Overview and Key Figures
Over the weekend, Mazatlán welcomed more than 9,000 visitors for various sports competitions and conferences, driving a hotel occupancy rate of 76%, according to Mireya Sosa Osuna, the Secretary of Tourism for Sinaloa.
Highlighted Events
- Copa Mazatlán Fut 7 Femenil: A women’s futsal tournament showcasing local and international talent.
- XIII Campeonato Internacional de Karate LPK México: An international karate championship attracting athletes from across Mexico.
- Carrera Urbanios Premier 5 y 10 km: A popular urban race encouraging fitness and community engagement.
- Torneo Anual de Golf de El Cid: A yearly golf tournament hosted at the prestigious El Cid Golf Course.
- L’Etape Mazatlán by Tour de France: A cycling event associated with the famous Tour de France series.
Upcoming Events
Mazatlán will also host the following events:
- Festival de Metales del Pacífico: A month-long metal music festival from November 4 to 25, featuring over 500 participants from various countries.
- XVII Conferencia Internacional sobre Estructura, Funciones y Aplicaciones de Lactoferrina: An international conference with 200 specialists from 26 countries, focusing on lactoferrin research.
Economic Impact
These events collectively generated an economic impact of 96 million pesos, thanks to the combination of sports tourism, meetings industry, and cultural activities.
Future Outlook
Mireya Sosa Osuna expressed optimism about Mazatlán’s congress and sports event calendar for the remainder of the year, stating that thousands of visitors will enjoy the city’s exquisite cuisine and beautiful tourist attractions.
Key Questions and Answers
- What events took place over the weekend in Mazatlán? The events included the Copa Mazatlán Fut 7 Femenil, XIII Campeonato Internacional de Karate LPK México, Carrera Urbanios Premier 5 y 10 km, Torneo Anual de Golf de El Cid, and L’Etape Mazatlán by Tour de France.
- What upcoming events will Mazatlán host? Mazatlán will host the Festival de Metales del Pacífico and XVII Conferencia Internacional sobre Estructura, Funciones y Aplicaciones de Lactoferrina.
- What was the economic impact of these events? The events generated an economic impact of 96 million pesos.
- What does the future hold for Mazatlán’s congress and sports event calendar? Mazatlán expects to welcome thousands of visitors for upcoming congresses and sports events, allowing them to enjoy the city’s culinary delights and tourist attractions.
