Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo 2010 Events

EVENT

DATE

PLACE

UNLIMITED FUN!  FESTIVAL

A one of a kind festival presented to visitors, during 4 uninterrupted months. Unique evenings filled with shows, artistic events and entertainment. Free of charge from Monday to Friday in Ixtapa and in Zihuatanejo.

JANUARY through

APRIL 9.

IXTAPA's kiosk (Mon, Wed, and Fri) PEDRO ASCENCIO Street IN ZIHUATANEJO. (Tue & Thu)

GRUPO ARTE NATIVO PERMANENT EXHIBIT

An art expression from a coastal perspective and inspiration. Presented everyday in the heart of Zihuatanejo starting January.

JANUARY-MARCH

Archaeological Museum of LA COSTA  GRANDE

IXTAPA ZIHUATANEJO 1ST. TRIATHLON CLINIC.

Technical and practical professional training of the three disciplines that make up this sport.

JANUARY 28 through the 31.

 IXTAPA

ZIHUA SAIL FEST

9th Edition of the Regatta Fest that offers fun competition and presents additional activities such as benefit concerts, cocktails, seminars and diverse beach activities for the whole family to enjoy.

 

 FEB. 2

through 7 

ZIHUATANEJO BAY

IXTAPA ZIHUATANEJO CARNIVAL

A commotion of traditions distinctive of this type of event such as the "Burning of bad humor" and the "Crowning of the Carnival's Queen and Ugly King".  It also promotes popular games played in the region.    

FEB. 9 through 13

ZIHUATANEJO DOWNTOWN AND MUNICIPAL COURT

ART Festival

Event that is presented during one week and exposes artistic expressions in painting from local and invited artists.

FEB 14 through  21

PASEO DEL PESCADOR

The "EL Norteño" Presentation

Part of the Unlimited Fun Program.

March 12

IXTAPA'S KIOSK

7th Guitar Festival.

Tour of musical concerts with varied  guitar styles and rhythms offered by recognized musicians presented in restaurants and public open spaces of Zihuatanejo

MARCH 16 THROUGH 19

RESTAURANTS AND NIGHT CLUBS IN ZIHUATANEJO

 UNLIMITED FUN CLOSING CONCERT

Concert by Paco Renteria and his talented group will delight us with music from his 2010 Bicentennial Tour.

APRIL 09

IXTAPA'S KIOSK

BODY SURF INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENT

Tournament that brings together both national and international competitors at Las Escolleras Beach located in Ixtapa

APRIL 24 AND 25

 

LAS ESCOLLERAS BEACH

MOTO FIESTA IXTAPA

 MAY

PENDING

XXVI  TELEVISA DEPORTES  IXTAPA ZIHUATANEJO TRIATHLON

International sporting event that includes racing, swimming and cycling. 

 MAY 22

IXTAPA BOULEVARD

XXVI INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENT OF SPORT FISHING.

A fun open sea experience offering the reward of attractive prizes and an unforgettable adventure.  

MAY 6, 7 and 8

ZIHUATANEJO BAY

NATIONAL SUN AND FUN

Fam trip for national travel agents and media which includes Ixtapa Zihuatanejo's newest and most important tourist attractions.

JUNE

PENDING

UNLIMITED FUN 4 KIDS

One of a kind event program for the little ones: shows, music, dancing, games and for the first time, the "State clown contest" will take place as part of our program.

JULY-AUGUST

IXTAPA AND ZIHUATANEJO

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF TOURISM

A celebration that includes the entire local tourist industry in various activities in Ixtapa and in  Zihuatanejo

SEPTIEMBER 27

 

DAY OF THE DEAD CELEBRATION

Altar contest and exhibition in Downtown Zihuatanejo and in the traditional Adelita Street.  

"Playa La Madera"

NOV. 01

ADELITA STREET, LA MADERA BEACH

CHRISTMAS POSADA

Traditional Christmas show (pastorela) and town fair on Adelita Street, in La Madera

DECEMBER

 

LA MADERA

ANNIVERSARY OF THE CREATION OF THE ZIHUATANEJO DE AZUETA MUNICIPALITY

Official act preceded by the Zihuatanejo de Azueta Municipal Government, which highlights the pride and heritage of the Azueta population.

DEC-23

CANCHA MUNICIPAL

RUCCO SURFER REUNION

International surf tournament that brings together seasoned surfers 40 years old and older.

DECEMBER

LAS ESCOLLERAS BEACH

SUN AND FUN

Magnificent fam trip event aimed at wholesale and retail travel agents and international media where the newest tourist attractions offered by Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo are presented.

NOV-DEC.  Pending

IXTAPA HOTEL STRIP

RELEASE OF BABY TURTLES

Massive release of turtles coordinated by the Ecology Head Office and Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo's Hotel Association, who promotes the caring of the species.

DEC. 31

EL PALMAR BEACH

Convention & Visitors Bureau
Edif. Plaza Zocalo, Local 8 Altos, Andador Cerro La Puerta, Manzanza 2, Lote 16
C.P. 40884 Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, Gro. Méx.
Tel. (755) 553-1270, 553-1570::Fax. (755) 553-0819
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