Archive for March, 2008
The 2008 Baja 500 will be held from May 3oth to June 1st. 
This world famous, 500 mile off-road race touring the Baja Peninsula often starts and ends in Ensenada, Mexico, so why not book a hotel close to the action? The Ensenada Beach House Hotel is the perfect resort to stay in and be close to all of the race events. Our family and pet friendly accommodation is the best place in Baja to stay for the weekend of the offroad race. The EBH offers reasonable rates, an on-site restaurant, pool area and a front row seat to all of Ensenada’s local events.
2008 Baja 500 Race Details:
2008 Tecate SCORE Baja 500
May 30 to June 1
Drawing For Starting Positions - Saturday, April 19
(Entries Must Be Received by Noon on April 17)
FOUR WHEEL VEHICLE RACE FEES:
Entry Fee - $900.00
Insurance - $450.00
Land Use - $75.00
Points Fund - $50.00
Addition Fee - $35.00
(For each driver addition after a total of five)
SCORE Membership - $75.00
(If applicable)
MOTORCYCLE & ATV RACE FEES:
Entry Fee - $600.00
Insurance - $450.00
Land Use - $75.00
Points Fund - $50.00
Addition Fee - $35.00
(For each rider addition after a total of five)
SCORE Membership - $50.00
(If applicable)
SPORTSMAN TRUCK & BUGGY:
Entry Fee - $900.00
Addition Fee - $35.00
(For each driver addition after a total of five)
SCORE Membership - $75.00
(If applicable)
SPORTSMAN MOTORCYCLE & ATV:
Entry Fee - $800.00
Addition Fee - $35.00
(For each rider addition after a total of five)
SCORE Membership - $50.00
(If applicable)
LATE FEE - $200.00 / Effective on 5/21/08
SCORE International
From December 27, 2008 thru the end of March 2009 take part in one of the many Gray Whale watching excursions leaving from Ensenada, Baja ports. A relative of Humpback and Blue Whales, Gray Whales are the most common type of whale seen off the coast of the Baja Peninsula. They seek out the warm waters of Baja’s many lagoons for calving.
| December 12, 2008 8:00 am | to | December 14, 2008 8:00 pm |
This marks the last Record Off-Road Series race events of 2008 and features more than 220 cars, trucks, ATVs and motorcycles from both sides of the border. For more information visit the site Record OffRoad Series or contact them directly at (within Mexico) (646)176-1637.
| November 19, 2008 8:00 pm | to | November 22, 2008 8:00 pm |
As chronicled in the 2005 full length feature documentary “Dust to Glory,” the Baja 1000 is a legendary off-road race in which more than 400 cars, trucks, motorcycles and ATVs challenge nearly 1,300 miles of terrain. They will cover rugged mountain, forest and desert terrain in their attempts to “beat the Baja.” For more information visit the website SCORE International or contact (within U.S.) -(818)225-8402.
Mexico’s most traditional religious holiday is celebrated on this day. Families remember the deceased by building altars, bringing flowers, lighting candles and enjoying their favorite foods. During this time of year a special sweet bread, pan de muertos, can be found at local bakeries, and candy skulls, coffins and skeletons are available at markets. Celebrations and candlelight processions are held all over Mexico in cemeteries.
| October 12, 2008 |
| 10:00 am | to | 8:00 pm |
From 10 am to 8 pm, celebrate the anniversary of a historic former gold mining town, Real del Castillo. This was the capital of Baja California during the 1880s. Visitors are requested to dress in vintage attire to compete for prizes while enjoying this traditional country style fiesta. Historic exhibitions, entertainment, free barbacoa (BBQ). Bring your own potable water, sodas and snacks. Real del Castillo is located approximately 30 miles southeast of Ensenada. For more information contact the organizer, Beatriz Toboada (within Mexico) at (646)178-6038.
| September 27, 2008 |
| 10:00 am | to | 8:00 pm |
Starting at 10 am on April 19, 2008 you can ride the 50 mile stretch along the pacific coast and rural countryside between Rosarito, Mex and Ensenada, Mexico. The ride begins in Rosarito and ends in Ensenada with the Fiesta Line Fiesta featuring food, drink and celebrations from noon to sunset on the waterfront. The registration fee for the ride along Route 1, also known as the Free Road, is $35 and you can contact Bicycling West at (858) 483-8777 for information on registration, or visit the Rosarito Ensenada Fun Bike Ride website.
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day in downtown Ensenada and take part in many fiestas and other celebrations. Schools, banks, government offices and many businesses will be closed today.
| August 1, 2008 8:00 pm | to | August 16, 2008 8:00 pm |
Join the Association of Viniculture for numerous events in the Guadalupe Valley for 2 weeks in the beginning of August. The schedule of events has not yet been set, but check back in a few months for more details on Fiestas de la Vendimia 2008.
| June 20, 2008 8:00 am | to | June 22, 2008 10:00 pm |
Starting on June 20th, offroad motorcycles, ATVs and four-wheelers will compete in a race stretching across Baja Mexico from Ensenada to San Felipe. For more information visit the Ensenada San Felipe 25o website.
This world famous, 500 mile off-road race touring the Baja Peninsula often starts and ends in Ensenada, Mexico, so why not book a hotel close to the action? The Ensenada Beach House Hotel is the perfect resort to stay in and be close to all of the race events. Our family and pet friendly accommodation is the best place in Baja to stay for the weekend of the offroad race. The EBH offers reasonable rates, an on-site restaurant, pool area and a front row seat to all of Ensenada’s local events.
