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The Mikiztli ceremony: Dancing for the ancestors

As Day of the Dead festivities unfolded across Guadalajara, pre-Hispanic dance circles such as Kalpulli Kuetzpalkalli marked the occasion with a traditional Mikiztli ceremony — a ritual symbolizing transformation and honoring those who have transcended.


The sound of change: Jalisco uses music education in a bid to reduce violence

In a bold move, Jalisco is betting that music education can help break the cycle of violence and foster a generation of young people who turn to their instruments instead of weapons.

With the launch of the Aulas de Música (Music Classrooms) program, Governor Pablo Lemus and local leaders are laying the groundwork for a future where art and music play a central role in combating the state’s violence and social challenges.

International Food Fair to showcase global dishes

Foreign consulates and honorary consuls in Guadalajara will once again showcase their culinary delights at the 44th edition of the International Gastronomic Fair, set to take place on Sunday, November 9, at the Parque de las Niñas y los Niños (Children’s Park) in Zapopan.

Iconic bowling alley reopens

After a five-year hiatus due to the Covid pandemic, the legendary Bolerama Tapatío will officially reopen its doors on November 10, offering a fully renovated space designed to honor its history while appealing to modern tastes.

Air Canada’s Guadalajara-Toronto route opens

Air Canada officially inaugurated its new Guadalajara–Toronto route on Wednesday morning, marking the launch of three weekly nonstop flights between the two cities.

Buen Fin starts November 13

Buen Fin 2025, scheduled Thursday, November 13 through Monday, November 17, is Mexico’s annual shopping event - similar to Black Friday in the U.S. - that involves both physical stores and online retailers, offering large discounts and promotions on a wide range of products, including electronics, clothing, household goods, and more.

Stabbing of teenage fan marks dark turn for city’s fierce soccer rivalry

The history of fan violence in soccer is well-documented across Europe, South America and even some parts of Mexico. Thankfully, this ugly phenomenon has largely bypassed Guadalajara, despite the notorious rivalry between the city’s two top teams, Chivas and Atlas.