Riviera Nayarit, Mexico - While Mexico observes Día de la Marina (Navy Day) every year on June first, Marina Riviera Nayarit in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle will be celebrating on Sunday, May 26th with a truly spectacular festival that you don’t want to miss!

Día de la Marina at Marina Riviera Nayarit

9 am - Opening Ceremony to honor the National Flag and a ribbon cutting by "EXPOMAR" featuring the merchants of the Mercado Huanacaxtle craft market.

10 am - "Aguas Abiertas" Swim Meet and Exhibition • Beach Volleyball and Soccer

11 am - Stand up Paddle Exhibition

12 pm - Restaurant exhibition featuring SandZibar, Oso's Oyster Bar, Chivero's, and Ikuai Sailor Pub offering signature menu items for sale.

1 pm - Kite Surf Exhibition

3 pm - Water Rescue / Lifesaving Demonstration

6 pm - Municipal Ballet Performance and Coronation of the 2013 "Queen of Mariners"

8 pm - Closing event

Día de la Marina Nacional honors past and present members of the Navy who serve and protect the nation. Come join in the fun as we pay homage to Mexican mariners.