Shrimp Festival
November 1 - November 3
The Shrimp Festival in San Felipe – You simply have to experience. Every November, just when the weather starts cooling down a bit, the whole town comes alive with the smell of fresh-cooked shrimp, laughter, and a lively mix of music and dance. Every year I’m drawn in by the promise of good food and the warmth of the people. Even now, just thinking about it brings a smile to my face.
You can’t imagine the feast they put on! There’s shrimp every way you can think of – grilled, fried, in tacos, in ceviche, wrapped in bacon, you name it. The local fishermen bring in their freshest catch, and every restaurant and food stall seems to be competing to make the tastiest dish. You wander from booth to booth, tasting a bit here, a bite there, with each one more delicious than the last. It’s a seafood lover’s paradise, and even if you’re not a fan of shrimp, there’s always something mouth-watering to try.
The festival is more than just food, though. The town is in high spirits, with music filling the streets and dancers putting on lively performances. You’ll see traditional Mexican dances, sometimes even a bit of mariachi, and it’s impossible not to get caught up in the rhythm. There’s something about the festival that brings people together, locals and visitors alike, all sharing in the joy of the season and the bounty of the sea.
And then, of course, there’s the malecón – that beautiful stretch by the sea, lined with vendors selling handcrafted jewelry, colorful textiles, and little souvenirs to remember the day. The view of the Sea of Cortez with the festival bustling beside it is just breathtaking. Families come out on a stroll by the sea with their kids running around, while couples sit along the sea wall, taking it all in.
If you ever find yourself in San Felipe in November, make sure you don’t miss the Shrimp Festival. Go with an empty stomach, a good appetite for fun, and a little space in your heart for memories that’ll last long after you leave. The festival may be about shrimp, but it’s also about sharing the best parts of this town, and trust me, you’ll leave feeling like part of the family.
