- The Riviera Nayarit CVB supports
athletic competitions, culinary events, congresses, and cultural activities as
part of its promotional work.
May
is here and it’s one of the most pleasant months of the year to be in the
Riviera Nayarit. There is a fabulous variety of events and celebrations in the
destination to keep rolling with the good times that started with the New Year
and have continued on through the recent Holy Week and Easter vacation period.
This
month the Riviera Nayarit is preparing to welcome one of its signature sporting
events, the 10th Festival del Viento (Wind Festival), along with
culinary activities such as Restaurant Week and another eight events for visitors,
residents, and locals. Each one puts a different aspect of the destination on
display and will no doubt enrich your travel experience.
1st Culture and Tourism
Symposium 2019 (May 2-3)
This
event is organized by the Tecnológico Nacional de México Bahía de Bandera
Campus by initiative of the fourth semester group and a group of docents along
with the collaboration of the San Vicente Cultural Group. There will be an open
forum for middle and high school students, academics, culture drivers, and the
general public.
J70 Mexico National Championship (May
2-4)
This
sailing competition will take place from May 2nd through the 4th
at Nuevo Vallarta’s Vallarta Yacht Club with more than 25 participating boats.
The 23-foot J70 is currently the most popular and best-selling sport craft in
the world. Competition boats will have a crew of 4 to 5 sailors that have
proven themselves in continental and world trials. The boats were built to
withstand the weather conditions in Banderas Bay especially during April and
May, the windiest time of the year.
Patron Saint Feasts of the Holy Cross
(May 3)
The
town of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle hosts this traditional religious festivity,
which begins one week before May 3rd, the Day of the Holy Cross,
when the entire township comes together to celebrate. A party is held at the
community plaza, the fishermen engage in a maritime pilgrimage, and the
processions are accompanied by dancing and Banda
music. You won’t want to miss out!
International Altruism Festival (May 5)
This
festival has been held for many years to support the different associations
that benefit the people of the Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta. This year
it will be hosted at the Marriott Puerto Vallarta with music, food, and a
spirit of solidarity.
5th Children’s Fishing
Tournament (May 5)
The
Bahía de Banderas Fishing Club and the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors
Bureau (CVB) via its Groups and Events desk extends an invitation to the 5th
Children’s Fishing Tournament in honor of Children’s Day. This recreational
sporting event welcomes families and teaches fishing techniques in a fun,
relaxed ambiance. The date is set for Sunday, May 5th starting at 8
a.m. at the Marina Riviera Nayarit in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. This event is
free. Category from 3 to 12 years of age. Every participant must be accompanied
by an adult. For more information call (322) 225-5467.
Festival del Viento (Wind Festival) (May
17 – 19)
Competitors
from around the globe gather together for an activity-filled weekend during one
of the destination’s top festivals. The winds are favorable for this freestyle
and slalom regatta, an event that promotes windsurfing and takes full advantage
of the Riviera Nayarit’s idyllic beaches. Ticket prices vary according to
category and purchase date.
Restaurant Week (May 15-31)
This
restaurant celebration goes on for two whole weeks in the Riviera Nayarit and
Puerto Vallarta, during which local eateries offer three-course prix fixe
menus. Organized by Vallarta Lifestyles Media Group with the support of the
Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Puerto Vallarta Tourism
Trust, Restaurant Week belongs to the group of top culinary events in the
region.
Riviera Nayarit Mountain Bike (May 25)
The
top draws of the Riviera Nayarit MTB Race include a gorgeous destination and a
demanding route with plenty of single-track trails. This is the fourth edition
of the race that takes place in the Litibú Master Planned Development on
Saturday, May 25, 2019. It’s a fantastic option for mountain bike lovers.
Surf Fishing Tournament 2019 (May 25
– 26)
The
Surf Fishing Tournament will be held on May 25-26, 2019 in Sayulita Pueblo
Mágico. This family tournament is organized by the Nayarit Surf Fishing Club
and has the support of the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau.
14th Motofiesta Guayabitos
(May 31– June 2)
Everything
is ready for the fourteenth edition of the Motofiesta Guayabitos 2019 from May
31st through June 2nd. Hundreds of motorcyclists and
thousands of attendees will come together in Rincón de Guayabitos to enjoy this
event and its flashy main street parade, concerts, and contests.
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The Riviera Nayarit Convention and
Visitors Bureau (CVB) and the Bahía de Banderas Hotel and Motel Association
(AHMBB) support these events because they generate visitors and major exposure
thanks to the media coverage they receive. Their work is backed by the
Government of the State of Nayarit via its Tourism Promotional Trust
(Fiprotur).
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