Mexico has celebrated the anniversary of its constitution on February 5th every year traditionally but  current Mexican labor law, effective 2006, has established that the Mexican Constitution be honored as an official holiday on the first Monday of February, regardless of the actual date.  It is one of Mexico’s Fiestas Patrias or Patriotic Holidays.  So this year the celebration of Constitution Day is February.  Most everything will be closed for this celebration with the exception of restaurants, activities, and retail.

Mexico has had several constitutions throughout their history since its independence from Spain in 1810.  They are the Constitution of 1824, the Constitution of 1857 and the Constitution of 1917, which is currently in effect.  This constitution was drafted during the Mexican Revolution (1910-1921) and officially adopted as the Mexican Constitution on February 5th, 1917.

Article 1 deals with the rights of the individual to personal freedom and forbids the practices of slavery and personal discrimination.

Article 2 establishes Mexico as a unique and indivisible nation and enforces the preservation of its multicultural heritage.

Article 3 establishes the right of equal and unbiased education for all.

The balance of the articles of the Mexican Constitution figure the establishment of equality for all under the laws of the land; freedom of expression, speech and the press; the right of citizens to petition in a peaceful manner and exercise freedom of assembly;   freedom of religion, the prohibition of monopolies; the protection of the rights of workers; the separation of church and state.

Constitution Day in Mexico is celebrated with parades, festivals, and families getting together. Mexican pride is felt throughout the entire country, and often the president addresses the country on national television.   February 5th is the day that the constitution was signed, and to celebrate, the sale of liquor is stopped from February 2nd until the midnight on the 5th

If you are in Cabo for this holiday enjoy the festivities!

Every Tuesday and Saturday:  9:00-1:00 Liga Mac used book store and donation center is open.
San Jose Del Cabo.  044-624-177-8507   www.ligamac.com

Every Wednesday  8:00 PM
Free movies from independent studios for teenagers and adults at the City Theater in San Jose del Cabo.

Every Wednesday:  8:00-11:00 AM
Organic market at the Pedregal.  Located at the back entrance to The Pedregal just before the Colegio El Camino School.  044-624-113-8376

Every Thursday 5:00-9:00 PM
Art Walk Night in San Jose’s Historic Art District.  Wine, munchies, and live entertainment.  Along Obregon St. behind the church.

Every Friday  9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Farmers Market Palmilla Shoppes

Every Friday 6:00-9:00 PM
Art Fest, downtown Cabo San Lucas.  Artists are exhibiting their art in the little Plaza by the church in downtown Cabo.  Also music, fire twirling, drum playing, clowns, acrobats, dances and etc.  Businesses in the area offer special discounts and events.

Every Saturday  8:00 AM to Noon
Organic market in the Pedretal

Every Saturday  10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
San Jose Organic Market at Huerta Maria on  the Los Animas road across from the Jockey Club.

Every Saturday  10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Golden Cactus Gallery in downtown Cabo San Lucas will feature a different live artist who will talk about his/her paintings, sculptures, poetry, music, singing, photography, performances, writings, or dancing.  On Hidalgo corner with Zapata street.  www.goldencactusgallery.com

Every Sunday  11:00 AM
Movie Club.  Lumiere, Childrens classic movies at the marine museum in San Jose del Cabo

Every Sunday  9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Flea Market in the same place as the Organic Market across from the Jockey Club

Every Sunday 7:00-11:00 AM
Bicycle, walk, skate or drag your pet around downtown Cabo.  The main drag in Cabo San Lucas closes to vehicle traffic.  Great opportunity to exercise and mingle with local families.  Each week a different activity such as spinning, aerobics, or Zumba lessons.   clubcactusbike@tmail.com

December 3, 2011
Todos Santos Home and Garden Tour.  Take an inside look at some of the most special private homes and gardens in the Las Tunas area.  Contact: Juan at jhsegovia@gmail.com or phone 612-127-0631.

December 3, 2011
9:00-10:30 AM  Baja Dogs, La Paz Refuge Tour.  Contact cindycrane2000@yahoo.ca to register or for more information.

December 10, 2011
Humane Society’s 6th Annual Dressed to the K9’s
Villa Marcela on the Pacific side of the Pedregal
For info contact: www.loscaboshumanesociety.com

December 16,17 and January 20,21, February 24,25, March 9,10
Then Then There Was Nun
Comedy-Who-Dun-It with a cast of Hollywood Movie icons played by local talent.  At Teatro Luna Azul, Todos Santos.  Tickets at Tecolote Bookstore
Info : http://TSBMP.blogspot.com
Contact: bluemooninbaja@yahoo.com

12 – Todos Santos Fair and Festivals

Event held in Todos Santos. October 12 is the date of the festival of Nuestra Señora del Pilar, the patron saint of Todos Santos. This date is celebrated as the founding of the town of Todos Santos. There are usually activities, including a fair and live music in the plaza, most of the week of the 12th. There is dancing to live music in the evenings on the zocalo. And lots of food and drink.

12 – Dia de la Raza

This day also celebrates Columbus’ arrival to the Americas, and the historical origins of the Mexican mestizo race which blended the Spanish and the indigenous.

October 14-16    Los Cabos Bisbee Fishing Tournament

http://www.bisbees.com/

18 – Fiesta de Cabo San Lucas, is a festival which celebrates the patron saint of Cabo San Lucas. Every October 18th, streets are closed off downtown for a parade. The festival features dancing, music and food vendors.

October 18-22   Bisbee Black and Blue Fishing Tournament   http://www.bisbees.com

October 22         13th Annual Pimp N’Ho Costume Ball at the Passion Club

http://www.pimpnhomexico.com/

April 16, 2011  Evening with Jazz Guitarist Peter Sprague and Friends

If you are going to be in  Cabo on April 16, don’t miss this benefit for the Los Cabos Humane Society to be held at the Flora Farm Herb Garden. 

Tickets:  $150.00

For information contact Janet at 624-141-6728

Cabo Adventures has done it again by offering a new, unique tour for our visitors in Los Cabos.  Starting January 1, Cabo Adventures is offering their Outback and Camel Safari!  This new tour is a memorable eco-adventure offered to small groups.  Off-road Unimog trucks take participants into the heart of the Baja outback on a trip of wonder and discovery.  Enjoy spectacular views, delicious food and an exciting camel ride in Rancho San Cristobal with knowledgeable, experienced guides.
Once at your destination, the experienced guides will take you through untouched desert vegetation amongst indigenous flora and fauna for a special eco experience.  Taking a short drive down an arroyo to a beautiful pristine Pacific Beach  you will be in for an exciting camel ride.  The gentle beasts will carry you on a fun and unique caravan across the white sands of the beach.  Keep your eyes open for whales during the winter months.

Next you are off to a local ranch where you will be served traditional Mexican food of hand made tortillas, beans and salsas.  After this delicious meal it will be time to head back to Cabo where you will enjoy fabulous views and excellent photo opportunities of the Baja desert.  Plan to enjoy endless stretches of virgin coastline while relaxing and sampling some local Tequila.
This tour is 4 ½ hours long at the price of $99.00 USD for adults and $70.00 USD for children.  Minimum age is 6.  This tour begins at the Cabo Adventures location in Cabo San Lucas.  Cabo Adventures provides transportation after the tour back to wherever you are staying while in Cabo. 

 The Outback & Camel Safari runs daily.
Contact us at 1-888-332-8477 to book this unique Baja experience.