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/
April 9, 16 & 23 + April 11 & 18 – Guided Museum Visits at Casa Modeon
Step into a nostalgic journey through sound and history at Casa Modeon, where music comes alive through a fascinating collection of gramophones, phonographs, and mechanical musical devices. Each guided visit offers an intimate experience that transports you to another era, where every piece tells a story and every note evokes emotion.
Perfect for music lovers, history enthusiasts, or anyone looking for a unique cultural experience in Mérida, these tours blend education and atmosphere in a beautifully curated space. With limited capacity, each visit ensures a more personal and immersive encounter with the collection.
Private visits are also available upon prior reservation, making it a great option for special plans or group experiences.
Date: Thursdays April 9, 16 & 23, 2026 / Saturdays April 11 & 18, 2026
Time: Thursdays – 5:00 PM / Saturdays – 4:00 PM
Location: Casa Modeon
Admission: $250 MXN General / $150 MXN Children & INAPAM
Reservation via WhatsApp: +52 999 992 9149
April 19 : Printmaking Workshop: Your Own Corner of Mérida 🎨
If you’ve ever thought “I’m not artistic,” this workshop is for you. It’s a relaxed, hands-on experience where you’ll get to experiment, meet new people, and probably surprise yourself with what you create.
Led by artist and printmaker Emanuele Li Pira, you’ll go through the full process—from developing your image to engraving a copper plate, inking it, and printing your final piece using traditional techniques like etching and aquatint.
📅 Date: April 19, May 17 & 31, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Zapote 70, Centro, Mérida
💵 $1000 MXN (individual) / $1800 MXN (duo)
⚠️ Limited to 10 spots
What you’ll take home: your engraved copper plate, inked and framed (ready to hang), plus two prints of your artwork. All materials are included, along with drinks and the full creative experience.
No prior experience needed—just curiosity and willingness to try something new.
April 25 : 🚀 Outer Space - Beyond the Atmosphere
Step outside our planet… and into the unknown.
A fascinating journey into the vastness of space, where silence, darkness, and extreme conditions redefine what we think of as “empty.”
✨ What to expect:
– A captivating projection inside the planetarium dome
– Insights into what really exists in the “vacuum” of space
– A family-friendly, educational experience that sparks curiosity
📅 April 25, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Centro Cultural Olimpo
🎟️ Free admission
⚠️ Limited capacity
Perfect for curious minds of all ages—whether you’re into science, space, or just looking for something different to experience in the city.
April 26 : Workshop - A Look at the Sun
Get closer to the star that makes life possible.
Experience the Sun like never before through a specialized telescope and discover its secrets, energy, and fascinating behavior.
✨ What to expect:
– Safe solar observation with a filtered telescope
– Fun and educational facts about the Sun’s physical characteristics
– A family-friendly science experience for all ages
📅 April 26, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Museo de Historia Natural de Mérida
🎟️ Free admission
⚠️ Weather dependent
A perfect morning plan to learn, explore, and connect with the universe—starting with our closest star 🌞
