – but better to reserve so organizers can plan the food etc. [Spectaculare is located on Av. Camarón Sabalo #1302 and tickets will be available there [Monday to Friday 9 a.m to 6 p.m.]
Sunday February 9: Farm to Table, tickets available at Water’s Edge, Sixto Osuna #48, 136 0895, or F.I.S.H. restaurant in the Golden Zone, 669 916 3474. It’s the 6th annual year and as in 2019, it takes place in the agave fields of Vinata Los Osuna, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The chefs this year are from: Héctor’s Bistro, El Presidio, Rico’s,Water’s Edge, Cayenna, and El Caprichito. $1900, and $200 if you need bus transporation.
Tuesday February 11: Gaia Bistrot invites you to it’s new exhibit– Los Ojos – featuring the exciting Mexican artist Hugo Curiel. Hugo spills talent onto his canvas and creates vibrant faces – the eyes say it all. Please join us for welcome cocktails and canapés which will be offered from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 
Curiel has exhibited in Xalapa, Playa del Carmen and Mexico City. This is Hugo’s first exhibit in Mazatlan and we hope you enjoy his lively, colourful paintings as much as we do. Los Ojos look forward to seeing you too. [Gaia Bistrot is located in Centro’s Plazuela Machado at Heriberto Frias and Sixto Osuna]
Tuesday February 11: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring Mitch Woods, 5:30 p.m., La Bohemia, [more acoustic sounds] followed by the entire band at 7:45 p.m. Two seatings, two reservations, 136 0866.
Wednesday February 12: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring Mitch Woods, 7:00 p.m. La Bohemia.
Wednesday February 12, Thursday February 13 and Friday February 14: Twisted Mama’s Tribute show – featuring The Rocket Man starring Jeffery Scott.Tribute shows have never been more popular and Cindy and her team have worked hard to bring you the very best. Tickets are $850 and included a tasty buffet, open bar and of course, the show – the bar opens at 5:45 p.m. There are package deals being offered – so to reserve and ask about a possible savings, it’s best to e mail Ocean at: twisted.ticket.booth@gmail.com
Thursday February 13: Classical guitar recital with Arody Garcia. @ Museo de Arte, 8 p.m., $150, [Museo de Arte is located on Venustanio Carranza and Sixto Osuna, ticket purchase available from Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.] Presented by the Sociedad de la Guitarra Mazaltan.
Friday February 14: ♥ celebrated all around Mazatlan.
Friday February 14: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring Mitch Woods, noon, Diego’s Beach House.
Friday February 14: Art Exhibit, Holbox Writings by Luis Angel Valles Salas, Museo de Arte, 7 p.m., in the Galeria Carlos Bueno, free, everyone is welcome. [The Museo is located on Venustiano Carranza, across from Macaws.]
Saturday February 15: MOM, organic market, Plaza Zaragoza, 8 a.m. until noon. Today, chef Daniel Luna from Alameda 335 restaurant will give a cooking demo around 9:30 a.m. To read more about MOM and its 31 vendors please click here.
Saturday February 15: 2nd 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, drinks, the silent auction 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. To reserve, please e mail Dallas: dallasyrocio@yahoo.com. or call 669 981 9525. [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.]
Saturday February 15: Los Güeros Poker Run, starts at noon, followed by four other bars/restaurants. As always, everyone is welcome – bikes, motorcycles, skateboards, taxis, cars, wheelchairs, walking, do it YOUR way – $100 entry and a purchase at each establishment is a must for a roll of the dice – a bottle of water will do it, or something stronger if you desire. Help support the host restaurants, plus there’s a 50/50 raffle.
Saturday February 15: Concert, Love Theme, by the talented tenor Ezequiel Ojeda who will be singing romantic songs from Spain, Italy, Mexico, and the United States – Ezequiel even sings Sinatra! Museo de Arte [on Venustanio Carranza across from Macaws], 7 p.m. $350.
Sunday February 16: Maestro Gordon Campbell’s 2020 Concert Series: Three Centuries of Chamber Music featuring Sinfonietta Juventus. The Maestro has this to say :”Three centuries features woks by Handel 17th Arensky18th and Holst, Warlok and Bartok from the 20th century. This will be the debut of this talented young group Sinfonieta Philomusica Juventus under my direction. ” Casa Haas, two shows, noon and 5 p.m. $350. [please remember even though the performance is at Casa Haas, you must buy your ticket at the Angela Peralta box office.] Tickets on sale now, pesos only.
Sunday February 16 [SOLD OUT] but there is NEW second show on Monday February 17: Corny Rempel, aka ELVIS, is back and in the house at the Mazatlan Comedy Club.It’s season six and the laughs just keep getting bigger and better every year. Cheryl Gaudet and her team at Playa Mazatlan have created another hilarious season for you in the Venado Salon. Corny’s fans never tire of his first-class performance and the Feb. 16 has already sold out! 
Let’s face it, one can never get enough of Elvis! Tickets for the second show are on sale now, please reserve via e mail with Ana Ramos: website@hotelplayamazatlan.com, or call 989 0555, or outside of Mexico call, 01 152 669 989 0555. Tickets this season are $700 pesos which include the delicious buffet that the Playa always serves up, an open bar, and of course, the comedy show. Doors open at 5:30 the laughs begin at 7 p.m. [Hotel Playa Mazatlan is located in the Golden Zone on Av. Playa Gaviotas #202, lots of parking, handicap accessible.]
Tuesday February 18: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring Mitch Woods, 5:30, La Bohemia, acoustic sounds, followed by the entire band at 7:45 p.m. Two seatings, two reservations, 136 0866.
Wednesday February 19: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring Mitch Woods, 7 p.m., La Bohemia.
Thursday February 20:ArtWalk in the Golden Zone! Once again, Av. Playa Gaviotas comes alive with artists who are displaying [and selling] photography, ceramics, jewellery, paintings and so much more. From noon until 4 p.m. “The Shopping and Dining District” on Playa Gaviotas also becomes a lively street art festival. It’s an afternoon delight – meet your friends, stop to have a cocktail, sample some food and perhaps buy a bauble or two! You’ll discover Oaxaca handmade items in Mazatlan4Sale [and while you are there, be sure to buy your margarita hand painted jarrito – 100% of the proceeds go the Back-to-Back Charity, drinking has never felt so good!] fascinating art at Casa Maya, and on it goes with the promise of over 30 artists.
Thursday February 20 – Tuesday February 25: Carnaval, 2020! . Details are here. The theme for 2020 was announced on October 12: “Somos América: Pasión, Alegria y Esperanza” – we are America, passion, joy [happiness] and hope.
Friday February 21: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring Mitch Woods, noon, Diego’s Beach House.
Saturday February 22: MOM, organic market, Plaza Zaragoza, 8 a.m. until noon. Although today is smack in the middle of Carnaval, MOM is open and has invited the dancers and chefs from Salsa y Salsa for yes, a cooking and dancing demo, around 9:30 a.m. To read more about MOM and its 31 vendors please click here.
Thursday February 27 and Friday February 28: Twisted Mama’s Tribute show – featuring Shania Twain starring Annette Lafond.Tribute shows have never been more popular and Cindy and her team have worked hard to bring you the very best. Tickets are $850 and included a tasty buffet, open bar and of course, the show – the bar opens at 5:45 p.m. There are package deals being offered – so to reserve and ask about a possible savings, it’s best to e mail Ocean at: twisted.ticket.booth@gmail.com
Friday February 28: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring Guy King & Sarah Marie Young, noon, Diego’s Beach House.
Friday February 28: The Cure Tribute by The Maverick, Life en Español GZ, 9 p.m.
Saturday February 29: MOM, organic market, Plaza Zaragoza, 8 a.m. until noon. Today, it’s a return visit from chef Christian Guzman from the popular Kua restaurant who will give a cooking demo around 9:30 a.m. To read more about MOM [31 vendors] please click here.
Saturday February 29: Zoë Tribute band by the Maveriks, La Juana, 9 p.m.
Monday March 2: Mazatlan Rocks the Beach Returns! It really never left because people can’t get enough of the rock n’roll line-up that Simon Lynds offers you along with the Venados cheerleaders, and the popular mascots Venny and Venito. Never mind,giveaways donated by the Venados and 50/50 raffles. Blue skies, the sand between your toes, an adult beverage or two and six of the best rock and roll bands all in one place – no wonder it’s one of the most popular and inexpensive events in Mazatlan. Once again, it takes place at the Sumbawa Beach Club – you are welcome to use their pool and the organizers encourage you buy your drinks and food inside. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. and the rockin’ starts at noon.
Here’s the line up- BASED ON LAST MONTH, SUBJECT TO CHANGE: 12 – The Truth; 1 p.m. – Los Cryps; 2 p.m. – Beach Seekers; 3 p.m. – KraKen; 4 p.m.- Kannon; 5 p.m. – BBE [Beggars Banquet Experience]; 6 p.m. – All Star Jam session. TICKETS GO ON SALE MID FEBRUARY. Please buy your $250 ticket BEFORE the event at the following places: Pacific Pearl offices, Ave. Camarón Sabalo #260, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Mazatlan Book Store, Playa Gaviotas #413 [inside Margaritas Restaurant], Monday to Thursday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Surf’s Up, Cerritos, Tuesday to Sunday, 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m.; European Sausage Kitchen, Benito Juarez # 2210, Wednesday to Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Macaws Bistro, Thursday afternoons, Venustiano Carranza #4 [across from the Museum of Art].
Tuesday March 3: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series featuring Guy King & Sarah Marie Young, 5:30, La Bohemia [leaning towards acoustic sounds] followed by the entire band at 7:45 p.m. Two seatings, two reservations, 136 0866,
Wednesday March 4: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series featuring Guy King & Sarah Marie Young, La Bohemia, 7 p.m.
Friday March 6: Annual House Tour 2020: “enjoy the privilege of visiting six private homes in the downtown area”. $25 USD, the bus departs from the Ciudades Hermanas Park [Zaragoza and the Malecon] at 9 a.m., and the tickets are available at the El Cid Club House, front desk, 913 3333. Proceeds are donated to Ciudad de los Niños and Una gota en el Oceano. Snacks are included after the tour.
Friday March 6: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series featuring Guy King & Sarah Marie Young, noon, Diego’s Beach House.
Friday March 6: The 14th Annual ArtWalk in Centro! Every year people look forward to meeting and greeting artists and being invited inside their art studios. As always, it’s 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. The artists are thrilled to meet you,[as many as 40 artists, 28 galleries] but there is never any pressure to buy. You’ll see all types of media – oil, acrylic, water colours, photography, sculptures, jewellery, local crafts – it’s all about the art and an easy walk – and meeting friends along the way and getting to know our resident artists. Printed maps listing all the galleries are available throughout Centro or please read online.
Friday March 6, Saturday March 7, and Sunday March 8: The Second Annual San Francisco Quilt Shop Festival/Art Craft and Quilt Festival/ International Quilt Festival! Call it what you will, last year’s festival was a great success and this year promises to be bigger and better. It takes place in Venados baseball stadium – lots of parking, handicap accessible, and a wonderful space to display all the gorgeous quilts that Linda Hannawalt and her team [plus invited guests] will be displaying. Many will be for sale too. Save the dates! [ to read all about the origins of the Quilt Shop, please click here.]
Saturday March 7: MOM, organic market, Plaza Zaragoza, 8 a.m. until noon. Today, MOM vendor Marcela de la Vega, shares her organic recipes and sauces at around 9:30 a.m. To read more about MOM and its 31 vendors please click here.
Saturday March 7: The Continentals are @ Spectaculare Event Center . Tonight you return to the 50s and 60s with music from Buddy Holly, Bobby Darin, Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis – get out [ha!] your poodle skirts and put on your best socks to hop, swivel and submerse yourself in a night of rock and roll.
Tickets are $600 which includes a chicken dinner, an open bar – wine too, and the band, the r ‘n r starts at 6 p.m. [more details to follow] The Continentals: A tribute to early rock & roll – with Mazatlan’s premiere old-time rock ‘n roll band. Your band: Gerry Perkin [lead guitar and vocals]; Chris Buzan [guitar and vocals]; Howard Anderson [keyboard, sax and vocals], Charles Viada [bass]; Tyler Mercant [drums] Save the date and message Tyler Merchant on FB to reserve your ticket, or you can buy them on the night of at the door – but better to reserve so organizers can plan the food etc. [Spectaculare is located on Av. Camarón Sabalo #1302 and tickets will be available there [Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.]
Wednesday March 11 and Thursday March 12: Twisted Mama’s Tribute show – featuring Elvis 1956 starring Matt Cage.Tribute shows have never been more popular and Cindy and her team have worked hard to bring you the very best. Tickets are $850 and included a tasty buffet, open bar and of course, the show – the bar opens at 5:45 p.m. There are package deals being offered – so to reserve and ask about a possible savings, it’s best to e mail Ocean at: twisted.ticket.booth@gmail.com
Thursday March 12 – Sunday March 15: 25th Anniversary of Moto Week, Semana Internacional de la Moto Mazatlan. The “parade” is always on the Sunday, usually from Valentino’s, to Olas Altas, loops around the Aleman and returns north on Olas Altas. Starts around 5 p.m.
Friday March 13: Ranch Fiesta! You’ll go back in time to the 150 year-old ranch of Rancho Limones but with a very modern twist; your $1500 ticket includes a sumptuous bbq prepared by chef and caterer Marcela Garayagordobil. Combine the fall-off-the-bone meat with all you can drink margaritas and beer, toss in some great live music [Kannon and a Mariachi band] and you’ll have a terrific afternoon. You will even see a magnificent Andalucía-style horse show. Bus transportation is provided [in Centro the bus will be across from the Dophin Monument in the Parque Ciudades Hermanas 11:30 a.m. and then goes north to Walmart in Marina] and this fiesta parties from noon until 5 p.m. To book your ticket, and arrange for bus pick-up, please call owner and host Marcela de la Vega at 669 116 9798 or e mail her: marcela377@yahoo.com.mx or Manuel at 669 116 0829.
Saturday March 14: MOM, organic market, Plaza Zaragoza, 8 a.m. until noon. Today, Laura Graeff from the Marina Marmol Steakhouse will give a cooking demo around 9:30 a.m. To read more about MOM and its 31 vendors please click here.
Saturday March 14: Los Güeros Poker Run, starts at noon, followed by four other bars/restaurants. As always, everyone is welcome – bikes, motorcycles, skateboards, taxis, cars, wheelchairs, walking, do it YOUR way – $100 entry and a purchase at each establishment is a must for a roll of the dice – a bottle of water will do it, or something stronger if you desire. Help support the host restaurants, plus there’s a 50/50 raffle.
Sunday March 15: Michael Mancini and Christine Little are at the Mazatlan Comedy Club. It’s season six and the laughs just keep getting bigger and better every year. Cheryl Gaudet and her team at Playa Mazatlan have created another hilarious season for you in the Venado Salon.
Our favourite ex-cop returns to Comedy Club stage; Michael Mancini is billed as the “world’s funniest cop.” With a background in law enforcement Michaels serves up a high energy, action packed show full of real life experience.”If you want a hug …call a fireman.” Christine Little says [from Voyage LA] ” … I would describe my comedy as easy-going, animated, and authentic. I’m playful with an edge. I’m pretty silly, but can say things that catch you off-guard.
I’m not sure how other people would describe it, hopefully as “funny” “. Comedy festivals all over the US keep asking her to perform so her assessment must be true! Tickets are on sale now, please reserve via e mail with Ana Ramos: website@hotelplayamazatlan.com, or call 989 0555, or outside of Mexico call, 01 152 669 989 0555. Tickets this season are $700 pesos which include the delicious buffet that the Playa always serves up, an open bar, and of course, the comedy show. Doors open at 5:30 the laughs begin at 7 p.m. [Hotel Playa Mazatlan is located in the Golden Zone on Av. Playa Gaviotas #202, lots of parking, handicap accessible.]
Thursday March 19: ArtWalk in the Golden Zone! Once again, Av. Playa Gaviotas comes alive with artists who are displaying [and selling] photography, ceramics, jewellery, paintings and so much more. From noon until 4 p.m. “The Shopping and Dining District” on Playa Gaviotas also becomes a lively street art festival. It’s an afternoon delight – meet your friends, stop to have a cocktail, sample some food and perhaps buy a bauble or two! You’ll discover Oaxaca handmade items in Mazatlan4Sale [and while you are there, be sure to buy your margarita hand painted jarrito – 100% of the proceeds go the Back-to-Back Charity, drinking has never felt so good!] fascinating art at Casa Maya, and on it goes with the promise of over 30 artists.
Thursday March 19: Classical guitar recital with Marina Tomei @ Museo de Arte, 8 p.m., $150, [Museo de Arte is located on Venustanio Carranza and Sixto Osuna, ticket purchase available from Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.] Presented by the Sociedad de la Guitarra Mazaltan.
Thursday March 19 and Friday March 20: Twisted Mama’s Tribute show – featuring ABBA starring Jackie and Adrianne.Tribute shows have never been more popular and Cindy and her team have worked hard to bring you the very best. Tickets are $850 and included a tasty buffet, open bar and of course, the show – the bar opens at 5:45 p.m. There are package deals being offered – so to reserve and ask about a possible savings, it’s best to e mail Ocean at: twisted.ticket.booth@gmail.com
Saturday March 21: MOM, organic market, Plaza Zaragoza, 8 a.m. until noon. Today, it’s Lori Callahan 3rd class on the uses and benefits of essential oils at around 9:30 a.m. To read more about MOM and its 31 vendors please click here.
Tuesday March 24: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring Jason Ricci, 5:30 p.m., La Bohemia [acoustic sounds] followed by the entire band at 7:45 p.m. Two seatings, two reservations, 136 0866.
Wednesday March 25: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring Jason Ricci, 7 p.m. Mona del Astillero.
Friday March 27: Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring Jason Ricci, noon, Diego’s Beach House
Tuesday March 31:.Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series, featuring Jason Ricci, 6:30 p.m., La Bohemia.
Friday April 3: The 14th Annual ArtWalk in Centro! Every year people look forward to meeting and greeting artists and being invited inside their art studios. As always, it’s 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. The artists are thrilled to meet you,[as many as 40 artists, 28 galleries] but there is never any pressure to buy. You’ll see all types of media – oil, acrylic, water colours, photography, sculptures, jewellery, local crafts – it’s all about the art and an easy walk – and meeting friends along the way and getting to know our resident artists. Printed maps listing all the galleries are available throughout Centro or please read online.
Saturday April 9: Los Güeros Poker Run, starts at noon, followed by four other bars/restaurants. As always, everyone is welcome – bikes, motorcycles, skateboards, taxis, cars, wheelchairs, walking, do it YOUR way – $100 entry and a purchase at each establishment is a must for a roll of the dice – a bottle of water will do it, or something stronger if you desire. Help support the host restaurants, plus there’s a 50/50 raffle.
Thursday April 16:ArtWalk in the Golden Zone! Once again, Av. Playa Gaviotas comes alive with artists who are displaying [and selling] photography, ceramics, jewellery, paintings and so much more. From noon until 4 p.m. “The Shopping and Dining District” on Playa Gaviotas also becomes a lively street art festival. It’s an afternoon delight – meet your friends, stop to have a cocktail, sample some food and perhaps buy a bauble or two! You’ll discover Oaxaca handmade items in Mazatlan4Sale [and while you are there, be sure to buy your margarita hand painted jarrito – 100% of the proceeds go the Back-to-Back Charity, drinking has never felt so good!] fascinating art at Casa Maya, and on it goes with the promise of over 30 artists.
~DAILY MUSIC NOTES~
THE FAIRLY ACCURATE DAILY MUSIC SCHEDULE
Mazatlan doesn’t have four seasons, it has two – the slow simmering summer season, moving into the high season which brings events and holidays such as: Day of the Dead, marathons, Christmas, Carnaval, Moto Week and Semana Santa/Easter. There are approximately 40 school and National holidays during the year which many Mazatlecos observe. The majority of them lead to”bridge holidays”/long weekends resulting in restaurants and bars that spontaneously close or open – always best to double check to avoid disappointment.
When you phone, ask the restaurant ” a qué hora comienza tu musica? – what time does your music start, as that seems to change too!. Most of the restaurants and bars are listed in The Directory, click here for address, opening hours and phone numbers – it’s fairly accurate! Or, if you prefer, check out the venue’s FB page. Many of your groups are on The Bandstand, please click here to listen.
Mondays: Wingin’ It [Rob Lamonica, Lori Davidson, rock, soft jazzy music pop, ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen], Via Condotti, 6 p.m. ♦ Los Cryps, [pop, oldies, Beatles, have a listen], Lucky B’s, 7 p.m. ♦ Mr. Rio, 28/Ventiocho, 7 p.m ♦ Rafael Rodriguez, (easy/mixed, have a listen), Kelly’s Bar, Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay, 7:00 p.m.(have a listen) ♦ Kannon [r ‘n r have a listen], GusGus GZ, 8:30 p.m.♦
Tuesdays: Brenster’s Beach Bash, 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.] Diego’s, 2 p.m. ♦ Adiccion[r ‘n r, have a listen] LM Restobar, 4:30 p.m.♦ Phoenix,[country, blues, rock] Twisted Mama’s, 6 p.m.♦ Rob Lamonica and Friends Concert Series [Rob Lamonica, Ignacio Chavez, Omar Rios – jazz, pop, ballads, varies every week have a listen] La Bohemia, 5:30 p.m., followed by featured musical guests and the entire band at 7:45 p.m. – two seatings, two reservations, 136 0866 ♦ Rex, [r ‘n r], Lucky B’s,/Pinup’s 7 p.m.♦ Malavista S.C.,[Cuban, Latino, have a listen.] Water’s Edge, 7 p.m. ♦ KraKen, La Catrina, 7 p.m. ♦ Kannon, GusGus GZ, 8:30 p.m.♦ Cloakas Rock, La Cevicheria, 8:30 p.m. ♦ Alets Malafama, Cheers, 9:30 p.m.
Wednesdays: The Truth and Friends,[oldies and goodies, Beatles, CCR, pop ++] Diego’s, 3 p.m.♦ Kannon, La Corriente, [r’n’r, have a listen]2 p.m.♦ Rex Unplugged, Lucky B’s, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. ♦ Phoenix [country, blues rock], Twisted Mama’s, 6 p.m.♦ Michael & Diane, La Fábula, 6 p.m♦ Sergio Avila [the best sax ever], Topolo, 6:30 p.m..♦ Suki & Ebano [pop, rock, ballads], Friend’s Diner, 6:30 p.m. ♦ Tanya Carrum [pop, rock, ballads, English and Spanish, have a listen], La Catrina, 6:30 p.m.♦ Rob Lamonica and Friend’s Concert Series [various every night], La Bohemia 7 p.m. ♦ KraKen, [pop, r’n r, have a listen] Lucky B’s, 7 p.m.♦ 80s Band, Macaws, 7 p.m.♦ Mari Dove Band, Veintocho/28, 7 p.m. ♦ Kannon, GusGus GZ, 8:30 p.m. (r ‘n r, have a listen) ♦ Don Cumbia, La Cevicheria, 8:30 p.m.♦ Live music, Pedro y Lola, 8:30 p.m. ♦ Live music, La Fonda de Chalio, 8:30 p.m ♦ Alets Malafama, Cheers, 9:30 p.m.
Thursday: BBE [Beggars Banquet] Surf’s Up, 1 p.m. have a listen] ♦ Los Cryps [oldies, Beatles, pop], Barra al Mar [BAM], 2 p.m.♦ Kannon, El Velero [Stone Island], 2:30 p.m. ♦RIO [Rob Lamonica, Ignacio Chavez, Omar Rios – jazz, pop, ballads, “all-of-it” have a listen], La Corriente, 2 p.m. and an evening performance at Water’s Edge at 6:30 p.m.♦ Rex Unplugged, Lucky B’s, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.♦ Jay Burns [The One Man Band, have a listen] El Shrimp Bucket, 5 p.m. ♦ Rock Creek [ r ‘n roll], La Catrina, 6 p.m. ♦ Phoenix,[country, blues, rock] Twisted Mama’s, 6:30 p.m. ♦ Rafael Rodriquez [easy, have a listen], Kelly’s Bar at Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay, 7 p.m.♦ Sergio Avila [the best sax ever], Agatha, 7 p.m.♦ Daniel Garcia [dinner music] Gaia Bistro, 7:30 p.m.♦ Kannon, Hotel Riu, 8 p.m.♦ Rex [r ‘n r], Lucky B’s, 8 p.m.♦ Zumo Band, La Cevicheria, 8:30 p.m.♦ Malavista S.C.,[Cuban, Latino, have a listen.] Pedro y Lola, 8:30 p.m.♦ Live music, La Fonda de Chalio, 9 p.m.♦ Adiccion [r ‘n roll] LM Restobar, 9 p.m. ♦ Mandrake and the Magics, Simba Sport Bar, 10 p.m.♦ Lo que Cantamos Las Mujeres [Heidi Herrera’s band], La Bohemia, 10:30 p.m.
Fridays: Sergio Avila [the best sax ever], El Cid Resort, La Choncha, 9 a.m. until noon ♦Rob Lamonica and Friend’s Concert Series [always varied, different talent], Diego’s, noon ♦ Los Bandits [blues, soul, funk, oldies with Lyra Curiel, vocals; Jose Luis Felix, drums; Gabriel Gaxiola Peraza, guitar; Luis Félix, bass, Diego’s, 3 p.m.♦ Kannon, Fisherman’s Landing [was La Tortuga], 3 p.m. ♦ Reencuentros [ r’nr] LM Restobar, 6 p.m. ♦ Jay Burns [The One Man Band, have a listen], Life en Español, 6 p.m.♦ Lori Davidson & Rob Lamonica, Wingin’ It,[ballads, soft jazzy music, Spanish and English, have a listen], La Fábula, 6 p.m.♦ Phoenix [country, blues,rock] Twisted Mama’s, 6 p.m.♦ Los Cryps,[oldies, Beatles, have a listen] Friend’s Diner, 6 p.m. ♦ Mr. Rio, Veintiocho/28, 7 p.m. ♦ Rafael Rodriquez [easy, have a listen], Kelly’s Bar, Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay, 7 p.m. ♦ Suncai Gitano [haunting Spanish ballads, have a listen] Water’s Edge, 7:30 p.m. ♦ La Cura [dinner music], Gaia Bistrot, 7:30 p.m.♦ Mandrake & The Magics, Lucky B’s, 8 p.m. ♦ KraKen, [have a listen] Las Flores Hotel, 8:30 p.m. ♦ Live music, La Fonda de Chalio, 8:30 p.m. ♦The GoodFellas, F.I.S.H., 8:30 p.m.♦ Fatyma y sus Karaperros, La Cevicheria, 8:30 p.m. ♦ Break [pop, rock], Via Condotti, 8:30 p.m.♦Everardo Castro [classic Mexican ballads and pop], Los Zarapas, 9 p.m. ♦ Rex Rocks, Dugout, 9 p.m.♦ La Rezaka, Cheers, 9:30 p.m. ♦ Malavista SC, [Cuban, Latino, have a listen] La Fábula, 9:30 p.m. ♦ Te Para Dos /T-42 – Ruido Bar, 9:30 p.m.♦ Adiccion [ r ‘n roll] Simba Sport Bar, 10 p.m. ♦ Vilanova, Diego’s, 10 p.m.
Saturdays: Sergio Avila [the best sax ever], El Cid Resort, La Choncha, 9 a.m. until noon ♦ Kannon, Hotel Riu, 1 p.m.♦ Rob Lamonica’s Troubadours [+Dave Oakey] +RIO [a touch of country, ballads], LM Restobar, 2:30 p.m. ♦ KraKen, Diego’s, 3 p.m. ♦ Phoenix [country, blues, rock], Twisted Mama’s, 6 p.m. ♦ Rob Lamonica’s Troubadours [+ Dave Oakey][a touch of country ++ have a listen], Macaws, 6:30 p.m.♦ Arsenio [romantic, smooth, wonderful ballads], Casa Loma, 7 p.m.♦Tanya Twain, Veintiocho/28, 7 p.m.♦ Tanya Carrum [ballads, pop, rock, have a listen, English and Spanish, have a listen], Water’s Edge, 7 p.m.♦ Kannon, Café Pacifico [Machado], 7:30 p.m.♦ Rafael Rodriquez, [easy, have a listen], Kelly’s Bar at Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay, 7 p.m.♦ Kannon, Café Pacifico, Plazuela Machado, 7 p.m. ♦ Rex [ r ‘n r], Lucky B’s, 8 p.m.♦ Los Cryps,[rock n’ roll] Gaia Bistrot, 8 p.m ♦ Break [rock, pop] Holiday Inn Rooftop, 8 p.m.♦ KraKen,[have a listen] Las Flores Hotel, 8:30 p.m.♦ Malavista S.C.,[Cuban, Latino, have a listen] Via Condotti, 8:30 p.m.♦ Alets Malafama, La Cevicheria, 8:30 p.m.♦ Son de Tres,[“music to dance to”] La Catrina, 9:30 p.m.♦ ZaZ, Simba Sport Bar, 9:30 p.m. ♦ Live music [La Rezaka/Buen Trip] Cheers, 9:30 p.m.♦ Adiccion, Dugout, 10 p.m.
Sundays: Sergio Avila [ the best sax ever], La Palapa in Torres Mazatlan, 9 a.m. until noon ♦ KraKen, Fisherman’s Landing [was La Tortuga], 2 p.m. ♦ Sergio Avila [the best sax ever], Vittore’s [Ramada Inn], 2 p.m. until 5 p.m.♦ Marimba, Gaia Bistro, 2:30 p.m.♦ Los Brownies, La Tostaderia del Mar, 4 p.m.♦ Reggae, [usually La Roots] Diego’s Beach House, 4 p.m. or 5 p.m.♦ Los Cryps, Barracrudas OA, 5 p.m. ♦ Gringo Locos =Sergio on the sax+ Jeff [laid-back dinner music], Twisted Mama’s, 6 p.m. ♦ Cousin Alice [jazz, swing] Water’s Edge, 6 p.m.♦ Rex Acoustic [Freddy, Freddy Jr, Brandon], Veintiocho Bar/28, 6 p.m. ♦ 80s Band, Macaws, 7 p.m. ♦ Rob Lamonica and Friend The Troubadours,+ Dave Oakey + RIO [have a listen] Pedro & Lola, 7 p.m. ♦ Rafael Rodriquez, Heriberto Frias, between Gaia Bistrot and Casa Canobbio, 8 p.m. [have a listen] ♦ Live music La Fonda de Chalio, 8:30 p.m.♦ Mandrake & The Magics, La Cevicheria, 8:30 p.m. ♦ La Rezaka, Cheers, 9:30 p.m.
~ 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 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.
Escarabajo Azul, Mariana Escobedo #405 [between Athina Spa and Héctor’s Bistro] open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Closed Sundays. It’s an eclectic gallery with jewellery, and works of art by the talented owner and [sometimes] quirky artist Agustin Castillo.
Galeria Baupres: HeribertoFrias #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: 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: 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 669 163 0248. 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 has returned with many exciting events [movies, house tours, Spanish lessons, special presentations etc. etc. ] – it’s all here.
~ ONGOING ~
[“Ongoing” covers events, tours, special stores, that don’t have dates, but days – hence they are ongoing during the season.]
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
Conversational English and Spanish. English speakers help Spanish speakers and vice-versa. Fun conversation at Rico’s in GZ, every Tuesday. All free, please buy a drink, a small dinner, at a 20% discount.
Music Circle Jam: 3 p.m. – 5 pm @ El Recreo. ” A free event – Announcing the return of the music circle jam Sunday afternoons. Bring your acoustic instrument to play & sing folk/country/blues/popular songs with others who are musically inclined. Pros and hobby musicians both, song sheets to share are welcome but not necessary. Bring your favorite beverage, alcohol or non. See you then! For info contact: Jack Singer via email singerjack@hotmail.com”
La Catrina Food and Craft Market – 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.
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!”]