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Events in Mexico: May
After the labor day holiday on May 1, there are plenty of May events in Mexico, among others: the Cinco de Mayo celebrations (bigger in the US than in Mexico, for some reason); Mother's Day in Mexico is celebrated in May; one of the biggest fishing tournaments of the year takes place in Los Cabos and there's a wine and cheese festival in Queretaro...
Details of some of the events listed are supplied by Mexico's States via the Mexico Tourism Board.
Dates of some of the events are subject to change. Please check website links (where available) for details and/or check locally for any schedule alterations.
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MAY Dates Vary: Cancun Jazz Festival
Exact dates vary, but if you're a Jazz fan, Cancun is THE place to be in Mexico during the month of May. Discover more about Cancun and its Jazz Festival with Mexperience.
May 1: Dia del Trabajo (Labor Day)
A National Holiday. Businesses and Offices close, nationwide. The principal trade Unions march on Mexico City's main square (the Zocalo).
MAY 2-8: Canadian Tour-Mazatlan Corona Classic -- Mazatlan, Sinaloa
Considered one of the most important golf events in the world, the Canadian Tour will make its first stop in Mexico in Mazatlan and receive 156 players from 15 different countries. The purse this year is US$125,000.
MAY 5: Cinco de Mayo -- Puebla
A holiday celebrated in the colonial city of Puebla commemorating the Mexican defeat of the French at the Battle of Puebla.
MAY 5-8: Acapulco Boat Show -- Acapulco, Guerrero
Aimed at fostering an interest in sea and water sports, as well as promote Mexico's nautical market, this exposition features everything from mega yachts to aquatic motorcycles. National and international exhibitors include manufacturers, distributors and marina service providers. Boat owners, prospective buyers and sea lovers in general are welcome to attend.
MAY 9-14: Canadian Tour-Michelin Morelia Classic -- Morelia, Michoacan
Considered one of the most important golf events in the world, the Canadian Tour will make its final stop in Morelia. The purse this year is US$125,000.
MAY 10: Mother's Day in Mexico -- Nationwide
Although this is not a holiday, many local people take a half day off when they can to take their mother out and celebrate this event.
MAY 12-24: Mexico Undewater -- Cozumel, Quintana Roo
Mexico Underwater is the first premier dive show in Cozumel designed for the diving enthusiast. This dive fair is held in a truly world-class environment and in real scuba diving atmosphere. Mexico Underwater features educational seminars, product exhibits, travel opportunities and photo contests.
MAY 15-20: ROLEX/IGFA Offshore Championship -- Los Cabos, Baja California Sur
This annual competition attracts more than 60 qualifying teams from 33 countries representing 250 international anglers and their guests to Cabo San Lucas and the Los Cabos area for four days of intense fishing on 44 local charter boats. Each team is allowed to weigh two fish of each species on each day of fishing, and top prizes include engraved gold and stainless Rolex watches.
MAY 18: Vineyards Flowering Festival -- Ensenada, Baja California
This harvest festival, which marks the initiation of the production of wine grapes, takes place at several wineries in the Guadalupe Valley.
MAY 21-JUN 6: International Wine and Cheese Festival (Feria Internacional de Queso y Vino) -- Tequisquiapan, Queretaro
The enchanting town of Tequisquiapan hosts this annual wine and cheese festival, bringing together wine and cheese producers from all over the country. Apart from wine and cheese tasting, visitors will also enjoy regional cuisine, concerts, handicrafts and other cultural events.
