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.
El Pinar – Night Museum Experience
Experience an unforgettable evening inside one of Mérida’s most iconic Belle Époque mansions. The Night Museum at El Pinar offers a guided nighttime tour through the historic residence, followed by live piano music, Belle Époque–inspired canapés, and beverages. An intimate and elegant cultural experience perfect for the holiday season.
📅 December 5, 10, 30 | January 2, 9, 22, 28 — 7:00 p.m.
📍 https://maps.google.com/?q=El+Pinar+Merida
🎟️ Reservations via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elpinar_merida/
CAAY – Yucatán Artists & Artisans Collective
Discover the work of more than 70 artists and artisans at CAAY’s annual Christmas showcase, featuring handcrafted pieces in wood, textiles, ceramics, glass, leather, paper, jewelry, and more. This vibrant expo-sale is the perfect opportunity to support local creators and find unique handmade gifts for the holidays.
📅 December 5, 6, 7 — 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
📍 Centro de Convenciones Siglo XXI, Uxmal 3
https://maps.app.goo.gl/h2eCAYgVirrB89UY9
🎟️ Free Admission
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CAAYmid/
School of Silversmithing & Filigree – Student Exhibition & Sale
This intimate exhibition highlights the delicate handcrafted jewelry pieces created by students of the School of Silversmithing & Filigree. The event features original filigree work, elegant metal designs, and one-of-a-kind pieces displayed inside Atelier B&G, offering a warm and artistic atmosphere.
📅 December 4 — 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
📍 Atelier B&G, Calle 43 #464 x 52 y 54, Centro
https://www.google.com/maps/search/B%26G+Atelier+464+Calle+43+Merida
🎟️ Free admission
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escueladeorfebreriayfiligrana/
Mérida Fest – Mérida, History & Poetry
As part of Mérida’s 484th anniversary celebrations, this literary talk brings together María Teresa Mézquita Méndez and Gonzalo Navarrete Muñoz to explore the city’s history and poetic legacy. A cultural offering designed for audiences of all ages as part of the Mérida Fest 2026 program.
📅 January 5 — 7:00 p.m.
📍 Centro Cultural José Martí
🎟️ Free admission
🔗 Full program: https://www.merida.gob.mx/meridafest
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/
