Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico - Gather up your friends and family and head on out to Arena Vallarta from May 30th through June 1st for three days of Mexican culture and tradition at the 5th Annual Gala de Mariachis y Torneo Nacional Charro. If you like Mariachi music and Mexican rodeos, this exciting weekend is not to be missed!

As in years past, the 2014 Gala de Mariachis y Torneo Nacional Charro will bring together two of Mexico's most beloved traditions while simultaneously supporting two very worthwhile causes - the Vallarta South Rotary Club's eye surgeries for needy children program and the Mexican Red Cross.

By linking these two very special national activities with another very Mexican tradition - social solidarity - event sponsors hope to motivate charreada and music fans to lend a helping hand to the less fortunate members of our community.

According to organizers, a portion of the funds raised from ticket sales will be donated to Puerto Vallarta South Rotary Club and Cruz Roja Mexicana altruistic programs. "We know that there is much need in the country, but the important thing is to be able to contribute our 'grain of sand' in this region because there are many families and children here who need our support."

An opening ceremony and music by Mariachi Real de America will kick off the weekend on Friday, May 30 starting at 3:30 pm. Following the inauguration, the excitement will begin!

2014 Gala de Mariachis y Torneo Nacional Charro Program:

Friday, May 30, 2014

4:00 pm - Charro Competitions featuring:
• El Alazán de Rosario, Sinaloa
• Puente de Camotlán, Nayarit
• Charros de Nayarit
• Hacienda Serena, Jalisco

7:30 pm - Charro Competitions:
• Rancho Las Cuevas, Jalisco
• Perla del Pacífico, Baja California
• Ranch Nuevo de Tepatitlan, Jalisco

11:00 pm: Noche de Disco (Disco Night)

Saturday, May 31, 2014

1:00 pm - Mariachi Navidad de Mascota Jalisco

2:00 pm - Open competition rounds

4:00 pm - Charro Competitions featuring:
• Rancho Agua Santa "B" de Jalisco
• Regionales de San Julian GSP, Jalisco
• Rancho las Cuetes "B" de Nayarit
• Rancho El Olivo, D.F.

7:30 pm - Charro Competitions featuring:
• Charros de Irapuato, Guanajuato
• Rancho el Secreto, Jalisco
• San José de Valle, Nayarit
• La Palapa de General, Jalisco

Sunday, June 1, 2014

2:00 pm - Performance by Mariachi Joya de México & Charro elimination rounds

4:00 pm - Grand Finale competitions to determine the 1, 2, 3 and 4th place winning teams

The 2014 Gala de Mariachis y Torneo Nacional Charro will be held at Arena Vallarta, an ultra-modern facility that comprises of 10 acres in the town of El Colorado. The handicap accessible arena boasts seating for 5 thousand spectators, public rest rooms, a 600 car parking lot, a commercial area, and stables for the horses. Donation entry fee is $100 pesos for adults, children are free. You won't want to miss this! Location Map