The most important musical event on the Oaxacan coast is near: the Mazunte International Jazz Festival 2019, which in its 14th edition, will be held on November 15, 16 and 17.
For 13 years, Mazunte has dressed up in colors and flavors to host this totally free jazz festival, which has become a fashion event for hundreds of tourists, both national and foreign, who enjoy the perfect combination of jazz music, beach and an environment full of nature.
– Perfect harmony between music and nature –
The event is held within the framework of the National Conservation Week, so in addition to three days full of jazz music, the festival will feature activities such as gastronomic shows, handicraft exhibitions, painting, as well as dance and yoga exhibitions.
In its last edition, the 2018 jazz festival hosted artists such as Billy Martin, Cuarteto, Magos Herrera, Cienfuegos and Los amigos invisibles, who filled the audience with their jazz rhythms fused with trova, reggae, blues and rock. This year, the arrival of great national and foreign artists is expected, so you can not miss it
In addition to music, enjoy the activities offered by Mazunte
Mazunte, Oaxaca is one of the most beautiful beaches in Mexico, as well as being a more ecological and sustainable destination. So we leave you four activities to take advantage of your visit and enjoy the different attractions that this magical place has for you.
- See a magical sunset at Punta Cometa
Punta Cometa is located on a half moon shaped cliff and is one of the places where the best sunsets are contemplated. So if you go to the jazz festival, Punta Cometa is a must stop. And by the way, you can swim in its beach “Mermejita”; perfect for walking and breathe tranquility; You will be amazed with the beautiful landscape.
- Be part of the turtles releasing
Mazunte is a place dedicated to the conservation of the turtle, every year, hundreds of turtles come to spawn. So if you want to be part of this magical experience, visit the Centro Mexicano de la Tortuga, which has various activities to help the release of turtles. In addition, it has a turtle shelter that houses 3 of the 8 species of sea turtles, 9 freshwater turtles and 2 tortoises.
- Do ecotourism activities
If you are one of those who enjoy activities in favor of the environment and nature, you should visit “La Ventanilla”, a place where you can marvel at nature. Daily, it offers boat rides to contemplate the mangroves, as well as the species that lodge the place like crocodiles, birds and iguanas.
- Walk on the beaches of Oaxaca
Oaxaca is one of the states that has the most beautiful beaches in Mexico, so if you still have time, you can take the opportunity to visit Zipolite beach and take off your swimsuit, since it is a 100% nudist beach. Or, if you prefer, you can surf or take a walk on the beach in Bahías de Huatulco or Puerto Escondido.
Whatever your plan is, there is always something to do in Mazunte, Oaxaca.
So get ready to attend the best jazz festival in Mazunte and enjoy a few days of sun, beach and jazz concerts. For your lodging, Mazunte has several boutique hotels, as well as a wide range of hotels in Oaxaca, but without a doubt, ZOA Hotel is the perfect option to make your stay unique and exclusive.
Do not miss the Mazunte International Jazz Festival … and something else!