Calendar of Events

Date/Event

May
The Acapulco Music Festival

Held annually in May at the Convention Centre. It is a huge event lasting a week and featuring dozens of famous Latin artists.

First or Second Friday of May
Acapulco Philharmonic Orchestra

Sundays from November – March
Bullfights

May
Mexican Open Tennis Tournament
A clay court tennis tournament held annually at the Fairmont Princess Hotel, Players from all over the world compete in the tournament.  There are also snacks, drinks, meals and merchandise.

December
The Acapulco Fair
Held at the Convention Centre during Christmas Holidays. There are many rides for children and adults

December
The World UFO Congress
Since Mexico has been the prime sighting grounds for UFOs over the years; Acapulco was the chosen landing grounds for the annual Congreso Mundial OVNI.

Everyday at 1:00 pm
La Quebrada Cliff Divers
Young men dive from the cliffs, timing their jump to coincide with the incoming waves that cushion their impact and protect them. From landing in the shallows.