Curation Lead
Selects notable craft fairs, markets, pop-ups, and workshops.
Research Editor
Confirms dates, venues, and fees with organizers and venues.
Community Liaison
Collects tips from makers and attendees to improve listings.
Access & Travel
Notes transit, accessibility, and basic safety info for each event.
Alejandra Ruiz
Founder & Editor of Hecho en MX Guide
I run research and publishing for this site. I track handmade and DIY events, from small weekend markets to large craft expos. I speak with organizers, venues, and artisan collectives. I keep notes on updates and last-minute changes.
My role is simple: make planning easy. I publish clear schedules, venue details, booth info for vendors, and workshop listings. I cite sources and keep archives so you can verify what you read.
About This Project Overview
This project brings reliable information about handmade and DIY events in Mexico into one place. Many events post details across different pages and social profiles. We gather dates, locations, entry fees, and vendor rules, and link back to the original sources. This helps reduce time spent comparing flyers and posts. It also cuts errors caused by outdated images or copied text.
Who it helps: makers looking for fair and market slots; visitors planning trips; teachers offering classes. We flag application windows, table costs, and basic logistics like parking and transit. We add Spanish and English summaries when possible, and note changes, postponements, and cancellations as they are confirmed.
Coverage Areas
Major cities and regional hubs with active craft scenes. Examples include metro areas with frequent weekend markets, tourist corridors with seasonal fairs, and university zones with student pop-ups.
How We Verify
We check organizer websites, venue calendars, and official social pages. We confirm critical details by message or phone when needed. Each listing shows its sources and the date we last reviewed it.
Community Guidelines
Share tips that others can check. Use event names, dates, and links. Report changes with a source. No promotions or sales pitches.
Recent News
Updates on festivals, calls for vendors, and workshop calendars.
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