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Latin America's longest-running film festival brings 192 films from around the world to Guadalajara this month. The 41st edition features Chile as guest of honor with 28 films exploring human resilience and creativity.
A local artist has transformed a crumbling 174-year-old building in Guadalajara's Historic Center into Motor, a vibrant cultural space that's saving architectural heritage while creating opportunities for today's artists. Meanwhile, new legislation could protect 20,000 vital oak trees from development.
Three new flight routes launching this winter will make it easier for travelers to explore Mexico and connect families across borders. The expansion includes a direct link between Guadalajara and New York City for the first time in years.
After months of political tension, Mexico's president and Jalisco's governor united to fund critical water infrastructure for Guadalajara. Residents could see improvements as early as October 2026.
Mexico's culinary scene just got a major vote of confidence as the prestigious Michelin Guide chose Guadalajara to host its 2026 ceremony. Three new states join the guide this year, spotlighting Mexico's growing influence on the global food stage.
In Guadalajara, Mexico, underground reading rooms are transforming courtyards and closed shops into thriving literary spaces where strangers gather to share poetry, stories, and honest feedback. These night libraries cost nothing, welcome everyone, and are keeping authentic conversation alive in a rapidly changing city.
A beloved park designed by famed architect Luis Barragán has reopened in Guadalajara after a transformative renovation that added 160 trees and restored stunning mosaic walls. Spring is also bringing art exhibits questioning our screen addiction, abundant pitahaya harvests, and cultural festivals to Mexico's second-largest city.
After new military strategies, Mexico's Guadalajara region saw violent crime plummet 44% this year while preparing to welcome the world for FIFA's biggest event. The city is also racing to upgrade its digital infrastructure to handle millions of visiting fans.
Guadalajara is connecting travelers to four new destinations this winter while a local charity rescues unwanted clothing from landfills to help 1.2 million people. Plus, families can explore an underwater world for just $5 this month.
Guadalajara's Museo Cabañas is displaying Frida Kahlo's "Fruits of the Earth" for the first time ever, alongside 54 other masterpieces by iconic Mexican artists. The free exhibition brings decades of Mexican art history to locals and visitors through July.
When tens of thousands of Mexican soccer fans couldn't get tickets to the 2026 World Cup opening match, they created their own stadium in Guadalajara's historic plaza. Their celebration of Mexico's 2-0 victory over South Africa turned downtown into an unforgettable fan festival that rivaled any arena.
Guadalajara just announced a major plan to bring clean water to hundreds of struggling neighborhoods while celebrating an economic surprise from hosting World Cup games. The multi-year project will replace decades-old pipes and treatment plants, ending water quality problems for thousands of families.
Guadalajara is celebrating mariachi music with 11 days of free concerts featuring artists from over 20 countries. The International Mariachi and Charrería Encounter brings together musicians from Croatia to Colombia in a UNESCO-recognized cultural celebration.
Guadalajara is rolling out two unique celebrations this June that champion sustainability and homegrown culture. From a movement advocating for cyclist safety to an indie music festival showcasing local talent, the city is creating space for community and joy.
After noticing Mexican chocolate missing from European shelves, Guadalajara native Fabiola Zorrero taught herself the craft and launched Chocolate Metiche to showcase Mexico's exceptional cacao. Her artisanal brand now partners directly with small farms in Tabasco and Chiapas, creating sophisticated chocolate that celebrates the country's rich cacao heritage.
Elephants, pumas, and gorillas at Guadalajara Zoo are making their own predictions for the 2026 World Cup, delighting crowds with playful picks that favor some major upsets. The furry forecasters chose winners by selecting food and soccer balls linked to different teams.
Mexico's second-largest city is transforming ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with improved highways, a massive tech recycling drive, and a commitment to lasting beautification. The changes aim to create a cleaner, more accessible city for both visitors and residents.
Mexico just honored soccer legend Pelé with a towering 31-foot statue outside the very stadium where he made World Cup history. The monument celebrates his 1970 championship run and welcomes fans arriving for the 2026 tournament.
Millions of Guadalajara residents are getting cleaner water as federal and state governments launch a major cleanup targeting polluted rivers, leaking pipelines, and industrial contamination. The ambitious project brings hope to Mexico's second-largest metro area after years of water quality struggles.
Fed up with uncertainty about their tap water, residents across Guadalajara are teaching each other to test water quality using simple color-changing strips. Nearly 200 families have already learned to check their own water and share results with their community.
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