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What’s on in Los Cabos in November?

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A family out tuna fishing in Cabo San Lucas
Sail, board, fish and golf while taking in the arts on a pleasant stroll. Los Cabos has it all this November! (Fishing Cabo San Lucas)

There’s always something happening in Los Cabos in November, from holidays and arts-themed festivals and events to sporting competitions and one-of-a-kind outdoor adventures. The last big-money fishing tournament of the year happens in November, as does Los Cabos’ only PGA-sponsored golf tournament. Meaning, on any given day you can attend events celebrating athletics, cinema, cuisine, painting, sculpture, and yes, the dearly departed. Or enjoy ideal weather conditions for sailing, surfing, and windsports.

Día de Muertos – November 1-2

Dia de los muertos in Los Cabo
(Visit Los Cabos)

Día de Muertos means more in Los Cabos than simply an opportunity for souvenir shops to fill display windows with Catrinas and colorful calaveras. It’s also the de facto kickoff for Art Walk season in San José del Cabo. The high-season weekly event begins annually in November with many gallery owners often showcasing artistically designed ofrendas (altars) during the early part of the month. Day of the Dead is also notable as an inspiration for events at many regional bars, restaurants, and resorts. 

Baja Ha-Ha Cruisers Rally – November 4-16

Baja Ha Ha Cruisers Rally
(Baja Ha Ha Cruisers Rally)

The funniest book ever written about the Baja California peninsula and its colorful residents was the work of a Western Outdoor News columnist and all-around fine writer named Fred Hoctor. The book, called Baja Haha, was published in 1984 and has been something of a cult classic among gringo expats ever since. Sadly, Señor Hoctor is no longer with us. But his title lives on thanks to Baja Ha-Ha, a fun-filled 750-mile cruiser rally from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas that celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. 

Cabo Tuna Jackpot Tournament – November 6-9

Los Cabos Tuna Jackpot
(Los Cabos Tuna Jackpot)

Calendar-wise the last of Los Cabos’ million-dollar-plus fishing tournaments, the Cabo Tuna Jackpot is also noteworthy as the world’s richest tuna-focused competition (the prize pool was US $1.47 million in 2023). It’s got a great motto, too: Fish hard, party harder! Base entry is US $1,000 per team, which seems small enough price to ante up (teams can include up to six anglers, meaning the entry is only $166.66 each) given last year’s winning team, Sneak Attack, held up an over-sized check for $585,775 after bagging a 284-pound yellowfin.

San José del Cabo Art Walk – November 7, 14, 21, 28

(Art Walk San José/Instagram)

The historic Art District in San José del Cabo takes center stage each Thursday evening from 5 pm to 9 pm during high tourist season, November through June, when residents and visitors alike are invited to stroll its cobblestone streets and peruse the many eclectic fine arts galleries. Nearby bars and restaurants (of which there are many of superb quality) also benefit, since the event finishes around dinner time. 

PGA World Wide Technology Championship – November 7-10

(WWT Championship)

Want to see the world’s best golfers tackle one of Los Cabos’ best golf courses? The Tiger Woods-designed El Cardonal Course at Diamante hosts the area’s only PGA-sponsored event: the World Wide Technology Championship. Last year’s winner, Erik van Roos won dramatically with an eagle on the final hole – and in recent years a who’s who of PGA stars have participated, including major champions Scottie Sheffler, Jon Rahm, Jordan Spieth, and Justin Thomas. Tickets are affordable ($35 to $45 per day), food and drink options are abundant, and free shuttles will run from downtown Cabo San Lucas. 

Swinging for Scholarships Golf Tournament – November 16

Swinging for Scolarships
(Swinging for Scolarships)

You can’t tee it up at the PGA World Wide Technology Championship. But you can at the fifth iteration of the Swinging for Scholarships Golf Tournament, which helps fund educational opportunities for children of employees at Esperanza, Auberge Resorts Collection. You might win some cool stuff, too. More than $30,000 worth of prizes are up for grabs, along with the opportunity to play the picturesque Tom Weiskop-designed Desert Course at Cabo del Sol. The entry fee is $400, or what you’d pay to play golf at just about any Los Cabos course — without the good cause attached.

Culinary Weekends 2024 at Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal – November 21-23

(Waldorf Astoria)

There’s seemingly nothing Los Cabos luxury resorts like more than bringing top chefs from the U.S. and Mexico to prepare world-class cuisine for their guests. That’s certainly the case at Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal, which as part of its Festival of Flavors this year has hosted culinary weekends headlined by several great chefs. November’s kitchen star-in-residence is Claudette Zepeda, a former Iron Chef contestant and San Diego-based founder of Chispa Hospitality and acclaimed Mexican-themed restaurants such as El Jardín and VAGA. 

Festival de Cine Todos Santos – November 29-30, December 1

(Todos Santos Cine Festival)

This annual showcase for Mexican and Latin American films was founded in 2004, meaning this year the festival celebrates its 20th anniversary. As always, short films and features will primarily be shown at historic Teatro-Cine Manuel Márquez de León, a landmark 80-year-old movie theater that overlooks the town square in Todos Santos. However, select films will also be screened in Los Cabos and La Paz. No schedule has been released yet, nor have any special guests been announced, although it bears noting that Mexican actors such as Diego Luna and Tenoch Huerta have appeared at past festivals.

Surf Season on the Pacific Coast – November to March

Mexican surfer Alan Cleland
(CONADE)

Summer may be the best time to find great waves off Los Cabos’ Sea of Cortés-facing beaches. But beginning in November the surf scene is centered around Pacific Coast beaches like Cerritos, La Pastora, and San Pedrito. Surfing is indeed good year-round in this part of Los Cabos (La Paz municipality, to be exact). However, conditions are at their peak from November to March, thanks to seasonally bigger and more consistent swells. Several local activities companies offer lessons for those who need to brush up on their wave-riding skills. Or learn some.

Windsports Season in Los Cabos – November to March

Kitesurfing
(Velas Resorts)

While the Pacific Coast is Los Cabos’ wintertime surf mecca, windsports enthusiasts flock to the East Cape. Why? From November to March each year, strong El Norte winds blow hundreds of miles down the Sea of Cortés, creating optimal wind and kite surfing conditions in small East Cape communities like Los Barriles and La Ventana. The wonderfully named Lord of the Wind Competition may be a thing of the past, but the East Cape is the place to be if you love kiteboarding, kitesurfing, windsurfing, or similar pursuits. Lessons, camps, and special accommodations are available.

Chris Sands is the Cabo San Lucas local expert for the USA Today travel website 10 Best, writer of Fodor’s Los Cabos travel guidebook, and a contributor to numerous websites and publications, including Tasting Table, Marriott Bonvoy Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, Porthole Cruise, Cabo Living and Mexico News Daily. His specialty is travel-related content and lifestyle features focused on food, wine and golf.

16 injured after vehicle plows into crowd outside Guadalajara Cathedral

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A car drives through a busy plaza in front of a cathedral, heading toward a crowd of people.
Security footage captured the moment the car plowed into a crowd of protesters in downtown Guadalajara. (Escudo Urbano C5 Jalisco)

Sixteen people were injured on Saturday when a vehicle plowed into a crowd gathered outside the Guadalajara Cathedral in the historic center of the Jalisco capital.

Video footage shows an allegedly stolen SUV ramming into people in front of the cathedral on Saturday night.

Most if not all of the injured were pro-life activists who had just completed a walk through the streets of Guadalajara and were about to start a prayer session.

The Guadalajara government said on social media that police arrested the man “allegedly responsible” for injuring the 16 people, among whom were children. According to Guadalajara Government Secretary Manuel Romo, the man, reportedly aged in his 30s, was under the influence of drugs.

In the video footage, two people are seen chasing the vehicle, one of whom is apparently the owner. A child was in the stolen vehicle as it hit the people gathered outside the cathedral, Romo said Saturday.

The Guadalajara government said that an individual allegedly stole the vehicle near the Corona Market in the center of Guadalajara and ran over the people outside the cathedral as he attempted to escape. He possibly panicked when he became aware that there was a child in the vehicle.

The Guadalajara government said that “thanks to the quick reaction of our police, the alleged thief was arrested … at the scene.”

It added that the officers assisted those injured, who were taken to hospital for treatment.

Guadalajara Mayor Verónica Delgadillo said Sunday that she was certain that the Jalisco Attorney General’s Office would do its job and that “there will be justice in this case.”

The alleged driver of the vehicle was beaten by people outside the cathedral before he was arrested, according to the president of the National Front for the Family, which organized Saturday’s pro-life walk.

“Even though the crowd was hitting him, we protected him until the police [came],” said Jaime Cedillo.

He initially said that he didn’t believe that the driver had planned to run people over.

“We just spoke to the owner of the SUV and everything seems to indicate that it was a theft,” Cedillo said on Saturday.

Jaime Cedillo, president of the the National Front for the Family, speaks to a reporter.
Jaime Cedillo, president of the the organization that led Saturday’s pro-life walk, said the incident didn’t appear to be a malicious attack. (Screenshot)

However, on Monday he said that authorities need to thoroughly investigate whether the driver had in fact planned an attack on pro-life activists.

“We ask for transparency and speed in this investigation. We urge authorities to carry out a transparent and diligent investigation. … Citizens deserve clarity and respect, certainty about what happened,” Cedillo said.

“… It’s essential that steps are taken to compensate the victims and all their families for all the physical, emotional and material damage they suffered. Compensation is a matter of justice and respect for those affected here, at the doors of the cathedral,” he added.

Delgadillo said Sunday that three of four people who remained in hospital were expected to be discharged on Monday, while the fourth patient would “remain under observation.”

Some of the injured suffered broken bones, according to reports. A 14-year-old girl was reportedly trapped under one of the SUV’s wheels for a period, and was only freed when citizens were able to lift the vehicle up.

The Guadalajara government expressed its “solidarity” with all those injured and committed to providing them with all the assistance they need.

Mayor Delagadillo said that steps would be taken to “strengthen road safety” in the historic center of Guadalajara.

“… In the coming days we’ll provide more information about the operations to strengthen security in the historic center,” she said.

With reports from El Financiero, Informador, Quadratín, Aristegui Noticias, CC News and Milenio

World Bank: Nearshoring currently accounts for 0.2% of Mexican GDP

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A man works at a car manufacturing plant, representing a decrease in unemployment in Mexico
Companies that recently relocated to Mexico contributed about US $3.58 billion in goods and services in 2023. (Gobierno de México)

Multinational companies that have relocated to Mexico amid the nearshoring trend only generate around 0.2% of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP), according to the World Bank’s top official in Mexico.

Mark Thomas, the World Bank’s country director for Mexico, Colombia and Venezuela, cited the figure in an interview with the El Economista newspaper during last week’s annual meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund in Washington D.C.

For her part, the Latin America head of S&P Global Ratings, María Consuelo Pérez, pointed out earlier this year that the “new” investment component of the total foreign direct investment ($36 billion) received by Mexico last year accounted for less than 0.3% of Mexico’s GDP.

According to the World Bank, Mexico’s GDP in 2023 was just under US $1.79 trillion.

Therefore, based on the estimate given by Thomas, the annual value of goods produced and services provided by companies that have recently relocated to Mexico is around $3.58 billion.

The World Bank official told El Economista that foreign companies’ impact on the economy is greater at the local level in places such as Monterrey, Nuevo León, as well as the northern border region and certain parts of the Bajío, a region that encompasses all or parts of several states including Querétaro, Guanajuato, Aguascalientes and Jalisco.

A portrait of Mark Thomas, World Bank's country director for Mexico, Colombia and Venezuela
Mark Thomas, World Bank’s country director for Mexico, Colombia and Venezuela, said that northern border states and the Bajío region have benefited more from nearshoring than other parts of the country. (World Bank)

El Economista described those parts of the country as the “big winners” when it comes to the relocation of foreign companies. The new federal government is aiming to spread the benefits of foreign investment more evenly across Mexico via a plan to create 10 “specialized” industrial corridors spanning all 32 federal entities.

Thomas expressed his support for that plan.

To attract more foreign companies to Mexico, the World Bank official said that issues such as water availability, energy supply and the cost of land need to be addressed. Insecurity, government policies and constitutional reforms such as the recently enacted judicial reform are among the other concerns of current and potential investors in Mexico.

Although he outlined some deterrents to foreign investment, Thomas characterized Mexico as the best nearshoring destination in Latin America and the Caribbean.

A cityscape of Monterrey, Nuevo León, the end point for a proposed train line connecting to Texas
Monterrey, Nuevo León, has been a top destination for nearshoring-style investment. (David Liceaga/Unsplash)

In addition to its proximity to the United States, Mexico is considered an attractive place to invest by foreign companies because it is party to the USMCA free trade pact and has affordable labor costs, among other reasons.

Thomas said that Mexico’s true competitors for foreign investment are located in Asia, namely the countries of Vietnam, Taiwan and South Korea.

Alicia Bárcena, Mexico’s current environment minister and former foreign affairs minister, warned in late 2023 that Vietnam could position itself as a more attractive option than Mexico for companies that are seeking to relocate, especially from China.

Which companies have recently relocated to Mexico? 

El Economista didn’t quote Thomas as referring to any specific foreign companies or time period when he spoke about nearshoring’s impact on Mexico’s GDP.

Mexico has been a nearshoring destination for decades, but in recent years has become an even more attractive destination for foreign investment for a range of reasons including the ongoing China-United States trade war, which began in 2018, and major disruptions to the global supply chain during the COVID pandemic.

Listed below are some of the foreign companies that have opened new plants or facilities in Mexico since 2019.

A number of major foreign companies, including automakers Tesla (U.S.) and BYD (China), tech company Google (U.S.), and Lingong Machinery Group (China), have announced significant investment plans for Mexico, but their proposed projects have not yet come to fruition.

Companies made investment announcements for Mexico totaling well over $100 billion last year, and more than $48 billion in the first seven months of 2024.

If the majority of the announced projects go ahead — of which there is no certainty — the contribution that foreign companies make to Mexico’s GDP could increase substantially in coming years.

President Claudia Sheinbaum, who is just short of completing one month in office, has sought to reassure companies that their current and future investments in Mexico are safe, and it appears that her government intends to be very proactive in seeking new investment in the country.

With reports from El Economista 

Despite a slow September, exports are on track for a record-breaking year

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A huge lot full of cars ready for export in Mexico
Automotive exports accounted for almost a third of all export revenue in 2024. (Shutterstock)

Mexico remains on track to have a record-breaking year for export revenue in 2024, despite stagnant earnings in September compared to last year.

Mexican exports were worth US $455.71 billion in the first nine months of the year, according to preliminary data published on Monday, a 3.2% increase compared to the same period of 2023.

A tanker filled with containers of export goods in Mexico
Mexico exported goods worth US $455.71 billion in the first nine months of the 2024. (Shutterstock)

Export revenue totaled just over $593 billion last year, a record high.

Between January and September of 2024, Mexico earned an average of $50.63 billion in export revenue per month, putting it on track to exceed an annual total of $600 billion for the first time ever.

Mexico’s expenditure on imports also increased in the first nine months of 2024, and at a slightly higher pace than the year-over-year growth in export revenue.

Mexico’s deficit with its trade partners around the word increased 11% in annual terms between January and September to reach just over $11 billion.

Manufacturing sector generated almost 90% of export revenue

INEGI data shows that manufacturing sector exports were worth $408.38 billion in the first nine months of 2024, a 4% increase compared to the same period of last year.

That figure represents 89.6% of Mexico’s total export earnings between January and September.

Mexico exports a wide range of manufactured goods, including vehicles, auto parts, machinery, televisions, computers, medical devices and clothes.

The federal government and others are aiming to further bolster Mexico’s manufacturing sector by attracting foreign companies to nearshore here.

Lumitex manufacturing facility in Celaya
Manufacturing exports from plants like this one in Celaya, Guanajuato, made up nearly 90% of Mexico’s 2024 export revenue. (Together with Entrada Group)

The full sector-by-sector export data for the first nine months of the year is as follows:

  • Automotive exports increased 3.7% to $144.1 billion (31.6% of total revenue).
  • Non-auto sector manufacturing exports increased 4.2% to $264.73 billion (58% of total revenue).
  • Oil exports declined 14.1% to $21.48 billion (4.7% of total).
  • Agricultural exports increased 7.2% to $17.69 billion (3.9% of total).
  • Mining exports increased 8.2% to $7.7 billion (1.7% of total).

A stagnant September  

Mexico’s exports were worth $49.62 billion in September, representing 0.0% growth compared to the same month of last year, INEGI reported.

On a month-over-month basis, export revenue fell just under 1%.

The El Economista newspaper partially attributed the lack of growth to stagnation in the manufacturing sector in the United States, which is easily Mexico’s largest export market.

Revenue from oil exports slumped 44.9% in September compared to the same month last year, while earnings from automotive sector exports declined 7.4% annually.

Alkylation unit at the Olmeca Refinery
A drop in oil exports coupled with a slow manufacturing sector left September export revenue at a similar level to 2023 earnings. (Refinería Olmeca-Dos Bocas/X)

The decline in automotive exports coincided with a 0.5% contraction in secondary sector output in September, as reported by INEGI last week.

Despite the decline in earnings from auto exports, revenue from the manufacturing sector as a whole increased 2.6% compared to September 2023.

As detailed above, the value of oil sector exports fell 14.1% in the first nine months of the year, in part due to Mexico keeping more crude at home as it seeks to reach self-sufficiency for fuel. Lower oil prices in September were another factor in the sharp year-over-year decline in oil revenue last month.

The full sector-by-sector data for exports in September is as follows:

  • Automotive exports declined 7.4% to $15.42 billion (31.1% of total revenue).
  • Non-auto sector manufacturing exports increased 8.7% to $29.83 billion (60.1% of total revenue).
  • Oil exports declined 44.9% to $1.88 billion (3.8% of total).
  • Agricultural exports increased 12.5% to $1.51 billion (3% of total).
  • Mining exports increased 26.4% to $966.8 million (1.9% of total).

Spending on imports increased 3.4% between January and September 

INEGI reported that Mexico spent $466.73 billion on imports in the first nine months of the year, a 3.4% annual increase. Almost 94% of expenditure was on non-oil products, while just over 6% was on oil goods, including gasoline.

The full breakdown is as follows:

  • Imports of intermediate goods increased 2.7% to $352.87 billion (75.6% of total expenditure). Almost 94% of that expenditure was on non-oil intermediate goods.
  • Imports of consumer goods increased 4.4% to $68.05 billion (14.6% of total). Almost 89% of that spending was on non-oil consumer goods.
  • Imports of capital goods (factory machinery, for example) increased 7.2% to $45.79 billion (9.8% of total).

Mexico has a trade surplus with the US, but a global deficit 

The value of Mexico’s exports to the United States far exceeds the value of Mexico’s imports from the world’s largest economy.

However, Mexico recorded an overall trade deficit of $11.01 billion in the first nine months of the year, a 11% increase compared to the same period of 2023.

In September, Mexico’s spending on imports declined 1.8% to $50.2 billion, leaving it with a trade deficit of $578.9 million. That figure represents a 61.4% decline compared to Mexico’s deficit in September 2023.

With reports from El Economista

Runaway trailer causes fatal bus crash in Zacatecas, killing 19

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The bus from Omnibus de México was approaching mile marker 74 on the Zacatecas-Aguascalientes highway when it collided with the back of a trailer carrying corn that had come loose from the tractor truck.
The bus was approaching mile marker 74 on the Zacatecas-Aguascalientes highway when it collided with the back of a trailer carrying corn that had come loose from the tractor truck. (Alfonso Vladimir/Cuartoscuro)

Nineteen people were killed and six others were injured when a bus crashed into a detached semi-trailer on a highway in the central state of Zacatecas, Mexico.

The passenger bus was traveling from the Pacific coast state of Nayarit to the northern border city of Ciudad Juárez when the accident occurred early on Saturday morning.

Bus falls into ravine after collision with tractor-trailer, leaving 24 dead and several injured. The authorities are working to restore traffic on the Zacatecas-Aguascalientes highway.
There were only six survivors of the bus crash, which was caused by a runaway trailer on the Zacatecas-Aguascalientes highway. (ContrapropuestaMX/X)

The bus, operated by Omnibus de México, was approaching mile marker 74 on the Zacatecas-Aguascalientes highway when it collided with the back of a trailer carrying corn that had come loose from the tractor truck.

The bus careened off the highway and rolled down a ravine, as seen in images shared on social media.

First responders and security personnel — including soldiers and members of the National Guard — arrived on the scene and sifted through the wreckage looking for survivors, but the damage to the bus was considerable. 

The six injured passengers were being treated at hospitals in the city of Zacatecas on Monday.

In a post to social media, Zacatecas Governor David Monreal said he ordered the local Health Ministry, Public Works Ministry and Public Security Ministry to attend to the matter “on a permanent basis.” 

Monreal said his administration had established two hotlines to manage information about the injured and the deceased, while also declaring that the state Attorney General’s Office (FGJE) had opened a criminal investigation into the accident.  

According to Reuters, the FGJE said it was “carrying out investigations to arrest the driver” of the tractor-trailer.

State authorities reported an initial death toll of 24 on Saturday before revising the final count to 19. By Sunday afternoon, authorities had confirmed the identities of 17 of the 19 victims, according to the newspaper Express Zacatecas, matching the names on the bus’s passenger list. The Zacatecas State Commission for Victims’ Assistance was lending attention to the families of the dead and injured.

Express Zacatecas also reported that experts with the National Guard had confirmed that the wayward tractor-trailer had caused the accident, coinciding with the conclusions of the initial forensics investigation.

Zacatecas authorities are working with officials in neighboring states to identify the driver and the owner of the tractor-trailer involved in the accident.

With reports from The El Paso Times, Reuters, Express Zacatecas and CNN en Español

Cold front brings unseasonal freeze to Mexico’s mountainous regions

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Two people wearing heavy winter clothes
More than half of Mexico’s 32 states will see temperatures drop to between -5 and 5 degrees Celsius this week with the arrival of cold front No. 6. (Graciela López/Cuartoscuro)

More than half of Mexico’s 32 states will see freezing temperatures on Monday and Tuesday as cold front No. 6 enters Mexico from the northwest.

The National Meteorological Service (SMN) warned that residents, particularly of Mexico’s northwest region, can expect significant drops in temperature throughout the week. The weather system will bring powerful wind gusts between 60 to 80 kilometers per hour, kicking up dust storms (known locally as “tolvaneras”) across Baja California, Baja California Sur, Sonora, Chihuahua and Coahuila. 

Popocatépetl fumarole on October, 2012
Snow and sleet are possible in high peaks including the Popocatépetl, Iztaccihuatl and Pico de Orizaba volcanoes. (Wikimedia Commons)

Beginning Monday, mountainous areas of Baja California, Chihuahua, Durango, México state, Tlaxcala and Puebla can expect temperatures between -5 and 0 degrees Celsius. 

The following states can expect temperatures between 0 and 5 degrees Celsius:

  • Sonora 
  • Coahuila
  • Nuevo León
  • Zacatecas
  • San Luis Potosi
  • Aguascalientes
  • Jalisco
  • Michoacan
  • Guanajuato
  • Queretaro
  • Hidalgo
  • Mexico City
  • Veracruz
  • Oaxaca 

Snow and sleet are also possible in high peaks including the Popocatépetl, Iztaccíhuatl and Pico de Orizaba volcanoes.

Meanwhile, a new tropical wave will approach the coast of Quintana Roo on Thursday, interacting with a low-pressure channel in Mexico’s southeast and Yucatán Peninsula. These conditions will lead to heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in the region.

The SMN has warned that rainfall may lead to reduced visibility, landslides and flooding of rivers and streams. The weather agency urged residents to follow the recommendations of Civil Protection authorities, as strong winds may knock down trees and advertisements. 

Rain forecast by region

At least half of the country will see rainfall today. Here’s the forecast:

  • Heavy to very heavy rainfall (50 to 75 millimeters): Veracruz, Oaxaca, Chiapas, Tabasco and Quintana Roo.
  • Showers and intervals of heavy rainfall (25 to 50 millimeters): Guerrero, Campeche and Yucatán.
  • Showers (5 to 25 millimeters): Baja California, Tamaulipas, Hidalgo, Puebla, Tlaxcala, State of Mexico, Mexico City, Morelos and Michoacán.

Temperature forecast by region

Despite the cold front, some regions in Mexico will still experience high temperatures during on Monday. Here is the forecast for today: 

  • Maximum temperatures of 35 to 40 degrees Celsius: Baja California Sur, Sonora, Sinaloa and Nayarit.
  • Maximum temperatures of 30 to 35 degrees Celsius: Baja California, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo León, Tamaulipas, San Luis Potosí, Zacatecas, Durango, Jalisco, Colima, Michoacán, Guerrero, Oaxaca, Chiapas, Veracruz, Tabasco, Campeche, Yucatán and Quintana Roo.

Mexico News Daily 

Heartbreak at home: ‘Checo’ Pérez finishes in last place at Mexico City Grand Prix

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Sergio Pérez ahead of the 2024 Mexico City Grand Prix
“This has been a complicated week. My worst Mexican Grand Prix ever,” Pérez said after the race. (Galo Cañas/Cuartoscuro)

Mexican Formula 1 racer Sergio “Checo” Pérez had a rough weekend in Mexico City. 

The Guadalajara native finished dead last among the 17 cars that completed Sunday’s Mexico City Grand Prix, adding to rumors about his future on the Red Bull Racing team.

A girl wears cutouts of Checo Pérez on a headband at the Mexico Grand Prix
Pérez’s poor performance at the Mexico City Grand Prix on Sunday saw Red Bull drop to third place in the Constructors Standings. (Galo Cañas/Cuartoscuro)

According to the racing website Planet F1, Pérez blamed brake problems for the poor pace during qualifying, setting him up to start Sunday’s race in 18th place. “This has been a complicated week. My worst Mexican Grand Prix ever,” Pérez said after the race. “I’ve always said my dream is to win in Mexico and I’ll be back to try again next year.”

Though Pérez wants to return to the Hermanos Rodríguez track next year, he might have to find a new team.

Despite the awful qualifying session that saw him start 18th on the grid, Pérez began the race in promising fashion, overcoming a 5-second penalty for a false start before moving into 11th place. Then disaster struck on the 18th lap of the 71-lap race. 

As the fast-charging Mexican battled to pass New Zealand rookie Liam Lawson, driving for Red Bull’s sister outfit Racing Bulls, for 10th place, Lawson cut off his attempt to zip by on the inside at Turn 4. Pérez maneuvered around him on the outside of Turn 5, but Lawson made contact with Checo’s car, damaging the bodywork and knocking him out of contention. 

Pérez’s poor performance saw Red Bull drop to third place in the Constructors Standings.

Lawson apologizes for inappropriate gesture

After the side-by-side battle on the 18th lap that left Checo’s car damaged, Lawson — tipped to replace Pérez at Red Bull Racing next year — flipped his middle finger at the Mexican as he surged ahead.

Checo Pérez racing at the 2024 Mexico Grand Prix
Liam Lawson — tipped to replace Pérez at Red Bull Racing next year — flipped his middle finger at Pérez during the race. (Moisés Pablo/Cuartoscuro)

After the race, the Racing Bulls pilot apologized, saying his gesture came in the heat of the moment.

“It wasn’t my intention [to have an incident], but I did try and leave space in Turn 4,” Lawson said. “I would have thought he would leave me space in Turn 5, but obviously not.”

In response, Pérez called Lawson, who finished in 16th place, “an idiot.”

Checo’s future at Red Bull hangs in the balance

Despite finishing third in the 2021 and 2022 Drivers championship, Red Bull boss Christian Horner and team advisor Helmut Marko have been disappointed with Checo’s performance this season. Pérez currently sits in eighth place and his poor form this season is the major reason Red Bull has tumbled in the Constructors Standings.

Last week, Marko said Checo’s position with Red Bull was secure, but Sunday’s result has stirred up the rumor mill once again.  Pundit Ralf Schumacher told Planet F1 he believes Red Bull will drop Pérez from the team before the end of the season.

After Saturday’s qualifying, Planet F1 reported that Marko complained that the hoped-for “upturn” that Red Bull hoped to see from Pérez “has unfortunately not materialized.” 

Horner was not so forgiving. “Checo again has had a horrible weekend,” Horner said, according to the news site Motorsport Week. “He knows Formula 1 is a results-based business.”

According to Motorsport Week, Horner would not guarantee that Pérez’s spot on the team was safe.

With reports from Planet F1, N+, Motorsport Week, Sports Illustrated, Infobae and El Financiero

Dia de Muertos meets Halloween on the Guerrero coast

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When it comes to memorable Dia de los Muertos events, Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo is up there with Mexico's best. (All photos by Margaret Reid)

In the town of Zihuatanejo, Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead) and Halloween have collided. It is one of the most important times of the year for celebrating family and loved ones who have passed on, but it has taken on a new angle as cross-border traditions have mixed together. Time-honoured traditions include cleaning and visiting the gravesites, candlelight vigils and sharing meals, usually the favourite dishes of the person who passed. Pan de Muerto is divided, and music plays a large part in the celebrations throughout the candlelit evening.  

In addition to holding onto traditional celebrations, they have expanded and, at times, appear more commercial than I have witnessed over the past 30 years, living at least part-time in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo.  What used to be more about honouring the dead while visiting the graves of loved ones has now included three and four day celebrations, which, although originated in tradition, have become elaborate events. Don’t get me wrong, the gravesite gatherings are certainly prevalent and mostly away from foreign visitors’ eyes, but Dia de Muertos has become more full-blown over the years and the lines between Halloween and the traditional Mexican ceremonies of remembrance have become blurred.

A family in Zihuatanejo Day of the Dead costumes
Day of the Dead is usually a quiet, personal celebration of life for most Mexicans. In Zihuatanejo, it’s merging into a Halloween extravaganza of costumery and color.

I have noticed the prevalence of huge numbers of trick-or-treaters that swarm what was once a small village in Zihuatanejo. Seeing these adorable children dressed as little goblins, ghosts, SpongeBobs, and last year’s most popular character, Wednesday Addams, has become the highlight of the year for my friends and me. We park ourselves outside the Barracuda Bar and hand out goodies and take photos — which everyone happily poses for.  

The festivities begin with the unveiling of a giant Catrina on October 31 at 6:30 pm at a major landmark in Zihuatanejo known as Plaza Kioto, named after one of Zihuantanejo’s sister cities, Kyoto in Japan.

A short while later, everyone moves to the Cancha Municipal, the location of all of Zihuantanejo’s most memorable activities, located downtown on the shores of Zihuatanejo Bay. Here, they can enjoy an exhibition and taste traditional pan de muerto and other tasty treats from local bakeries and Restaurante Carnivac. Following is a lighted parade of boats in the bay of Zihuatanejo known as the Desfile de la Lanchas Illuminadas.

On November 1, starting at 7:00 pm, there will be a host of activities and celebrations in Zihuatanejo and nearby Ixtapa. In Colonia la Madera, a popular area not far from Centro Zihuatanejo and famous for its many restaurants and boutique hotels, you can dine and dance in the streets a mere few steps from Playa Madera. 

Visitors to Ixtapa can see the Catrina Parade through the center of the town.

In Ixtapa, 5 kilometers away, the fun continues with the “Pasarela de Textile — Catrinas de mi tierra” fashion show, which is held in the Commercial Zone of the resort area. There is also an Exhibition de Ofrendos (El Lugar de los Muertos, which means the place of the dead) at several restaurants. The traditional Day of the Dead altars can also be viewed and admired by visiting the many hotels along the main strip.  

The Parade of the Catrinas on November 2 is an event not to be missed as the costumes are elaborate and breathtaking. It starts at Plaza Kioto at 7:30 pm and winds through the town streets, including the length of Cinco de Mayo to the Cancha Municipal. People line the streets for glimpses of the magical parade and can often take photos with their favourite Catrinas at the end of the line.

On November 3, everything wraps up with the Concurso de Catrinas de Zihuatanejo, another spectacular event as the participants are judged and crowned. Sadly, it’s all over after that, at least for another year, when I have no doubt that plans are already in place to top this year’s festivities.

The writer divides her time between Canada and Zihuatanejo.

What’s on in Mexico City in November?

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Bethany Platanella
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A Giant rabbit is What's on in Mexico City in November
There are giant rabbits, world famous rockers and skulls galore, as November in the capital rolls around. (Cirque du Soleil/Facebook)

Day of the Dead parades. Massive music festivals. Art. A haunted boat ride through the canals of Xochimilco. If you’re wondering “What’s on in Mexico City this November?” — the answer is a lot.

In fact, there’s so much on it can feel overwhelming trying to sift through the event websites and scour social media. But fear not, because we’ve compiled 10 of the coolest activities going on next month.

Mictlán

(Mictlán)

The Mexica underworld of Mictlán is the place where souls congregate after their death in from the mortal world. Azul Cielo Circo company presents a Day of the Dead-themed circus performance, where artists will vividly bring to life this magical dimension through acrobatics, juggling, and entertaining stunts. The show will feature stories inspired by Mexican mythology and ancient belief systems.

November 1–3 and 8–9

Location: Ignacio Allende 36, Del Carmen, Coyoacán

Cost: 380 pesos per person

Cirque du Soleil

(Cirque du Soleil/Facebook)

Speaking of daring acts, for a limited time only you can see the classic circus show that has captivated audiences for decades. Watch as performers execute gravity-defying stunts and intricate choreography in whimsical costumes. The combination of performing arts and live music is entertaining for all ages, making it a great night out for families, couples, and friends.

Dates: November 7–December 29

Location: Gran Carpa Santa Fe (Vasco de Quiroga 2000, Santa Fe, Álvaro Obregón)

Cost: Tickets start at 1,955 pesos per person

Gran Salón México 

(Fuente Seca/Instagram)

Explore a diverse range of illustrations created by both Mexican and international artists at LAGUNA, a beautiful, open-air venue in Doctores. Visitors will have the chance to meet artists in person while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere and wide-ranging display of contemporary art. 

Dates: November 8–10

Location: LAGUNA (Dr. Lucio No. 181, Doctores, Cuauhtémoc)

Cost: Free to enter

Noche de Leyendas in Xochimilco

Ad for Noche de Trajineras Xochimilco, a Catrina holds a skull
(Trajineras Xochimilco Elizú Fernando)

Sail through the eeriest tales of Mexican folklore onboard a traditional trajinera boat. As you navigate the waterways, mysterious creatures will share spine-chilling legends from local culture, creating an atmosphere filled with suspense and intrigue. After an Instagram-worthy photo stop at an area featuring zone of illuminated skulls, the adventure continues with a visit to the infamous Isla de las Muñecas (Island of the Dolls). 

Dates: November 1–2 and 8–9

Location: Embarcadero de Caltongo (Nuevo León 113, Caltongo, Xochimilco)

Cost: Tickets start at 550 pesos for adults and 400 pesos for children under six years old. 

*Please note: Tickets can only be purchased on the day of the event. Reservations can be made by phone: 55 4130 5594 and 55 4130 5594.

Eurojazz

(Eurojazz/Instagram)

Celebrate jazz music with this diverse lineup of both international and local artists. Expect a vibrant atmosphere filled with live performances, workshops, and cultural exchanges highlighting jazz’s infinite styles. Not to mention, all performances are free!

Dates: November 10–24

Location: Centro Nacional de las Artes, Av. Río Churubusco 79, Country Club Churubusco, Coyoacán

Cost: Free to enter

ORIGINAL Textile Art Fair

(Original Textil/Facebook)

If you love Mexican design, this art fair is for you. Set in the former presidential residence of Los Pinos, in the middle of Chapultepec Park, artisans from diverse communities across Mexico will showcase their textile creations, from traditional designs to modern interpretations. This annual event is part of a cultural movement initiated by the national Culture Ministry, aimed at promoting the value of artisanal work and the rights of collective ownership. 

Dates: November 14 – 17, 2024

Location: Complejo Cultural de Los Pinos, Calz. del Rey S/N, Bosque de Chapultepec I Secc, Miguel Hidalgo

Cost: Free to enter

Corona Capital

(Corona Capital/Facebook)

Every pop music lover’s favorite festival is coming up and the lineup is a doozy. Shake your hips to the likes of Shawn Mendes, Green Day, and Toto. The three-day celebration closes out with Paul McCartney alongside Jack White and Empire of the Sun. It’s an eclectic mix that promises an exciting experience for all attendees.

Dates: November 15–17, 2024

Location: Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez

Cost: Tickets start at 2,400 pesos per person

Bethany Platanella is a travel planner and lifestyle writer based in Mexico City. She lives for the dopamine hit that comes directly after booking a plane ticket, exploring local markets, practicing yoga and munching on fresh tortillas. Sign up to receive her Sunday Love Letters to your inbox, peruse her blog, or follow her on Instagram.

Where to see Mexico City’s monumental alebrijes before October ends

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MND Staff
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2024 Alebrije Parade in Mexico City
If you missed the parade, the alebrijes will remain on display along the sidewalks of Paseo de la Reforma until Nov. 3, from the Angel of Independence to the Estela de Luz monument. (Rogelio Morales/Cuartoscuro)

On Oct. 19, Paseo de la Reforma hosted the much-anticipated Alebrijes Parade organized by the Museum of Popular Art (MAP), which saw 185 gigantic alebrijes — artisanal sculptures of fanciful creatures — stroll down Mexico City’s most prominent avenue. 

If you missed the parade, the alebrijes will remain on display along the sidewalks of Paseo de la Reforma until Nov. 3, from the Angel of Independence to the Estela de Luz monument.

Alebrije La Tempestad on Paseo de la Reforma
“La Tempestad,” by Angel Misael Velasco García, Centro Cultural Pedro López Elías, Tepoztlán, Morelos. (MAP/Facebook)

The parade 

City officials reported that over 630,000 people gathered along Paseo de la Reforma to witness the MAP’s 16th edition of the parade.  

The show began at noon on Oct. 19, with nearly 200 gigantic alebrijes journeying through downtown Mexico City. The colorful sculptures were created by experienced master cartoneros and emerging artists from all over Mexico. The states represented in this year’s parade include México state, Mexico City, Guerrero, Guanajuato, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Morelos, San Luis Potosí and Tlaxcala.

The parade also featured regional dances, live music and dance groups.

The MAP hosts an annual award ceremony to recognize the three most impressive alebrijes. This year, the top three winners will receive cash prizes of 70,000 ((US $3,489), 50,000 (US $2,492) and 40,000 pesos (US $1,993), respectively. Furthermore, eleven alebrijes with ‘honorable mentions’ will receive a cash prize of 10,000 pesos (US $498).

What are alebrijes? 

Alebrijes are brightly colored Mexican folk art figures, typically made from papier-mâché or cardboard (cartonería). These remarkable figures, which blend features from different animals into fantastical combinations, were born from the imagination of artisan Pedro Linares López.

Alebrije Ferix on Paseo de la Reforma
“FERIX” by Abelardo Correa Nava, secondary school No. 161 Tomas Alva Edison, Mexico City. (MAP/Facebook)

The story of alebrijes begins like something out of a fever dream — quite literally. In 1936, Linares fell ill and spent months unconscious. During this time, he was visited by extraordinary visions: a donkey with wings soaring through his dreams, a lion sporting a dog’s head, and a rooster crowned with bull’s horns. Upon recovering, he brought these mysterious creatures — which he named alebrijes — to life using the traditional technique of cartonería.

While Linares had been crafting these magical beings for decades, it wasn’t until 1975 that his work captured global attention. British filmmaker Judith Bronowski created a documentary about his craft, catapulting him to international fame. 

Today, alebrijes stand as more than just art pieces. They’ve become a beloved symbol of Mexican creativity and imagination, reflecting the country’s rich biodiversity through their diverse forms. 

With reports from Excélsior

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