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Thursday, August 27 · 7:00 PM · Snowtea UABC
🏛️ Mexicali's Landmark Shopping Center - Since 1989

🏬 Plaza La CachanillaMexicali's first indoor, air-conditioned shopping center

Open now· Closes 10:00 PM
Plaza La Cachanilla - Exterior view of Mexicali's most iconic shopping center, a pioneer in air conditioning and a refuge from the desert heat
The most visited shopping center in Mexicali - Blvd. Adolfo López Mateos S/N
OPENED
April 26, 1989 - 35+ years
STORES
187+ shops and commercial services
SOCIAL MEDIA
55,303+ likes on official Facebook
INNOVATION
First mall with A/C in Mexicali
LOCATION
1 km from the Calexico border
HERITAGE
Built on the Jabonera del Pacífico site
💬
"Plaza La Cachanilla remains the most visited shopping mall in Mexicali and a symbol of its modern history"
— Tus Buenas Noticias, 2025

🏛️ From Pacific Soap Factory to Landmark Mall

🏭 History: From Industrial Heritage to Modern Commerce

Pre-1987

Site of Jabonera del Pacífico - Historic soap factory

1987-1989

Construction by Corporativo Coso - Vision of Juan Manuel Ley López

Apr 26, 1989

Grand Opening - First indoor, air-conditioned mall in Mexicali

1990-2000

Consolidation as the leading shopping center in the region

2000-2010

Expansions and modernizations of the commercial complex

2010-2020

Digital adaptation and strengthening of social media presence

2020-2025

New stores: C&A, K-Pop shops, community events

Aug 2025

36 years as the most visited shopping center in Mexicali

🏗️ Historical Heritage Preserved

🗼 Original Tower

The iconic structure of the old Jabonera del Pacífico is preserved as a testament to Mexicali's industrial past.

🏢 Historic Water Tank

A preserved architectural element that keeps the memory of the region's manufacturing era alive.

📍 Practical Information

Strategic Location

📍 Full Address

Blvd. Adolfo López Mateos S/N
Colonia Eguía, Downtown Area
Mexicali, Baja California, C.P. 21100

🇺🇸
U.S. Border
Only 1 km from the Downtown Port of Entry (Calexico)
🚗
Vehicle Access
Direct from Civic Center - 10 min
🚌
Public Transportation
Almost all routes pass nearby

Detailed Hours 2025

🏬
General Plaza
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday to Sunday - Shopping center
🛍️
Main Stores
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sears, Coppel, Woolworth, C&A
🛒
Ley Supermarket
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Groceries and essential products
🍽️
Food Court
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
International food court
🎄
Holidays
Reduced hours
Check on social media

🚗 Parking

✅ Advantages
  • • Large and available
  • • Validation at anchor stores
  • • Rate: ~10-20 MXN per hour
  • • Multiple entrances
⚠️ Precautions
Reports of minor thefts. Do not leave valuables visible.

🌡️ Climate Refuge

❄️ Air Conditioning

Pioneer in Mexicali: The city's first mall with A/C. An ideal refuge from temperatures over 50°C (122°F).

☀️ Seasonal Use
In summer, it functions as a public cooling center, similar to subway stations.

🗺️ Location on Map

🏪 Anchor Stores - The Main Attractions

🏬

Sears

Department Store

Main anchor store with clothing, electronics, home goods, and more. One of the most complete department stores in the mall.

⏰ Hours:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
🛍️ Services:
Family apparel
Electronics
Home goods
Appliances
Furniture
Sears Credit
🛒

Ley Supermarket

Supermarket

Full-service supermarket with groceries, fresh products, and essentials. Extended hours for convenience.

⏰ Hours:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
🛍️ Services:
Full groceries
Fresh produce
Bakery
Butcher
Pharmacy
Pantry staples
🏪

Coppel

Department & Credit

Department store with clothing, furniture, electronics, and an accessible credit system for Mexican families.

⏰ Hours:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
🛍️ Services:
Clothing & footwear
Furniture
Electronics
Coppel Credit
Appliances
Motorcycles
🛍️

Woolworth

Variety & Home

Variety in clothing, accessories, and home goods. Affordable prices and a wide range of products.

⏰ Hours:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
🛍️ Services:
Family apparel
Accessories
Home goods
Toys
Cosmetics
Gifts

✨ New Openings 2025

🇪🇺

C&A - European Fashion

Opened August 2025

New European fashion store with special opening promotions. Quality clothing at competitive prices.

🎯 Special opening offers available
🎵

K-Pop Stores

Idols (K10) and Moar (M15)

Asian pop culture arrives in Mexicali. Items from favorite artists and authentic K-Pop merchandise.

🌟 First specialized stores in BC

🛍️ Directory by Category (187+ Stores)

👗

Fashion & Beauty

The latest European fashion with C&A and quality local options. Professional beauty services.

🏪 Featured:
C&A (New opening 2025)
Flexi (shoes)
Parisina Fabrics
Specialized beauty salons
Generic pharmacies
⭐ Special:
C&A: special opening promotions
🎮

Entertainment & Culture

Asian pop culture and modern entertainment. Vintage arcade for the whole family.

🏪 Featured:
Idols (K-Pop store, local K10)
Moar (favorite artists, M15)
Imagina Arcade
Music stores
⭐ Special:
New K-Pop stores for fans of the genre
💎

Services & Home

Specialized services and quality jewelry. Everything you need for the home.

🏪 Featured:
Joyas Plaza Cachanilla
Watch shops
Opticians
Dry cleaners
Banking services
⭐ Special:
Professional services with a quality guarantee

🍽️ Food Court - Most Complete in Mexicali

🌎 International and Local Cuisine

🥪

Subway

Sandwiches

Custom-made sandwiches

🍦

Dairy Queen

Ice Cream

Ice cream and milkshakes

🍔

Burger King

Fast Food

Burgers (ice cream only)

🍟

Carl's Jr.

Burgers

Gourmet burgers

🥡

Chinese Food

Asian

Authentic Chinese food (several locations)

🌮

Mexican Antojitos

Mexican

Tacos and traditional food

🌟 Food Court Features

💰 Affordable Prices:
  • • Options for all budgets
  • • Generous family portions
  • • Combos and promotions available
  • • Pesos and dollars accepted
🌮 Unique Variety:
  • • Traditional Mexican cuisine
  • • Well-known American chains
  • • Authentic Chinese food
  • • Vegetarian options
❄️ Comfort:
  • • Premium air conditioning
  • • Ample seating areas
  • • WiFi available
  • • Spacious family area

☕ Tips from the Locals

🕐 Best Times

  • • 12:00-3:00 PM: Widest variety available
  • • Avoid weekends 2:00-4:00 PM
  • • Breakfast: some options from 10:00 AM

💡 Recommendations

  • • Chinese food: recognized by the community
  • • Mexican antojitos: authentic and fresh
  • • Bring cash for better service

🎉 Community Events Center

📅 Regular Events 2025

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Bracelet Workshop with Barbie

August 2025

Creative activity for kids and families

🏥

Health Modules

February 2025

International Condom Day and health

🏥

Pediatric Consultations

November 2024

Free medical care for children

🎭

Danzón & Themed Photos

March 2025

Traditional dance and photo sessions

🛍️

Store Openings

Regularly

Special events with promotions

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Seasonal Events

All year

Christmas, Children's Day, seasonal events

🎊 Community Impact

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Focus:
  • • Free community events
  • • Educational activities for children
  • • Creative and cultural workshops
  • • Multi-generational participation
🏥 Community Health:
  • • Preventive health modules
  • • Free medical consultations
  • • Awareness campaigns
  • • Services for all ages
🎭 Culture & Art:
  • • Preservation of Mexican traditions
  • • Danzón and folkloric dances
  • • Themed photo sessions
  • • Promotion of local artists

📱 Stay Connected

📘

Official Facebook

55,303+ followers

Most active page with daily events, promotions, and news. "Plaza La Cachanilla, Te quiere bien!!!"

@plazalacachanillaoficial
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Instagram

Photos and stories

Visual content of events, new stores, and special seasonal promotions.

@plaza.la.cachanilla

⭐ Customer Experience - 35+ Years of Excellence

✅ Why It's the Most Visited Mall

❄️ Pioneering Climate Refuge

First mall with air conditioning in Mexicali. An ideal refuge from the desert's 50°C+ (122°F+) temperatures.

🛍️ Unmatched Variety

187+ stores from international brands to unique local shops. "Great variety that satisfies all tastes."

🌎 Diverse Food Court

"The most complete food court in Mexicali" with renowned Mexican, American, and Asian options.

🚗 Strategic Location

Just 1 km from the U.S. border. Easy access from anywhere in Mexicali.

⚠️ Important Considerations

🔒 Updated Security

FGE 2025: "La Cachanilla is a safe plaza" after implementing measures with tenants.

🚗 Parking Precautions

Occasional reports of minor thefts. It is advisable to park in guarded areas and not leave valuables visible.

👥 Weekend Crowds

"Always crowded, especially on weekends." Better to visit on weekdays for more comfort.

🏗️ Vintage Infrastructure

With 35+ years, some areas show their age but are kept clean and functional.

📊 Plaza La Cachanilla by the Numbers

35+
Years operating
187+
Commercial stores
55K+
Facebook followers
#1
Most visited mall

🏆 Achievements and Recognition

• First mall with air conditioning in Mexicali
• Most visited shopping center in BC (35+ years)
• Declared "safe plaza" by FGE (2025)
• Preserved historical heritage (Jabonera del Pacífico)

🏬 Discover Why We Are Mexicali's #1 Shopping Center

35+ years of experience, 187+ stores, the most complete food court in the city, and a unique historical legacy. Plaza La Cachanilla is not just a shopping center, it is part of Mexicali's history.

🛍️ Quick Guide for Your Visit

⏰ Best Times:
  • • Plaza: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM daily
  • • Stores: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • • Food court: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • • Avoid Saturday afternoons
🎯 Don't Miss:
  • • Historic Jabonera del Pacífico tower
  • • C&A: new European store
  • • K-Pop stores (Idols and Moar)
  • • International food court
💡 Tips:
  • • Bring cash (pesos and dollars)
  • • Parking validation at anchor stores
  • • Follow us for free events
  • • Ideal refuge from the heat

🏛️ Plaza La Cachanilla: Where the history of the Jabonera del Pacífico meets modern commerce. 35+ years as the commercial heart of Mexicali, with over 187 stores, family entertainment, and a tradition of serving the Baja California community. ¡Te quiere bien!