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Riviera Nayarit Mountain Bike Race in Punta de Mita
Riviera Nayarit CVB

The Jalisco Mountain Bike Sports League and Club Velo Bike — with the support of the Riviera Nayarit CVB's Groups and Events Department — invite riders to the 2nd Annual Riviera Nayarit Mountain Bike Race in Punta de Mita on Saturday, May 30th.

6th Annual Riviera Nayarit Wind Festival in Bucerías
Marie Callan

Kitesurfers from all over Mexico are ready to hit the beaches of Riviera Nayarit as they prepare for three days of spectacular kitesurfing during the 2015 Festival del Viento (Wind Festival), scheduled to be held May 22-24th in Bucerias, Mexico.

USA Wins 2015 ISA World SUP & Paddleboard Championship
Surfer Today

Team USA has conquered the 2015 ISA World StandUp Paddle and Paddleboard Championship, at Sayulita Beach, Riviera Nayarit, Mexico. The Americans secured six gold medals in the Surfing, SUP Distance, SUP Technical and Prone Technical divisions. Team Mexico came in at #6.

XXVI Vallarta International Sports Classic, May 15-17
Veronica Alarcon Franco

Every May, hot and heavy sporting events fire up competitive spirits at the Puerto Vallarta International Sports Classic. Offering a weekend full of fun for all ages, this year's Sports Classic will take place from May 15-17th at various sports venues around the city.

Sayulita Hosts ISA World SUP & Paddleboard Championship
Jorge Jiménez

From May 10-17, 2015, Sayulita, the Riviera Nayarit's Surf Capital, will play host to the most important competition in the world of Stand Up Paddle and Paddleboard - the International Surfing Association's 4th Annual World SUP & Paddleboard Championship.

Mexico's Victor Espinoza 'Near Kentucky Derby Royalty'
Chris Tognotti

Well, the 2015 Kentucky Derby is in the books. And as it turns out, the winning jockey in the 141st iteration of the big race is the same guy who took home top honors in the 140th — Mexico's Victor Espinoza, jockey for Kentucky Derby winner American Pharoah.

El Cardonal Reflects Tiger Woods' Course Design Skills
Dallas News

Over the last several years, Tiger Woods' once unstoppable golf career has often been in the rough, both on and off the course. But his first course design effort, El Cardonal at Diamante in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, is a solid initial effort.

Jarretaderas Surf Fishing Tournament to be Held May 3
Jorge Jiménez

The 4th Jarretaderas Fishing Tournament will take place on May 3, 2015, from 8:30 am to 3 pm. The event was designed not only to search for the largest catch, but also to bring families together and promote surf fishing in the Banderas Bay area.

Mexico to Televise the Fight of the Century for Free
Sean Wagner-McGough

If you don't want to pay $100 USD for the Mayweather vs. Pacquiao fight, you might want to head south of the border, because the entire country of Mexico is getting the fight for FREE! Televisa and Azteca have agreed to air the fight, so if you have a TV, you're good to go.

1st Riviera Nayarit Children's Fishing Tournament
Jorge Jiménez

On April 26, Marina Nuevo Vallarta will host the 1st Annual Riviera Nayarit Children's Fishing Tournament, a fun and free event for kids ages 2-12. Participants will receive an event T-shirt, fishing equipment, toys, and prizes for every child that registers a catch.

'Day To Night' Golf Tournament, Auction & Casino Night
Eduardo Garcia

The American School of Puerto Vallarta has just announced 'Day to Night,' a golf tournament, auction and casino night fundraising event, to benefit the school's 'Leer y Crecer' community service project. The event will take place on Saturday, April 18 at Flamingos Golf Course.

Win a Trip to ISA World SUP Championship in Mexico
Liliana Lara Guzmán

Head over to the Riviera Nayarit's Facebook page from April 15-30, 2015 and enter to win an all-expenses paid trip in Sayulita, including airfare and all-inclusive accommodations for 5 days and 4 nights from May 14-17, during the ISA World SUP & Paddleboard Championship.

Punta Mita Gourmet & Golf Special Guest: Lorena Ochoa
Live Punta Mita

The V Punta Mita Gourmet & Golf Classic, scheduled to be held April 30th-May 3rd, is thrilled to announce the return of LPGA legend and former top female golfer in the world, Mexico's own Lorena Ochoa, who will be an honored guest at the event.

NFL Exploring Mexico & Other Markets to Host Games
James Brady

The NFL is continuing its efforts to expand nationally with a look at Mexico, Germany and other countries as potential hosts of NFL games. The league could be considering NFL games in those markets, similar to the International Series that already takes place in London, in the future.

Mexico Launches New App for U.S. Anglers and Boaters
Ed Zieralski

Mexico is looking to simplify its permitting and visa requirements for U.S. fishermen and boaters and on Friday launched an App for all to use before venturing south. The App, available now for Android platforms and soon on iOS, connects anglers and boaters to Mexico's CONAPESCA.

VYC Hosts 2015 WesMex International Small Boat Regatta
Ibis de Teresa

Vallarta Yacht Club is preparing to host a particular event commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Signature Regatta WesMex. Scheduled to take place March 19-22 in Nuevo Vallarta, this event typically attracts the best sailors from all over Mexico and other countries.

IV International Beach Polo Cup in Riviera Nayarit
Jorge Jiménez

As part of the national circuit of the Mexico Polo Tour presented by Tucané, the IV International Beach Polo Cup in the Riviera Nayarit returns to the Mexican Pacific March 13-15. This year, teams from Italy, Argentina, Canada, U.S. and Mexico will seek the crown in this Sport of Kings.

Pack Puts on Softball Clinic for Vallarta Children
Katie Rihn

Scenic ocean views and palm trees in late-February provided a pristine backdrop for the Nevada softball's team trip to Mexico for the Puerto Vallarta College Challenge last month. But the most fulfilling part of the trip for the student-athletes happened off the diamond.

WRC: Ogier Claims Third Straight Win at Rally Mexico
Luke Smith

Defending champion Sebastien Ogier continued his perfect start to the 2015 World Rally Championship season by winning the Rally Mexico for Volkswagen. Entering the 3rd round of the season, Ogier finished over 1 minute clear of 2nd-placed Mads Ostberg after the final stage.

V American Express Punta Mita Gourmet & Golf Classic
Riviera Nayarit CVB

The Punta Mita Gourmet and Golf Classic, an annual celebration of world-class food, wine, and golf, returns to Riviera Nayarit April 30 - May 3. This event allows you to experience the best of local and international food and wine and the opportunity to play Jack Nicklaus' world class courses.


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