Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico - Travelers visiting the Riviera Nayarit next month will have an abundance of things to see and do, as the cuisine, adventure and cultural experiences that make 'Mexico's Pacific Treasure' such a highly sought-after destination continue with a variety of top-notch festivals and tournaments scheduled.

Between the Day of the Dead celebrations, top-notch culinary events and lots and lots of sports, November is filled with exciting events in the Riviera Nayarit, including:

5th Day of the Dead Festival in Sayulita (Oct. 31 – Nov. 3)
Sayulita Pueblo Mágico comes alive with colorful Mexican traditions including pilgrimages to the cemetery, live music, an altar contest and plenty of festivities to celebrate El Día de Los Muertos.

XXII International Festival Gourmet (Nov. 12-20)
The Puerto Vallarta-Riviera Nayarit-Tepic International Gourmet Festival is one of the most important culinary events in the country. This year it celebrates its 22nd anniversary in the presence of some of the best chefs on a global level. There will be cooking demos, workshops, chats, theme nights and plenty other activities to please the palate. Want to know more? Visit festivalgourmet.com.

2nd Triatlón Extreme Guayabitos 2016 (Nov. 13)
The 2016 Guayabitos Extreme Triathlon is set to take off on October 13 in Rincón de Guayabitos, Riviera Nayarit. The invitation is open for all triathletes, clubs, leagues, public and private associations, schools and the general public both domestic and national.

8th Riviera Nayarit Touristic Half Marathon and 10K (Nov. 19)
The Half Marathon and 10K is one of the destination's key events as it promotes sports, tourism and a focus on family. Nuevo Vallarta will host the event and it's expected to be even bigger this year, as has been the case every year since it began. Do you want to go for a run in Mexico's hottest beach destination? Visit mediomaratonrivieranayarit.com for more information.

V Motomanía San Blas (Nov. 24-27)
Over one thousand motorcycles will converge on the Historic Port of San Blas to celebrate this very special event where, among other things, there will be lots of dancing, exhibits, races and fun! For more details, check out the Motomania San Blas Facebook page.

And these are only a few of the events scheduled for the remainder of the year! Click HERE for the complete 2016 calendar of events in the Riviera Nayarit.