Grito in Zapopan
An alternative to Grito night celebrations in downtown Guadalajara (see page 3) is the Plaza de las Americas facing the Basilica in Zapopan Centro. Revelers will pack the plaza on Tuesday, September 15, when the entertainment starts at 6:30 p.m., running through to 1:30 a.m. Banda, mariachi, ballet folklorico, a circus and various other performers will keep the crowd hopping until the wee hours. Driving and parking may be difficult in the area due to the Tren Ligero construction, so go early to find a spot or take a cab. Another option is the Glorieta Chapalita, where the neighborhood association pulls out the stops for a more homey Grito bash. Cars will be banned from the roundabout, so there will be no traffic worries for pedestrians. Food booths will start to set up from early evening. The fun continues well past midnight.
Museo Oscar de la Torre
Jalisco regions are getting the chance to showcase their culture at a recently opened exhibition space in the Jalisco Secretaría de Turismo building at Morelos 102 in the Guadalajara city center.
Crafts and cuisine from the Jalisco municipality of Mazamitla will be on display at the Oscar de la Torre Museum until September 14. Many of the items and products on show are available for purchase.
From September 17, crafts and examples of local culinary treats from municipalities in northern Jalisco’s Los Altos region will be displayed.
Forest at night
The Bosque de Colomos is hosting night-time walks beginning Friday, September 18. Two walks are planned: at 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. The cost is 75 pesos, entrance at El Chaco. Tickets can be purchased Friday up to 3 p.m. Call 331-991-6087 for more information.
Charro Parade
The colorful Monday, September 14, Dia del Charro (Horseman’s Day) parade features local charros and escaramuzas. Starting on Avenida Chapultepec at Mexicaltzingo, the route goes down Avenida Washington to La Calzada Independencia, via Calzada de las Palmas to R. Michel and the Lienzo Charro Jalisco. The parade starts at 10 a.m.
Karaoke Sunday
This Sunday’s Via RecreActiva offers karaoke in the Parque Revolucion (corner of Federalismo and Juarez). You can belt out your favorite song – or just watch if you prefer. Registration is from 9 and the singing from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.