The Guadalajara Reporter
Guadalajara's Largest English Newspaper
Housing more than a quarter of the Guadalajara metro area’s 5.3 million residents, Zapopan is one of Mexico’s largest municipalities.
The vibrant rhythms and sweet harmonies of mariachi, the enormously popular musical genre reflecting the essence of Mexico believed to have originated in Jalisco, will reverberate across the city and the state’s Magic Towns during the 31st International Mariachi and Charrería Festival, between August 23 to September 4.
• On Thursday, August 22, 6-9 p.m., watch Kamala Harris’ acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention at The Black Sheep, Libertad 140, Colonia Americana.
In this photo, U.S. Consul General Amy Scanlon appears to greet the first customer at the new U.S. consulate in Guadalajara, which opened its doors to the public on Monday, August 12.
The ongoing substantial investment at the Guadalajara International Airport is improving the infrastructure for the better.
After 17 days of around-the-clock labor, the stretch of Avenida Lopez Mateos closed off when a huge sinkhole appeared, reopened to traffic on August 12.
As in past years, the Encuentro Nacional del Mariachi Tradicional (Traditional Mariachi Festival) will precede Guadalajara’s big annual mariachi bash (August 23- September 4), with performances at various city venues between August 9 to 18.
The Tequila Express train, which takes locals and visitors from Guadalajara through the stunning agave landscape, is set to resume service after a nine-year hiatus. The rides will begin again on September 14, operating on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Vandalism for many people, but art and a symbol of rebellion for others, graffiti envelops cities and communities around the world—and Guadalajara is no exception.
