Hidalgo News, Mining History, and Cultural Tourism

Hidalgo is a central Mexican state known for its mining heritage, natural wonders, and rich mix of Indigenous and colonial culture. In this section, find news from destinations like Pachuca, Mineral del Monte, and Huasca de Ocampo, covering tourism, infrastructure, politics, and community development. Whether you’re interested in historic mining towns, thermal springs, or Pueblo Mágico villages, Hidalgo offers a dynamic view of tradition and progress.

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•August 20, 2025

Xterra Huasca 2025 brings endurance tourism to Hidalgo’s first Magic Town

Xterra Huasca 2025 brings off road triathlon and trail running to Huasca de Ocampo, with courses at Rancho Santa Elena beside the basalt prisms.

•August 20, 2025

Pachuca opens Copa Puebla at Cuauhtémoc in low-key shift

Pachuca Copa Puebla opener moves to Puebla City’s Estadio Cuauhtémoc in a low-key start, drawing traveling Tuzos fans.

Mineral del Chico anniversary celebration

•July 31, 2025

Mineral del Chico celebration marks 14-year of Pueblo Magico designation

Mineral del Chico anniversary celebration kicks off August 8–9 with contests, cultural talks, and music; community urged to join the town’s 14th Magical Town fiesta.

•July 31, 2025

Hidalgo mining heritage museums funding crisis threatens historic sites

Five Hidalgo mining heritage museums face closure after no 2025 culture budget; fundraising and talks with agencies begin.

•July 31, 2025

Treehouse Glamping Near Huasca de Ocampo Gives City Travelers a Quiet Forest Escape

Elevated treehouse glamping in Pinochueco, near Huasca de Ocampo, blends hotel comfort with starry views and easy access to the Basaltic Prisms and regional landmarks.

•July 28, 2025

Two Multi-Organ Donations Benefit Over 200 People in Hidalgo

Two multi-organ donations at the ISSSTE General Hospital in Pachuca, Hidalgo, will improve the quality of life for over 200 people, thanks to the selfless...

•July 25, 2025

Mineral del Monte renovation on Avenida Juárez will extend 15 more days

Méndez Tejeda confirms the Mineral del Monte renovation on Avenida Juárez will extend 15 days past the start of the Silver Festival, while traffic remains...

•July 25, 2025

Monkeypox Returns to Hidalgo After Two Years Without News Cases

Monkeypox Returns to Hidalgo After Two Years as health officials confirm three cases in Huasca, Pachuca and Tulancingo. Authorities activate monitoring.

•July 25, 2025

Huasca de Ocampo Owl Rescue Sparks Community Action

The Huasca de Ocampo owl rescue highlights local teamwork as residents save a trapped owl and coordinate rehabilitation efforts with Semarnath and the Biopark.

•July 24, 2025

Families Embrace Perrofest 2025 Pachuca’s Dog Festival

Perrofest 2025 Pachuca drew families, rescuers, and activists for a day of dog rides, free veterinary care, contests, adoptions, and cultural events boosting animal welfare.