The Instituto Sudcaliforniano de Cultura and the Asociación de Autores, Compositores e Intérpretes de BCS, in coordination with the municipalities of Comondú, La Paz, Loreto, Los Cabos, and Mulegé, proudly present the state phase of the XVII Festival Sudcaliforniano de la Canción.

This year’s edition pays a special tribute to Rafael “Bono” Mendoza, honoring his contribution to the musical heritage of Baja California Sur. The festival brings together the best original songs selected from the municipal stages across the state, offering a vibrant celebration of local talent, creativity, and musical diversity.

Participants must present unpublished original songs that have not been performed in previous festivals. The works are expected to uphold principles of human dignity, and performances follow clear guidelines regarding duration (between 2.5 and 4 minutes), age of performers, and presentation format.

More than a contest, the Festival Sudcaliforniano de la Canción is a platform that strengthens the region’s musical identity, encourages new generations of composers and performers, and brings communities together through the power of original songwriting.