Acapulco Events

The Abierto Mexicano Telcel tennis tournament, held in late February or March, draws players from around the world. It takes place at the Hotel Princess Mundo Imperial.

The year's greatest influx of visitors is during Holy Week and the week after, marked by several religious observances. Many local businesses close, and the city becomes so crowded that some people sleep on the beach. If you're planning your trip during this time, make reservations far in advance.

For music lovers, the Festival Acapulco (Acafest) in April draws participants from many countries. The offerings include everything from top-of-the-charts pop to traditional boleros, and are performed by orchestras, bands, trios and individual artists. Concerts are given at the Acapulco International Center, the Plaza de Toros bullring and at beaches, hotels and other open-air spots around the city.

The Virgin of Guadalupe is the focus of a nationwide pilgrimage on Dec. 12 to the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City. In Acapulco this major religious observance is celebrated with street dances. Acapulco closes out the year with a huge party on New Year's Eve (Fiesta de Fin de Año), highlighted by fireworks exploding over Acapulco Bay.