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It is still hot and humid, and the rainy season isn’t quite finished. The Fiestas Patronales are about to get underway, October 9 to 12, so you’ll see things starting to take shape around the plaza and church.
The usual restaurants, cafés, galleries, shops and local businesses are open and doing their thing. There’s plenty happening around, but it still feels more local than the busy winter season.
With things starting to pick up, this is a good time to get your items, jobs and notices onto the board. And if you know someone who could use the Burro, send them our way.
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When the rain falls in the desert, it comes down in a blinding, heavy deluge, washing the side of the mountains and flooding the plains.
John C. Van Dyke, The Desert
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If you are heading into town this weekend, expect a few detours around the main plaza. The Fiestas Patronales, in honour of Nuestra Señora del Pilar, run Friday October 9 through Monday October 12 at the Plaza Pública de Todos Santos. The streets nearby are closed off for food stands, live music and traditional events, so plan on traffic being rerouted.
This is a favourite stretch of the year around here. After a very quiet late summer, the patron saint festival is when the community comes back together. There is live music at the plaza every night, the queen’s Coronación on Saturday, and Los Ases de Durango closing it out Monday. Worth wandering down for some street food and a few songs. Parking will be tight, so leave the car a few blocks out and walk.
And if you have got a talent, this is your stage. The Fiestas are running a Talent Show, the Concurso de Talentos, on Friday October 9 at the plaza. Open to all ages and all acts: singing, dancing, music and instruments, acting and theatre, comedy and impressions, magic, or any other skill you want to show off. Cash prizes down to third place. To enter, send your name, age, your talent, and whether you are solo or a group by WhatsApp to 612 197 2006. Todos Santos tiene talento, so go show it.
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A Christmas video from the whole family
Other Service / Otro Servicio • Varies • rob
This holiday season, give a gift that will actually bring them to tears of joy. I will take short video hellos recorded on phones by your kids, grandkids, and old friends, and edit them together into a beautiful, seamless film for Mom, Dad, or Grandma to watch on Christmas morning. You just send me the names, and I handle all the rest. The cost is $595 CAD (about $430 USD) for up to 10 people. I only have the capacity to take on four of these projects before Christmas, so please reach out and order by November 20. And yes, it is me, Rob, the Burro guy! I have been a professional film editor for 25 years, so your family's memories are in very good hands. See a sample video right here. Esta temporada navideña, da un regalo que realmente los haga llorar de alegría. Tomaré pequeños saludos en video grabados con los teléfonos de tus hijos, nietos y viejos amigos, y los editaré juntos en una hermosa película para que mamá, papá o la abuela la vean en la mañana de Navidad. Tú solo me envías los nombres y yo me encargo de todo lo demás. El costo es de $595 CAD (aproximadamente $430 USD) para hasta 10 personas. Solo tengo la capacidad de aceptar cuatro de estos proyectos antes de Navidad, así que por favor haz tu pedido antes del 20 de noviembre. Y sí, soy yo, Rob, ¡el chico del Burro! He sido editor de cine profesional durante 25 años, así que los recuerdos de tu familia están en muy buenas manos.
rob Postma • [email protected] • WhatsApp • Todos Santos
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Momo Yatai
Food & Drink / Comida y Bebida
Welcome to Momo Yatai! We are a street food cart bringing Asian-inspired street food vibes directly to Centro in Todos Santos. Our kitchen blends Asian flavors with fresh local ingredients, serving up comfort food classics like warm ramen bowls, crispy fried chicken sandwiches, and delicious small plates. ¡Bienvenidos a Momo Yatai! Somos un carrito de comida trayendo todo el sabor e inspiracion de la comida callejera asiatica al Centro de Todos Santos. Nuestra cocina combina sabores asiaticos con ingredientes locales frescos, sirviendo tazones de ramen caliente, sandwiches de pollo frito crujiente y deliciosos platillos para compartir. Join us for dinner or takeaway Monday through Wednesday from 5 PM to 11 PM, and Thursday through Sunday starting early from 2 PM to 11 PM. Send us a message on WhatsApp for orders! Acompananos para cenar o pedir para llevar de lunes a miercoles de 5 PM a 11 PM, y de jueves a domingo desde las 2 PM a 11 PM. ¡Envianos un mensaje por WhatsApp para pedidos!
Momo Yatai • WhatsApp • Todos Santos
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Yoga Classes with Japa
Community / Comunidad
Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:30am-10:30am Kundalini Yoga classes with deep relaxation/Gong Bath in the San Pedrito 'hood of Pescadero. The Tuesday beginner-friendly class uses breath, mantra and gentle, repetitive movement to open, stretch, release tension, elevate, and feel amazing. The Friday class is more physically challenging, with a focus on physical and mental strengthening. Suggested donation:$250 pesos for drop in, or 5-class pass for $1000. All ages and abilities are welcome!
Japa • [email protected] • WhatsApp • Pescadero
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Todos Santos Wellness Fest
November 6, 2026 • Santa Terra Reserve, Todos Santos BCS
If you are looking for a reason to step out of your daily routine and catch your breath, the Todos Santos Wellness Fest is returning November 6 to 8 at Santa Terra Reserve. It is three full days dedicated to slowing down, moving your body, and enjoying the community. The organizers are putting together a great weekend of yoga, meditation, and sound healing, alongside live music and a marketplace featuring local chefs. Whether you are an experienced yogi or just want to listen to good music and eat great food in a beautiful setting, it is a welcoming space for everyone. Do not forget that local residents get a 50% discount on tickets by using the promo code VISITBCS. You can check out the full schedule and reserve your spot over at the festival website. Si buscas una razon para salir de la rutina diaria y tomar un respiro, el Todos Santos Wellness Fest regresa del 6 al 8 de noviembre en Santa Terra Reserve. Son tres dias completos dedicados a desacelerar, mover el cuerpo y disfrutar de la comunidad. Los organizadores estan preparando un gran fin de semana de yoga, meditacion y sanacion con sonido, junto con musica en vivo y un mercado con chefs locales. Ya seas un yogui experimentado o solo quieras escuchar buena musica y comer excelente comida en un entorno hermoso, es un espacio acogedor para todos. No olvides que los residentes locales obtienen un 50% de descuento en los boletos usando el codigo de promocion VISITBCS. Puedes consultar el programa completo y reservar tu lugar en el sitio web del festival.
Todos Santos Wellness Fest • Todos Santos
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