April 2018 Events in Sonora, Mexico

The first week of April 2018 marks the end of the Easter vacations in Sonora. The days around the 6th of April are celebrated in Caborca as the Fiestas 6 de Abril, which commemorate the town’s defense against a group of American “filibusteros” who tried to annex the municipality in 1857.

Other April events include a book bazaar, dance exhibit and an indigenous Seri festival, and the last day of the month is the traditional Day of the Children (Día de los Niños), when it truly is good to be a child in Sonora.

2 – 9

Semana de Pascua – Easter Week

While the major celebrations for Easter occur during Semana Santa, the week before Easter, many also observe the week after Easter by taking a Spring vacation as well.

3 – 8

Festival to Commemorate the Heroic Deeds of the 6th of April

Festival Conmemorativo de la Gesta Heróica del 6 de abril

Sponsored by the Municipal Government (Ayuntamiento) of Caborca and the Dirección de Acción Cívica y Cultural of Caborca.

This is the biggest annual event in Caborca, to celebrate the victory of the citizens of Caborca and the Mexican Army over a group of “filibusteros” from California who attempted to annex the town in 1857. Events include a parade, art exhibits, sporting events, concerts and other activities. More information.

20 – 29

International Dance Exhibit: One Desert for Dance

La Muestra Internacional Un Desierto para la Danza

Hermosillo
City Theater, Casa de la Cultura
An annual event since 1993 that is a platform for the creation, diffusion and education of contemporary dance. More information.

22 – 23 

Rocky Point Jazz Festival – 5th International Jazz Day
Malecon Fundadores
Puerto Penasco
More information.

23 – 27

Bazar de Libros – Book Bazaar

Guaymas
Casa de la Cultura
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Buy, sell and trade new and used books at this annual event held in the Guaymas Casa de la Cultura.

27 – 29

FestVital Xepe an Cöicoos y las músicas del mundo

Hermosillo
A festival that seeks the positive transformation of the Comcáac Nation (Ethnic Seri), organized by the Rock band Seri Hamac Caziim (divine fire) and carried out with the collaboration of artists, academics and volunteers from all over Mexico and abroad. This will be the fifth year of the festival, the following topics will be addressed: Identity, Memory and Community Cohesion. The Xepe an Côicoos is a great opportunity to meet and share with the great Comcáac Nation in aspects of historic, symbolic and ritual significance. More information.

30

Día de los Niños – Children’s Day

Nationwide, April 30th
This very special day is just for the children, celebrated throughout Mexico with parties and other special events.