ISLA MUJERES CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2010

February 12 - 16
CARNIVAL 2010
Live the music, the party and the carnival dances all around the island!

February 24 - 27
1st ISLAND TIME FISHING TOURNAMENT
Fishing Tournament in benefit of the Little Yellow School House.
http://www.littleyellowschoolhouse.org/

April 23 - 30
XLII REGATA DEL SOL AL SOL
Traditional Sailboats Race coming from St. Petersburg, Florida to Isla Mujeres Quintana Roo.
A whole week of activities and party with these distinguished visitors.
http://www.regatadelsolalsol.org/

May 15 - 16
1st CARIBBEAN SKY FEST 2010
http://www.starcproducciones.com/csf10/

May 21 - 23
7th GREAT FISHING TOURNAMENT OF ISLA MUJERES
“Cosme Alberto Martínez Magaña”. More than $52,000 USD in prizes !!
http://www.torneodepescaim.info

July 16 - 18
3rd WHALESHARK FESTIVAL
The family-friendly Whale Shark Festival will showcase the time-honored dances, local cuisine, nearby businesses and works from local artisans. Guests can also participate in some of the water activities that have made Isla Mujeres a favorite vacation spot: sport fishing, diving and snorkeling tours of the pristine reefs and of course swimming with whale sharks, the largest fish in the world and an endangered species.
http://www.whalesharkfest.com

August 13 - 22
160th ISLA MUJERES FOUNDATION FEST
http://www.islamujeres.gob.mx/Turismo/index.php?IdSubSeccion=47

September 11
FESTIVAL OF THE SHRINE OF THE CARIDAD DEL COBRE
The protector of the fishermen of Isla Mujeres. Is celebrated with a religious parade by downtown and also a nautical parade with boats to its Chapel in Contoy Island.

September 15 - 16
BICENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY OF THE MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE

September 27
WORLD TOURISM DAY
We celebrate the tourism day by pampering our first visitors with special gifts and souvenirs, and also giving them coupons with very special discounts from the businesses of Isla Mujeres.

October 2 - 3
BABY TURTLES BIG RELEASE 2010
Bring your family and participate in this beautiful event at the beach developed by the Turtlefarm to release a marine turtle.

November 1 - 2
THE DAY OF THE DEAD
It is a tradition that in the mainsquare, the homes and local businesses prepare with traditional food and processions are part of this singular celebration. Admire the traditional decoration of the altars, with its sugar skulls, candles, Christian images and pictures of their late beloved. Also de prayers, the mass at the chapel and flowers at the local cementery.

November 20
100th ANNIVERSARY OF THE MEXICAN REVOLUTION

November 28 - December 8
FESTIVAL OF THE SHRINE OF THE INMACULATE CONCEPTION
celebrates its patron saint, the Virgin of the Immaculate Conception. Parades, bull fights and dancing are part of this religious celebration.

December 31
NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION
Great celebration at the mainsquare with a digital countdown, mexican food, drinks, special tables for sale, a stage with musical groups all night long, fireworks and a popular dance. At sunrise is a tradition that everyone goes to the south-end of Isla Mujeres, the easternmost point of Mexico, to see the first rays of sun in the Mexican Republic.


Swimming with Whale Sharks!
You will swim with our fully licensed, expert diver/guides. You’ll swim with these magnificent sharks that feed on plankton, algae and krill. All Swimmers will get to swim with the sharks or you may just observe and take photos from the boat. You can either use your own equipment or ours. We bring fresh fruit, soft drinks and water aboard.  Upon your return to Isla Mujeres, having experienced one of nature’s wonders you'll be treated to a fresh barbeque on the beach.
Contact Ceviche Tours for more info

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Sport Fishing
Our most exciting trips are Cancun Sailfishing, where we target Atlantic Sailfish. These Ferraris of  Sport fish are amazing acrobats and one of the best fights on light tackle. Dolphin (mahi-mahi), Bonito, Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel and Wahoo are also seen frequently, and make for great catches.
Contact Ceviche Tours for more info

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Snorkeling
Choose from a variety of snorkeling packages and private tours. Snorkel on your own private boat to visit three live reefs surrounding Isla Mujeres
Contact Ceviche Tours for more info

 

 

Swimming with Whale Sharks in Mexico

 

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