To experience authentic Mexican music and folk dancing, reserve an evening at the Gran Noche Mexica, held from two to four days a week depending on the season at the Acapulco Centro Convention Center at the east end of the Costera. Tickets for this excellent show go for $25 per person for the show with open bar, or $42 per person for open bar and buffet dinner. Kids pay half price. The performance begins at 8:15 P.M., with dinner served at 7:00 P.M. You can buy tickets through the Acapulco Tourism Office at 744-484-4416.