In Tuxtla Gutierrez you can enjoy the exciting experience of witnessing the city’s most traditional sporting and cultural events.

Feria de Chiapas (Chiapas Fair). Held in December, this fair draws the state’s main agricultural producers, farmers, artisans and industry leaders. Among the events you can see here are bullfights, horse races, cockfights and diverse cultural performances.

Maraton de Natacion (Swimming Marathon). This sporting event takes place in March. It draws national and international competitors who swim a 21-km (13 mi) marathon in the Sumidero Canyon.

Teatro de la Ciudad Emilio Rabasa. Located on Calzada de los Hombres Ilustres and 5^a Avenida Norte Oriente. This magnificent theater holds 1,185 spectators. It offers excellent services for visitors and performers alike, such as dressing rooms and various rehearsal spaces. Open Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 to 4:00.

Centro de Convenciones y Polyforum Chiapas. Located between Calzada Andres Serra Rojas and Libramiento Norte. This is the only place in Mexico’s southeastern region that combines a large live-entertainment venue with a convention center. The convention center can accommodate up to 1,500 visitors, while the venue, which has top-notch lighting and sound systems, holds 3,875 spectators..

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