The annual Fiestas de Octubre provides a great backdrop for a slew of cultural events, many of them held for free in the Plaza Fundadores behind the Teatro Degollado.

The 46th Expo Ganadera Jalisco, considered to be one of Mexico’s best livestock fairs, will open Wednesday, October 10 for a 25-day run that should rope in thousands of visitors keen on having a look at top-breed farm animals as well as enjoying a jam-packed schedule of special events.

The friendship and work of Tamara Lempicka and Victor Manuel Contrerasis the focus of the “Un encuentro de dos culturas” show at the Instituto Cultural Cabañas.

Patrons attending the opening concerts of the Jalisco Philharmonic Orchestra autumn season next month will get the opportunity to appreciate the skills of one of the United States’ most prominent conductors.

The Fiestas de Octubre is approaching and if you’ve been to a state fair in the United States, you’ll know roughly what to expect, although this city’s version has a distinctly Mexican  flavor.

The Jalisco Philharmonic Orchestra presents two end-of-summer concerts under the baton of new musical director Alondra de la Parra.