Art, history, and creativity flow through Mérida every day inside its galleries, mansions, theaters, and community spaces. This living guide gathers standout cultural experiences as they unfold, inviting you to discover new artists, explore historic venues, and enjoy the many expressions that define the city’s artistic heartbeat. Updated frequently, it’s your window into Mérida’s ever-evolving cultural landscape.
Tuesday through saturdays : Experience the best of Mérida’s cultural heritage!
Join our Cultural Tour, where art, music, and flavors come together. Explore ancestral textiles at Taller Maya, experience a Sound Healing session or a Pre-Hispanic Instrument Workshop at Suut, and enjoy a cocktail and an artisanal snack at Tulia, along with a 10% discount on all additional restaurant purchases.
🍃 Dates (November, Dec, Jan):
* NEW DAYS: Tuesday thorugh Saturdays from 06:30 PM to 08:30 PM, Sundays from 01:00 PM to 03:00 PM (Taller Maya + Prehispanic Music Workshop + Tulia cocktail and snack tasting)
💸 $1,200 MXN pesos per person
🏷️ Special Discount: Use the code “MIDCITYBEAT” for a 20% discount on your reservation.
📍 Location: Taller Maya Santa Ana, Mérida Centro
🔗 Secure your spot and start your journey here!
👉 https://www.suut.mx/booking-calendar/recorrido-cultural-taller-musical
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to connect with our roots!
Wednesdays : MEL House & Garden Tour – Mérida English Library
his emblematic weekly tour begins with a fascinating talk on Yucatán’s history and archaeology, followed by a guided walk through three private homes in Mérida’s Centro. Each week features completely different houses, décor, gardens, and artwork. The event supports the Mérida English Library through community fundraising.
📅 Wednesdays — 9:30 a.m.
📍 Mérida English Library, Calle 53 #524, Centro
https://www.google.com/maps/search/Merida+English+Library
🎟️ Registration: https://meridaenglishlibrary.com/events/house-and-garden-tour
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meridaenglishlibrary/
January 27–31 : WAY – Week of Art Yucatán
Mérida’s inaugural Week of Art (WAY) celebrates contemporary art, design, music, film, and cultural dialogues across the city and region. Featuring exhibitions, artist talks, gallery tours, site-specific shows in haciendas and studios, performances, screenings, and social gatherings, this five-day festival connects the creative community and invites audiences to explore Yucatán’s vibrant artistic ecosystem.
✨ A city-wide art celebration with exhibitions, talks, tours, and cultural encounters.
📅 Dates: January 27–31, 2026
📍 Location: Multiple venues across Mérida & Yucatán (Salón Gallos as a central hub)
🎟 Tickets: Full-week access / gallery tour option available
⏰ Highlights: Opening events, gallery tours, performances, screenings, grand finale party & more
More information in our article: https://midcitybeat.com/artandculture/yucatan-art-week-2026-way-week-of-art-yucatan-comes-to-merida-mexico/
January 30: Oramas — I Got You (Live Premiere) + Povedano (WAY Art Week Yucatán)
Within the framework of WAY — Week of Art Yucatán, Oramas presents the live premiere of I Got You in a surreal night that blends sound and visual atmosphere. Joined by Povedano and special guests, the event promises an immersive experience at one of Mérida’s most experimental cultural venues.
✨ A live audiovisual experience blending electronic sound, performance, and atmosphere.
📅 Date: Friday, January 30, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 PM
📍 Location: El Viento / Ánima
🎟 Admission: Check venue / RSVP recommended
🎶 Featuring: Oramas, Povedano & special guests
🎨 Part of: WAY — Week of Art Yucatán
January 31: Studio Visit — Rafael María (WAY Art Week Yucatán)
As part of WAY — Week of Art Yucatán, this studio visit invites the public into the working space of artist Rafael María for an intimate look at his creative process, materials, and current projects. A unique opportunity to experience contemporary art from within the studio environment and engage directly with the artist.
✨ An intimate studio encounter highlighting artistic process and dialogue.
📅 Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Artist’s Studio, Mérida
🎟 Access: RSVP required
🎨 Part of: WAY — Week of Art Yucatán
January 31 : BAR LATINO (Drinks and Food)
Boleros, mezcal, and old-school romance.
Una Velada de Gavilanes y Palomas takes over Bar Latino with the timeless music of José José, strong drinks, and a night made for singing along. Ritmo, bites, and that nostalgic, heartbreak energy in the air.
Date: Saturday, January 31
Time: From 1 PM
Venue: Bar Latino
Specials: 2×1 selected cocktails (5–7 PM) + complimentary mezcal with reservation
Come thirsty. Stay sentimental. 🕊️🥃
February 8, 11, 22 and 25 : 🌙 Night at the Museum (Tour & Canapés at El Pinar)
Step inside El Pinar after dark and experience history in a whole new way.
This intimate nighttime visit blends soft lighting, music, house-made bites, and curated drinks to create a calm and immersive atmosphere.
Enjoy a relaxed guided tour where light, sound, and ambiance transform the space into a unique sensory experience — a special evening designed for those who appreciate history at a slower, more meaningful pace.
🕯️ Dates & Times
- February 8: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
- Feb 11, 20 & 25: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
A cozy, exclusive evening to explore, taste, and stay awhile.
February 22 : El Lago de los Cisnes (Ballet)
A timeless classic, live on stage.
Swan Lake (El Lago de los Cisnes) returns with the Ballet de Yucatán, blending Cuban and Mexican talent in a performance full of strength, grace, and emotion. Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, sweeping choreography, and pure theater magic — the kind of night that never goes out of style.
Date: February 22
Time: 5:00 PM
Venue: Teatro Armando Manzanero
Tickets: Available now
An unforgettable evening for ballet lovers — or anyone craving something beautiful. 🩰✨
February 26 : ROSA · Burlesque Show
ROSA is a fully live burlesque stage performance that blends music, voice, and movement into an evening of sensuality, elegance, and artistic expression.
This immersive show features a live band, singers, dancers, and an acrobat, creating a powerful and refined experience where burlesque becomes art.
🎟️ Tickets available
✨ Discounted presale available
📅 Date: February 26, 2026
🕢 Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Venue: Teatro Carlos Acereto
📍 Location: Mérida, Yucatán
📲 Info & Tickets:
WhatsApp: 961 162 2790
WhatsApp: 999 255 9649
🌹 ROSA — where burlesque becomes art.
