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During the entire month of October, the state of Coahuila is host to this magnificent cultural event that brings together more than 2,000 artists of every discipline, arriving from all parts of the country and the world. The festival, organized by the Coahuila Institute of Culture (ICOCULT), presents artistic expressions like dance, theater, movies, literature, painting and poetry, among others.
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More information at the ICOCULT:
(844) 410 2033 and 414 2747
http://contraloriasfcoahuila.gob.mx/icocult/principal.asp
www.coahuila.gob.mx
www.saltillomexico.org
info@saltillomexico.org
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Beginning ten years ago, this event has gained great cultural prestige on a national level. It brings together the most renowned antique dealers in the country, who exhibit fine works of art as testimonies to history. The show takes place in Saltillo at the end of September.
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More information: (844) 410 2314
www.muestraantiguedades.com
www.saltillomexico.org
info@saltillomexico.org
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This exciting event began in 2001 with the participation of the President of Mexico, Vincente Fox, the governors of Coahuila, Tamaulipas and Nuevo Leon, and thousands of other prestigious riders. They ride 49 kilometers (30.5 miles) through different municipalities of these three states to preserve ancient traditions that make up Northeastern Mexico. Beginning in Hidalgo, Coahuila, it goes through Colombia, Nuevo León and culminates in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas.
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More information: www.coahuila.gob.mx
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Passing through the cities surrounding Torreón, Gómez Palacio and Lerdo, this international scale, athletic event will take place Sunday, March 6, 2005. This contest, endorsed by the New York marathon, reaches an altitude of 1,123 m ASL (3,684 ft. ASL) and has temperatures between 5 and 20°C (41°F - 68°F). This year, the event will serve as a qualifier for the 2005 Marathon World Cup in Helsinki. .
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More information: www.maratonlala.org
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This race takes place every year on the second Sunday of June. Running through the main streets of Saltillo and averaging 4,000 in number, runners from more than 20 countries all over the world participate. It is considered the best marathon in Mexico.
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More information: www.21kcoahuila.org.mx
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This spectacular exhibition, organized by the Classic Auto Association of Saltillo, showcases different vintage vehicles. All cars participating in the event are from 1973 and earlier. The event takes place during the first days of July.
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More information: (844) 415 8585 and 439 1288
www.autosclasicossaltillo.com
www.saltillomexico.org
info@saltillomexico.org
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For the fourth consecutive year, this March 17-20, 2005, more that 500 motorcyclists will arrive in Saltillo from different parts of the country and the United States to ride and show their spectacular vehicles through the streets of the city.
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More information: Motorcycling Association of Mexico
www.amoden.com
www.saltillo.org
info@saltillomexico.org
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This event is organized by the Coyotes Club of Saltillo and regulated by the Mexican Association of Motorcycling. Riders of all levels, from youth to expert, compete every two months. In total, there are five races per year that take place on different tracks in the state.
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More information:
Mexican Federation of Motorcycling A. C.
www.fmm.org.mx
Motorcycling Association of Mexico
www.4amm.com
Motocross Saltillo
http://saltillomx.20m.com
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The excitement of horseracing, better known here as Futurity, displays riders’ abilities upon mounting and racing these swift animals around the track of the impressive Hipódromo Cañada Park located in Ramos Arizpe.
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More information:
www.cuartodemilla.com.mx
www.saltillomexico.org
info@saltillomexico.org
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From May 4 - 7, the Laguna Region will be the setting of the largest and most inclusive golf tournament of the country. Six hundred amateur golfers from Mexico, the United States and Canada will simultaneously compete on the Campestre Torreón, Los Azulejos, Montebello and Campestre de Gómez Palacio golf courses.
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More information:
Destination Laguna
(871) 721 8585
www.lagunaopen.com
golf@lagunaopen.com
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Cultural exchange between the cities of Del Río, Texas and Ciudad Acuña in which the International Parade, “Taste of the Town” and various sporting events stand out. It culminates with a hug between the governors of these two frontier states.
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More information:
www.turismoacuna.com
comiteturistico@prodigy.net.mx
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Since 1995, the year in which this city was declared the birthplace of the Nachos, a large celebration takes place here accompanied by music, contests and food. The Miss Tourism contest is a highlight, as well as the largest nacho in the world, whose record is registered in the Guinness Book of World Records.
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More information:
www.proturac.com
proturac@prodigy.net.mx
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The Scenic Art Association offers Mexico’s young performers and stage creators three weeks of intensive study. During this time, a wide range of high quality opera events, which culminate with the renowned “Gala de Ópera,” are presented.
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More information:
(844) 417 4678
artescenicaac@hotmail.com
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The first vineyard of Latin America was located in Parras on the San Lorenzo Hacienda. Here, in one day, the ceremonious stomping of the grapes takes place. The day before, this event is celebrated with dancing and firework displays
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More information:
www.parrascoahuila.com.mx
proturparras@hotmail.com
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The city of Parras is characterized by the production of caramel, walnut, preserves and fruit liquors, among other exquisite sweets. For this festival, candy makers are brought together to make the biggest walnut candy in the world. This event is registered in the Guinness Book of World Records.
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More information:
www.parrascoahuila.com.mx
proturparras@hotmail.com
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