October 2023
October 11 – 15 | Días Festivales de Todos Santos in the Todos Santos plaza.
October 12 | 12 – 5 pm, Amigos de Los Niños Redhead Beach Party at Shaka’s at Cerritos. Special musical guest Rico Monaco at 3:30 pm.
October 14 | 10 am – 4 pm, Baja 100 Art Show at Agricole in Pescadero.
October 21 | 10 am – 4 pm, Baja 100 Art Show at Gallo Azul in Todos
Santos.
October 22 – 28 | 51st International Cervantino Trip with Hablando Mexicano. Visit their website or email for details: www.hablandomexicano.com, info@hablandomexicano.com
October 26 | 6 – 9 pm, Masquerade Ball at Café La Esquina in Todos Santos. A benefit for The Palapa Society of Todos Santos. Get ready to put on your mask for an unforgettable evening of fun and mystery! Dress up in your finest attire and let loose on the
dance floor, all while raising money for a great cause. This is the perfect opportunity
to support The Palapa Society and their efforts to promote education in the
local community. Tickets are $500 MXN and can be purchased via their Facebook
page: https://www.facebook.com/palapasociety.org/events, palapasociety.org
October 28 – November 3 | Day of the Dead in Mexico City 2023 with Hablando Mexicano. Visit their website or email for details: www.hablandomexicano.com, info@hablandomexicano.com
November 2023
November 1 | 4:40 pm, Inauguration of the 5th Día de Muertos Todos Santos in the public plaza. Followed by Copal ceremony, music, and dance groups. For more information see their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FiestaDiaDeMuertos
November 1 | 6 pm, Theater Production for the 5th Día de Muertos Todos Santos at Teatro Márquez de León. For more information see their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FiestaDiaDeMuertos
November 1 | 8 pm, Blessing of the Altars for the 5th Día de Muertos Todos Santos in the public plaza. Followed by the adult Catrina contest, dance groups, and live music. For more information see their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FiestaDiaDeMuertos
November 2 | 4:30 pm, Pet Catrina Contest for the 5th Día de Muertos Todos Santos in the public plaza. Followed by dance groups. For more information see their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FiestaDiaDeMuertos
November 2 | Dia de Muertos Memorial Dinner at Hablando Mexicano
in Todos Santos. (RSVP). For more information visit: https://www.hablandomexicano.
com/
November 2 | 7:30 pm, Children’s Catrina Contest for the 5th Día de Muertos Todos Santos in the public plaza. Followed by the festival closure. For more information see their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FiestaDiaDeMuertos
November 10 | Journal del Pacifico Holiday 2023/24 issue deadline.
November 10 | 5 – 8 pm, Ali Lohrman’s 33rd Birthday Bash at Shaka’s at Cerritos. Live music by Karlos Paez from The B*Side Players.
November 10 | 5th BAJAMED Fishing and Filleting Clinic with Miguel Angel Guerrero at El Faro Beach Club in Todos Santos. As part of the festival, a fishing trip and a filleting
clinic-workshop with craft beer tasting will be held at the El Faro Beach Club. The day will end with a tasting of ceviches, craft beer, and the sale of oysters from the Punta Lobos Collective. The event at El Faro is open to the public, $400 MXN for the fillet demonstration,
and $600 MSN for the fillet workshop, the fishing trip is by invitation only. For more information call Guaycura Boutique Hotel 612-175-0800, or reservations@
guaycura.com. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com.mx/e/bajamed-5th-edition-todos-santos-bcs-mexico-tickets-708670541667?aff=oddtdtcreator
November 11 | 5 pm, 5th BAJAMED Cocina by Miguel Angel Guerrero at El Mirador in Todos Santos. A culinary celebration featuring mixology, Baja California and Italian
four-course wine pairing dinner, and live music. Limited seating. For more
information call Guaycura Boutique Hotel 612-175-0800, or reservations@
guaycura.com. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com.mx/e/bajamed-5th-edition-
todos-santos-bcs-mexico-tickets-708670541667?aff=oddtdtcreator
November 17 | 12 – 1 pm, Monthly Spoken Word at the Biblioteca Elena Poniatowska in Todos Santos. Featuring local writers and poets, TBA. They are always looking for books by local writers to add to their collection.
November 10 | Don Diablo Trail Race. 35k/50k Las Tablitas to El Sargento. For information: https://dondiablotrailrun.com/home/-
November 24 – 26 | 19th Festival de Cine Todos Santos “Homenaje a Mujeres de Cine” with films in Todos Santos, Los Cabos, and La Paz. Co-presented with Padrinos Children’s Foundation. Cineminuto co-presented with Cero Basura. All films in Todos Santos at Teatro Manuel Márquez de León; La Paz: Museo de Arte de la Paz, and Los
Cabos: Cerrito del Timbre. Tickets for films are $50 MXN, events $150 MXN,
students and children are free, available at Boletia.com and at the door. For more
information visit: todossantoscinefest.org, Facebook: FestivalCineTodosSantos,
Instagram: festivaldelcinedets.
November 24 | 19th Festival de Cine Todos Santos Opening Film Español “ABUELOS” at Teatro Manuel Márquez de León. Tickets are $50 MXN, students and children are free, available at Boletia.com and at the door. For more
information visit: todossantoscinefest.org, Facebook: FestivalCineTodosSantos,
Instagram: festivaldelcinedets.
November 24 | 19th Festival de Cine Todos Santos Opening Night Party. Fiesta Flamenca / Mariachi. Tickets are $150 MXN, students and children are free, available at Boletia.com and at the door. For more information visit: todossantoscinefest.org, Facebook: FestivalCineTodosSantos, Instagram: festivaldelcinedets
December 2023
December 1 – January 5, 2024 | KILÓMETRO DEL JUGUETE gathering of toys for agricultural communities. Leave toys and contributions at Hablando Mexicano in Todos Santos.
December 1 – 3 | Carrera Mar a Mar Trail race. Los Barriles to San Dioniso to Todos Santos. For more information: https://maramartrail.com/
December 8 | 12 – 1 pm, Monthly Spoken Word at the Biblioteca Elena Poniatowska in Todos Santos. Featuring local writers and poets, TBA. They are always looking for books by local writers to add to their collection.
December 8 | 4 – 7 pm, GASTROVINO23 GASTRO TOUR SOUTH. Explore culinary delights paired with award-winning wines as you tour the enchanting town of Todos Santos, then enjoy the After Party at the Sky Lounge of the iconic Guaycura Hotel starting at 7 pm. The tour includes participating restaurants within walking distance in the south
part of Todos Santos’ historical downtown, along with strategically placed food trucks serving distinctive and unique food. Advanced tickets available at www.gastrovino.mx, and Café La Perla in Todos Santos, La Fabrica by Café 1240 in La Paz, The Wine Market at
Plaza Pioneros in Cabo San Lucas, and Pez Gordo Gallery at Shoppes at Palmilla in San José del Cabo, and at the door the day of the events. For more information, visit: www.gastrovino.mx, Facebook: FestivalGastroVino, or Instagram: gastrovinobajafest.
December 9 | 4 – 7 pm, GASTROVINO23 GASTRO TOUR NORTH. Dive into the vibrant culinary scene of Todos Santos with more delectable offerings paired with the finest wines, then enjoy the After Party on the street in front of the magical Hotel Casa Tota starting at 7 pm. The tour includes participating restaurants within walking distance in the north part of Todos Santos’ historical downtown, along with strategically placed food trucks serving distinctive and unique food. Advanced tickets available at www.gastrovino.mx, and Café La Perla in Todos Santos, La Fabrica by Café 1240 in La Paz, The Wine Market at
Plaza Pioneros in Cabo San Lucas, and Pez Gordo Gallery at Shoppes at Palmilla in San José del Cabo, and at the door the day of the events. For more information, visit: www.gastrovino.mx, Facebook: FestivalGastroVino, or Instagram: gastrovinobajafest.
December 10 | 2 – 6 pm, GASTROVINO23 MAIN EVENT. Celebrate GASTROVINO’S 11th anniversary with an incredible lineup of Baja and Californian wines, top chefs, and special guests from Yountville, Napa Valley. This year it takes place at La Barca at Santa Terra in downtown Todos Santos. Advanced tickets available at www.gastrovino.mx, and Café La Perla in Todos Santos, La Fabrica by Café 1240 in La Paz, The Wine Market at Plaza Pioneros in Cabo San Lucas, and Pez Gordo Gallery at Shoppes at Palmilla in San José del Cabo, and at the door the day of the events. For more information, visit: www.gastrovino.mx, Facebook: FestivalGastroVino, or Instagram: gastrovinobajafest.
December 15 | Padrinos Children’s Foundation Mexican Dinner at Hablando Mexicano in Todos Santos. (RSVP). For more information visit: https://www.hablandomexicano.com/
January 2023
January 12 | 12 – 1 pm, Monthly Spoken Word at the Biblioteca Elena Poniatowska in Todos Santos. Featuring local writers and poets, TBA. They are always looking for books by local writers to add to their collection.
February 2023
February 4 – 10 | Todos Santos Writers Workshop, 11th annual creative writing retreat on a private estate offering classes in poetry with Christopher Merrill, fiction with Michelle Wildgen, memoir with Karen Karbo and Jeanne McCulloch, storytelling strategies with
Rex Weiner. Special rates for full- and part-time locals. For more information at www.todosssantoswritersworkshop.com
February 6 | 6 – 8 pm, Author reading and book signing by Michelle Wildgen at Santa Terra/Vino Park. She will be reading from and signing her book, Wine People (Zibby Books). Presented by Santa Terra and Todos Santos Writers Workshop. Free to everyone.
February 9, 10 & 11 | 10 am – 4 pm, 13th Annual Todos Santos Open Studio Tour. The Todos Santos Open Studio Tour is a two-day event where visitors get a unique opportunity to explore the creative process of talented artists in their studios, and purchase their magnificent artwork. The event features a diverse range of artists, including painters, sculptors, photographers, muralists, air painters, jewelers, print makers, collage artists, potters, and wood turners. With such a broad spectrum of artists, the tour promises to be a captivating and exciting experience for everyone. If you are interested in participating
in the 2024 event. Please email: ts.studiotour@gmail.com
February 16 | 12 – 1 pm, Monthly Spoken Word at the Biblioteca Elena Poniatowska in Todos Santos. Featuring local writers and poets, TBA. They are always looking for books by local writers to add to their collection.
February 17 – 25 | 13th “Writing Down the Baja” retreat in Todos Santos Join award-winning author Ellen Waterston for a generative week of writing that explores the intersection of internal and external landscapes in poetry and prose. This year featuring a renowned memoirist and poet as a guest presenter. For more information visit: https://www.writingranch.com/todos-santos-writing-retreat
February 22 | Beer, Brats, and Bocche. An event for The Palapa Society of Todos Santos. Details to be announced. See their website for updated information and tickets. https://palapasociety.org
March 2023
March 3 | Todos Santos Historic Home Tour. An event for The Palapa Society of Todos Santos. Details to be announced. See their website for more information. https://palapasociety.org
March 15 | 12 – 1 pm, Monthly Spoken Word at the Biblioteca Elena Poniatowska in Todos Santos. Featuring local writers and poets, TBA. They are always looking for books by local writers to add to their collection.
March 21 | Palapa Society Fundraiser at Siempre Viva in Pescadero. Details to be announced. See their website for updated information and tickets. https://palapasociety.org
April 2023
April 13 | 5 – 8 pm, The Palapa Society’s Annual Donor Appreciation Dinner. The Palapa Society’s Annual Donor Appreciation Party is a special occasion dedicated to celebrating their accomplishments and expressing gratitude to their valued family of donors. An evening of fun, food, and drinks.
April 19 | 12 – 1 pm, Monthly Spoken Word at the Biblioteca Elena Poniatowska in Todos Santos. Featuring local writers and poets, TBA. They are always looking for books by local writers to add to their collection.
May 2023
May 17 | 12 – 1 pm, Monthly Spoken Word at the Biblioteca Elena Poniatowska in Todos Santos. Featuring local writers and poets, TBA. They are always looking for books by local writers to add to their collection.
June 2023
June 21 | 12 – 1 pm, Monthly Spoken Word at the Biblioteca Elena Poniatowska in Todos Santos. Featuring local writers and poets, TBA. They are always looking for books by local writers to add to their collection.