ENTERTAINMENT AND SPORTS EVENTS

One of Aguascalientes? top sporting events are the bullfights. In fact, its bullfight arenas are considered among Mexico?s best. For artistic events, the city has spectacular theaters.

Plaza de Toros Monumental ? Located on Av. Adolfo Lopez Mateos. Considered the second most important bullfight arena in Mexico, this venue can hold up to 15,000 spectators. The best matadors from Mexico and abroad have performed here. In addition, it is the only bullfight arena in the world that has elevator access for seniors and disabled people.

Plaza de Toros de San Marcos ? Located at 222 Eduardo J. Correa. Built in just 48 days, this was Aguascalientes? first bullfight arena. Today, it is used as a school for bullfighters, and during the San Marcos National Fair it hosts amateur bullfights.

Teatro Morelos ? Located at 113 Nieto. This venue was designated a national heritage site after revolutionary leaders gathered here to sign the so-called Sovereign Convention of 1914. The building?s most striking feature is the neoclassical-style pink stone façade. The interior, also of neoclassical style, houses a museum on the second floor.

Teatro de Aguascalientes ? Located on the corner of Avenida Insurgentes and Blvd. Jose Maria Chavez. This modern construction, which was inaugurated in 1991, holds 1,650 spectators and has state-of-the-art technology. It is considered the city?s most important venue for art and cultural events. Here you can see dance, folkloric shows, classical and pop music concerts and theatrical performances, among other events.