Special Events

Free Sunday Concerts

Every Sunday, concerts organized by Mexico City's Cultural Institute take place at the zócalo, generally around 6pm. They feature a changing array of traditional and classical Mexican talent -- and can draw crowds of 5,000 or more to the historic central plaza. For more information, and listings of upcoming events, visit the Mexico City website www.mexicocity.gob.mx. Listings also appear in Tiempo Libre magazine.

Festival de México en el Centro Histórico

In March of every year, a series of concerts, cultural events, art exhibits, and public performances takes place in -- and in honor of -- Mexico City's historic downtown district. For more information or a calendar of events, call the Secretaria de Cultura (tel. 55/5566-8568; www.fchmexico.com).