Daylight Saving Time Begins
First Sunday of April
In Mexico, Daylight Saving Time (called el horario de verano) is observed from the first Sunday of April until the last Sunday in October. Clocks are set forward one hour at 2 am on the first Sunday in April.
Read more: Daylight Saving Time in Mexico
Holy Week - Semana Santa
Nationwide, March 29 to April 4
This year Easter falls on April 4th. Festivities take place during the week leading up to Easter, but many people have the following week off as well, stretching it out to a two-week holiday. Religious processions and passion plays re-enacting Jesus' crucifixion are commonly held, but for many Mexicans this is a favorite time to hit the beach. It's high season for travel, so if you plan to be in Mexico during Holy Week, make hotel reservations well in advance.
Read more: Holy Week and Easter in Mexico
Ollin Kan World Music Festival
Mexico City, April 13 to May 10
This international festival of cultures in resistence will feature a total of 110 groups of different regions and countries from around the world. Free concerts will be held in several locations, mainly in the Delegación Tlalpan in Mexico City.
Official Web Site: Festival Ollin Kan
Feria Nacional de San Marcos
Aguascalientes, April 18 to May 10
This international fair attracts folks of all ages to enjoy bull-fights, concerts, rodeos, art displays, music, dance and other cultural events; and to gamble at the fair's temporary casino.
Official Web Site: Feria de San Marcos
Rosarito - Ensenada Fun Ride
Rosarito to Ensenada, Baja California, April 18
Over 7,500 cyclists participate in this scenic 50-mile ride along the Free Road that starts in downtown Rosarito Beach and finishes in Ensenada with a fiesta from noon-sunset at Plaza Ventana al Mar on the waterfront.
Official Web Site: Rosarito Ensenada Fun Ride
Festival Cultural de San Luis Potosi
San Luis Potosí, April 23 to May 2
Official Web Site: Festival San Luis
Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race
Newport Beach, California to Ensenada, Mexico, April 24 to 26
This colorful race has earned the title of the world's largest international yacht race. With more than 20 classes, the race includes a variety of sea-going boats ranging from top ultra-light and maxi-yachts to the non-spinnaker classes. The racing teams compete for the coveted First-to-Finish Honors, the President of the United States Trophy, and the President of Mexico Trophy among many other awards.
Official Web Site: Newport Ocean Sailing Association
Children's Day
Nationwide, April 30th
In Mexico, everyone has their day and children are celebrated every year on April 30th with parties and events throughout the country.
Humanitas, Fiestas de Mayo - May Festival
Oaxaca, Oaxaca, April 30 to May 13
A cultural festival that includes art exhibits, concerts, plays and film screenings.
Web Site: Humanitas
Oaxaca City Guide
