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Ajijic
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Featured Happenings
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Mercado Orgánico Dominical
Plaza Zicatela · Zicatela
The best Sunday farmers market in Puerto. Local producers sell organic produce, artisan bread, fresh cheese, mezcal, honey, and prepared foods. A gathering point for the expat and local community — show up early for the good stuff.
OCT
Lake Chapala Society Monday Coffee Hour
Lake Chapala Society · Ajijic
The single best first stop for any newcomer to Lake Chapala. Held every Monday at the LCS gardens in Ajijic. Meet other expats, ask questions, get local recommendations, and learn about LCS programs. Free, drop-in, no registration.
NOV
Newcomer Welcome — First Wednesday
El Patio, Chapala Centro · Chapala
Monthly welcome event for people who just moved to (or are exploring) Lake Chapala. Local residents, real estate folks, and longtime expats answer questions. Light snacks. A great way to meet people and get oriented in your first month.
NOV
Mezcal & Mole Tasting Night
La Mesa de Oaxaca · Centro
A curated tasting dinner pairing five regional mezcals with traditional Oaxacan mole. Hosted by a local chef and mezcalero. Small groups, intimate setting, full storytelling behind each pour. One of the best ways to understand Oaxacan food culture in a single evening.
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Pickleball open play at Set&Sun (Saturday)
Set&Sun pickleball courts (S&S) · Ajijic
Drop-in pickleball on 8 courts at Set&Sun (S&S), across the street and just east of Walmart. Open play is busiest on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings; show up between 8 and 12 and you'll find people to play with, especially in high season. Prices are competitive. Reported by the local community in October 2026: please confirm times before you go, or ask StayMX on WhatsApp.
OCT
Pickleball open play at Set&Sun (Tuesday)
Set&Sun pickleball courts (S&S) · Ajijic
Drop-in pickleball on 8 courts at Set&Sun (S&S), across the street and just east of Walmart. Open play is busiest on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings; show up between 8 and 12 and you'll find people to play with, especially in high season. Prices are competitive. Reported by the local community in October 2026: please confirm times before you go, or ask StayMX on WhatsApp.
OCT
Tianguis de Ajijic (Wednesday Market)
Calle Revolución · Ajijic
The classic weekly outdoor market in Ajijic. Produce, plants, clothes, household goods, prepared food. Real local market, not a tourist setup. Get there before 11am for the best produce.
OCT
Spanish-English Language Exchange
Café Cafecito · Centro
Casual weekly meetup for locals and newcomers to practice Spanish and English over coffee. Half hour each language, then open chat. Great way to meet people in your first weeks here.
OCT
Pickleball open play at Set&Sun (Thursday)
Set&Sun pickleball courts (S&S) · Ajijic
Drop-in pickleball on 8 courts at Set&Sun (S&S), across the street and just east of Walmart. Open play is busiest on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings; show up between 8 and 12 and you'll find people to play with, especially in high season. Prices are competitive. Reported by the local community in October 2026: please confirm times before you go, or ask StayMX on WhatsApp.
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