December kicked off with the nightly pilgrimages in honor of Mexico’s patron saint, the Virgen de Guadalupe. The evening processionals, departing from the Old Port each day at 5 p.m. (Dec 1st-11th), wind their way to the Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Church on Ave. Simon Morua, often accompanied by fireworks and music. This all leads […]
Nineteen year-old weightlifter Abdeel Noemí “Mimi” Rodriguez of Puerto Peñasco conquered her first PanAmerican Youth Games in Cali, Colombia on Nov. 29th, taking home gold in the over 87 kilo category. Rodriguez dominated her category after lifting 246 KG in all, with 108 kg in snatch and 138 kg in clean and jerk. This performance […]
In what is a first for the city of Puerto Peñasco, a nautical Christmas Light parade will take place on the evening of Dec. 18th starting at 5 p.m. from the city docks. The coordinated effort of the City of Puerto Peñasco and Cuéntanos Peñasco aims to bring joy to local families and visitors alike […]
Puerto Peñasco recently reaffirmed its spot as one of the most inclusive beaches in northwestern Mexico, inaugurating renovations to the northern and southern access points to Playa Hermosa. Mayor Jorge Pivac Carrillo emphasized this project is the best of its kind in Sonora, making Puerto Peñasco stand out as a city with accessible points that […]
January Jam 2022 tickets go on sale Nov. 30th! After taking last year off, January Jam returns with three days of music, golf and NFL playoffs! Joining RCPM all 3 days will be The Vandoliers, RC & the Ambers (RC Edwards from Turnpike Troubadours), Jesse Dayton, Jim Dalton, The Jons (full band), Andrew Leahey and […]
The 20th Anniversary edition of the Rocky Point Rally drew over 5000 bikers, along with more than 15,000 tourists to the shores of Rocky Point Nov. 11th – 14th. Sonora Tourism (COFETUR) Secretary Célida Teresa López Cárdenas emphasized the event underscored this rally as one of the most important in northwestern Mexico. López Cárdenas stressed […]
Mighty Mimí Rodríguez part of Mexican national team for 1st PanAmerican Youth Games Puerto Peñasco weightlifter Noemí “Mimí” Rodríguez Lugo has been chosen to represent Mexico in the first PanAmerican Youth Games, to be held in Cali, Colombia from Nov. 25 – Dec. 5. The Mexican Weightlifting Federation (FMLP) announced the ten-person selection of those […]
¡Noviembre! We are in that small stretch between Halloween fiestas along with Day of the Dead commemorations, before we round the corner toward the Rocky Point Rally (this year Nov. 11 – 14). Yet, this weekend continues to rock…rock ‘n roll to be exact. The Black Moods, who have played across local venues for nearly […]
An embargo on Mexican shrimp, decreed by the United States last April, came to an end on October 19, 2021. The end to the embargo came following official notice to the National Aquaculture and Fisheries Commission (CONAPESCA) by the U.S. Government. Restoring of certification, which will allow Mexican shrimp to be exported to the U.S., […]
In furthering the revival of Mexican traditions across Puerto Peñasco, the 2021 Festival of Altares de Muertos and Catrinas successfully returned to adorn Calle 32 “Rodeo Drive” on days leading up to the traditional Day of the Dead. In this 7th traditional Mexican festival of the dearly departed, promoted by the Municipal Institute of Culture […]
Yes, there are indeed activities planned this next weekend to celebrate the convergence of Mexico’s Día de Muertos and the popular Halloween. Saturday and Sunday evenings, Oct. 30th – 31st, altar contests and catrina showings will grace the area of “rodeo road” once again – after a covid hiatus last year. Starting from 5 p.m. […]
The second Sustainable Beaches virtual meeting, organized by the Institute of Standardization and Certificacion, A.C. (IMNC), took place Oct. 18th-22nd. The IMNC is the body responsible for certifying beaches that possess appropriate characteristics as clean and sustainable beaches, such as that of Islas del Mar. The event, which included participation of authorities from SEMARNAP (Secretary […]
Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort to Host Gonzo & Friends Golf Tournament in Support of 1MISSION The tournament, in partnership with former Arizona Diamondback Luis Gonzalez, benefits Rocky Point’s 1MISSION community development organization Puerto Peñasco, Mexico – Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort will once again host the Gonzo & Friends Golf Tournament, November […]
Raffle October 30, 2021 Special Notice: We are holding our first Cornhole Tournament in two years. Date October 29 at Baja Hotel, October 30 at Banditos and October 31 at La Arena. We will have the raffle in conjunction with the tournament. Drawing will be Saturday October 30 during the tournament. Ticket prices are $2.00 […]
Yes, it’s been a while since we’ve run down the calendar – and there is (and has been) plenty going on! Fall is upon us in Rocky Point, which means the humidity is long gone (yay!) and cooler days are ahead. This is what most people consider the best weather time in town – no […]
A fourth cross-border vaccination campaign held Sept. 28th – 29th at the Sonoyta-Lukeville border was the first time children 12 and up were also able to receive inoculation against Covid-19. An upcoming cross-border campaign is scheduled for this coming week, with pre-registration through the local Convention and Visitors Bureau. Lizette Ibarra of the Puerto Peñasco […]