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/
February 20 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
- Feb 20 & 25: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
A cozy, exclusive evening to explore, taste, and stay awhile.
February 21 : 1st International Folkloric Joy Festival Mérida–Kanasín 2026
Color, rhythm, and tradition take over the Patio de Cuerdas at Palacio de la Música. A celebration of regional and international folklore where dance, music, and heritage converge in vibrant live performances.
- February 21
- 2:00 PM
- At Palacio de la Música
- Free admission
An afternoon of cultural pride and global connection — movement as celebration.
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 25 : Proyección de Las Motitos
An open-door film night at Cineteca del Teatro Armando Manzanero. A relaxed yet culturally rich screening that invites cinephiles and the casually curious alike. Independent spirit, community vibe, and a screen that brings stories to life.
- February 25
- 7:00 PM
- At Teatro Armando Manzanero
- Free admission
Low-key. Local. Worth showing up for.
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.
March 7 : BORDERLINE FUNNY - COMEDY SHOW & BIRTHDAY BASH
Mérida, this one’s not your typical stand-up night — it’s chaos, celebration and big laughs all in one room.
Bree Frye Comedy joins forces with The Mochilero & Salón Gallos for a high-energy show packed with bold jokes, crowd moments and party vibes. Hosted by Esewey and soundtracked by DJ Fre-Quency, the night doesn’t end when the punchlines stop… it turns into a full afterparty.
Come for the comedy, stay for the birthday bash.
📅 Saturday, March 7
📍 Salón Gallos — Calle 63 #459-B
🚪 Doors: 7:00 PM
🎤 Show: 8:00 PM
🎉 Afterparty: 10:00 PM
🎟 $250 MXN — Show + Afterparty
🎟 $400 MXN — Entry for 2
🎟 $150 MXN — Afterparty only
This isn’t just a comedy show.
It’s a vibe. Come ready to laugh loud.
