Mérida’s live music scene is constantly evolving—flowing through intimate bars, open-air venues, cultural spaces, and vibrant nighttime gatherings across the city. From acoustic sessions and jazz nights to high-energy bands and experimental performances, Mérida offers a rich variety of sounds for every kind of music lover.
This ongoing guide highlights standout live music events happening throughout the city, showcasing the artists, venues, and experiences that bring Mérida’s musical spirit to life. Check back often for new performances and fresh recommendations as the rhythm of the city continues to grow.
Wednesdays : Senza — Acoustic Wednesdays with Javier Alcalá
A weekly acoustic session that highlights local talent in an intimate, relaxed setting. Javier Alcalá brings original music and acoustic interpretations to Senza, creating a cozy mid-week experience perfect for unwinding with good food, drinks, and live music.
📅 Wednesdays — 9:00 PM
📍 https://maps.google.com/?q=Senza+Mérida
🎟️ Free entry
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/senza.mx/
February 18 : Piano recital - "Amore d'époque"
Romantic piano, up close. Amore d’Époque brings together pianists Omar Álvarez and Yanina Kelly for an intimate recital featuring works by Liszt, Chopin, Rachmaninov, and Tchaikovsky. A refined evening of music, conversation, and atmosphere. 🎹
📅 Date: Wednesday, February 18
📍 Venue: El Pinar, Mérida
🎶 Program: Piano works by Liszt, Chopin, Rachmaninov & Tchaikovsky
🍽️ Includes: Wine and canapes
🎟️ Tickets: $600 👉+52 999 3807710
February 18: Renacer Mestizo – 56 Años de Historia
A celebration of legacy through music.
Renacer Mestizo marks 56 years of history with a special performance at Teatro Armando Manzanero. An evening dedicated to honoring cultural roots through sound, tradition, and live performance in one of Mérida’s most emblematic theaters.
• Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
• Time: 8:00 PM
• Location: Teatro Armando Manzanero
• Admission: Free entry
A night to celebrate heritage and musical memory. 🎶
February 19: La Guitarra en Tránsito – Jean Carlo Castillo
Strings in motion.
Jean Carlo Castillo presents La Guitarra en Tránsito, an intimate guitar concert at Galería del Callejón del Congreso. A refined evening centered on melody, technique, and expressive performance.
• Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM
• Location: Galería del Callejón del Congreso
• Admission: Free entry
For lovers of guitar and subtle virtuosity. 🎸
February 19: Febrero, Mes del Ejército y Fuerza Aérea Mexicanos
A tribute in concert form.
This special program honors Mexico’s Army and Air Force through a live performance at Palacio de la Música. A patriotic and cultural evening inside one of the city’s most important music venues.
• Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
• Time: 6:00 PM
• Location: Palacio de la Música – Sala de Conciertos
• Admission: Free entry
Music as tribute and tradition.
February 19: Relatos Sonoros – Monserrat Rodríguez Gómez
Stories told through sound.
Monserrat Rodríguez Gómez brings Relatos Sonoros to the Auditorio del Centro Cultural Olimpo — a performance blending narrative and music in a reflective, immersive format.
• Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM
• Location: Auditorio del Centro Cultural Olimpo
• Admission: Free entry
An evening where sound becomes storytelling.
February 19: Luz Elena y José Bustamante
Voices that resonate.
Luz Elena and José Bustamante take the stage at Centro Cultural Olimpo for a live concert highlighting vocal performance and regional repertoire.
• Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
• Time: 8:30 PM
• Location: Auditorio del Centro Cultural Olimpo
• Admission: Free entry
A beautiful way to close the night in Centro Histórico. ✨
February 21: Concierto Didáctico – Maaya K’aay
Music as learning.
Maaya K’aay presents a didactic concert at Palacio de la Música, offering an educational and interactive musical experience designed for audiences of all ages.
• Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
• Time: 12:00 PM
• Location: Palacio de la Música – Museo Interactivo
• Admission: Included with museum ticket
An engaging midday experience for curious minds. 🎶
February 21 : Merida Groove (Soul, Funk and R&B Concert)
Soul, funk, and R&B take over the night.
Casa Gemela hosts Mérida Groove, a live concert packed with smooth rhythms, tight grooves, and local talent bringing serious energy to the stage. Expect vintage vibes, great musicianship, and a perfect Saturday soundtrack.
Date: Saturday, February 21
Time: 7 PM
Venue: Casa Gemela (Itzimná)
Admission: $550 (includes a glass of wine)
- Tickets: casagemela.com
- Reservation: 999 154 1347 or 999 291 6517
February 22: Nuestra Orquesta, Nuestra Música
An orchestral showcase.
A midday concert at Palacio de la Música celebrating orchestral repertoire and collective musicianship inside the Sala de Conciertos.
• Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
• Time: 12:00 PM
• Location: Palacio de la Música – Sala de Conciertos
• Admission: Tickets available at box office
A refined Sunday plan in the historic center.
February 24 : Candlelight Concerts: Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons in Mérida
Candlelight brings its signature multisensory concert experience to Mérida, transforming iconic venues into intimate musical settings illuminated entirely by candlelight. This edition features Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons, performed live at the Palacio de la Música, offering a magical evening where classical music meets atmosphere and emotion.
Guests are immersed in a warm, elegant ambiance that elevates the listening experience, making it ideal for both classical music lovers and those seeking a unique cultural plan in the city.
.📅 February 24- 21:00
Location: Palacio de la Música, Mérida
Duration: 65 minutes
Doors open: 30 minutes before the concert
Age: 8+ (under 16 must attend with an adult)
Seating: Assigned by arrival order within each zone
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible (check availability per session)
February 24: Martes de Trova
A classic Mérida tradition.
Martes de Trova continues its beloved weekly format at Centro Cultural Olimpo, celebrating the romantic and poetic tradition of Yucatecan trova.
• Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
• Time: 8:00 PM
• Location: Centro Cultural Olimpo
• Admission: Free entry
Because Tuesdays in Mérida sound like trova. 🎶
February 24: Muestra de Febrero – El Amor y la Canción Van Primero
Love takes center stage.
This February showcase at Palacio de la Música highlights romantic repertoire in an evening dedicated to love and song.
• Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM
• Location: Palacio de la Música – Patio de Cuerdas
• Admission: Free entry
A heartfelt musical celebration. ❤️
February 25: En Lenguas Originarias – Orquesta Comunitaria de Cuerdas “Renacer”
Cultural voices in harmony.
The Orquesta Comunitaria de Cuerdas “Renacer” presents a concert in native languages at CECUNY, blending identity, heritage, and orchestral sound.
• Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
• Time: 6:00 PM
• Location: Instituto Cultural de Yucatán “CECUNY”
• Admission: Free entry
Music that preserves and celebrates roots.
February 26: Vibraciones Florclóricas – Folclor y Sonoridades Contemporáneas
Tradition meets contemporary sound.
An evening at Centro Cultural Olimpo exploring folkloric influences and modern musical textures in one dynamic program.
• Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM
• Location: Auditorio del Centro Cultural Olimpo
• Admission: Free entry
Where folklore evolves.
February 26: Miguel Solís – La Trova y Sus Raíces
Back to the roots of trova.
Miguel Solís closes the night at Centro Cultural Olimpo with a concert dedicated to the foundations and history of Yucatecan trova.
• Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026
• Time: 8:30 PM
• Location: Auditorio del Centro Cultural Olimpo
• Admission: Free entry
An intimate tribute to the city’s musical soul. ✨
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.
📅 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
February 28 : Back in Time - Educational Concert Experience
Music becomes a time machine inside the interactive halls of Palacio de la Música.
“Back in Time” is a didactic concert designed to guide audiences — especially families — through the evolution of sound, rhythm, and instruments. Expect live demonstrations, storytelling, and immersive moments that make classical music feel alive, accessible, and unexpectedly fun.
- February 28
- 12:00 PM
- At Palacio de la Música
- Museum access required
An inspiring midday cultural escape for curious minds of all ages.
February 28 : Opera Gala: Il Canto del Ritorno
An evening where voices rise and linger in the air. The concert hall at Palacio de la Música sets the stage for a grand operatic gala — powerful arias, dramatic interpretations, and timeless compositions performed live.
- February 28
- 7:00 PM
- At Palacio de la Música
- Free admission
Refined. Emotional. A classic night out wrapped in elegance.
March 13 & March 15 : Opera - La voz humana con Victoria Songwei Li
Opera, raw and intimate. Soprano Victoria Songwei Li brings Poulenc’s La voix humaine to life, alongside Stravinsky’s Pulcinella Suite, with the OSY under Alfonso Scarano. A night of emotion, drama, and unforgettable music. 🎶
- Date and Time:
Friday, March 13 – 8 P.M
Sunday, March 15 – 12 P.M
- Venue: Palacio de la Música
- Admission: $150, $200 and $300
March 20 & March 22 : Concert - Tchaikovsky y Alban Berg (90th Anniversary)
From memory to triumph. Violinist Valerio Scarano joins the OSY for Berg’s Violin Concerto “To the Memory of an Angel”, followed by Tchaikovsky’s powerful Symphony No. 5, under Alfonso Scarano. A night of depth, intensity, and soaring emotion. 🎶
- Date and Time:
Friday, March 20 – 8 P.M
Sunday, March 22 – 12 P.M
- Venue: Palacio de la Música
- Admission: $150, $200 and $300
March 27 & March 29 : Concert - Semana Santa (Pergolesi 290)
Faith, Love, and Eternity. Experience the emotional power of the OSY’s Holy Week program. From the baroque mastery of Pergolesi (celebrating 290 years) to the grandiosity of Wagner’s Parsifal and Isolde.
- Date and Time:
Friday, March 27 – 8 P.M
Sunday, March 29 – 12 P.M
- Venue: Palacio de la Música
- Admission: $150, $250 and $350
April 17 & April 19 : Concert - Daniel Ayala (120th Anniversary) y la Escocesa de Mendelsshon
Mayan legends and Scottish landscapes. Join the OSY as we honor the 120th anniversary of Yucatecan composer Daniel Ayala with his mystical ballet suite La gruta diabólica. Guest conductor Alejandro Basulto leads a diverse program featuring Alexander Ovcharov on oboe, followed by the sweeping melodies of Mendelssohn’s iconic Symphony No. 3 “Scottish”.
- Date and Time:
Friday, April 17 – 8 P.M
Sunday, April 19 – 12 P.M
- Venue: Palacio de la Música
- Admission: $150, $200 and $300
April 24 & April 26 : Concert - Tubby la Tuba y la Italiana de Mendelssohn
Whimsical stories and Italian sunshine. Join the OSY for a charming program featuring the beloved musical tale of Tubby the Tuba, narrated by Andrea Herrera and featuring Carlos Rodríguez on tuba. Under the guest direction of Laura Reyes, the journey continues through the haunting Danse Macabre, the iconic Somewhere Over the Rainbow, and the joyful energy of Mendelssohn’s Italian Symphony.
- Date and Time:
Friday, April 24 – 8 P.M
Sunday, April 26 – 12 P.M
- Venue: Palacio de la Música
- Admission: $150, $200 and $300
May 15 & May 17 : Concert - El arte de la transcripción, de Mussorgsky a Ravel
The Art of Transcription: From Mussorgsky to Ravel. Experience the raw power of Mussorgsky’s original piano masterpiece, Pictures at an Exhibition, performed by soloist Jorge Medina. The OSY, led by Alfonso Scarano, then brings the same work to life through Ravel’s legendary orchestral transcription, along with the haunting Night on Bald Mountain. A fascinating journey through color and sound.
- Date and Time:
Friday, May 15 – 8 P.M
Sunday, May 17 – 12 P.M
- Venue: Palacio de la Música
- Admission: $150, $200 and $300
May 22 & May 24 : Opera - Italian Prima Donna
The magic of the Italian “Prima Donna”. Join the OSY for an extraordinary evening dedicated to the greatest heroines of opera. Italian soprano Gloria Giurgola joins Alfonso Scarano to bring to life the passion and drama of Verdi, Puccini, Rossini, and Donizetti. From the soaring melodies of La Traviata and La Bohème to the breathtaking intensity of Lucia di Lammermoor, it’s a night of pure vocal brilliance.
- Date and Time:
Friday, May 22 – 8 P.M
Sunday, May 24 – 12 P.M
- Venue: Palacio de la Música
- Admission: $150, $250 and $350
May 29 & May 31 : Double concerto - Mendelssohn / Pinelo (60th Anniversary) / Wagner
Virtuosity and Romantic mastery. Join the OSY for a brilliant evening featuring Mendelssohn’s rare and beautiful Double Concerto for Violin, Piano, and Orchestra with soloists Christopher Collins and Irina Decheva. Guest conductor Alejandro Basulto leads the journey from the local charm of Pinelo Río’s Ballet Palenque to the majestic operatic worlds of Wagner’s Lohengrin and Rienzi.
- Date and Time:
Friday, May 29 – 8 P.M
Sunday, May 31 – 12 P.M
- Venue: Palacio de la Música
- Admission: $150, $200 and $300
June 5 & June 7 : Concert - Noche de Zarzuela
Passion, tradition, and the soul of Spain. This June, the OSY invites you to a vibrant “Noche de Zarzuela” featuring the powerful voice of tenor Ricardo Calderón. Experience a journey through beloved classics by Chapí, Sorozábal, Moreno Torroba, and the iconic “Granada” by Agustín Lara, all under the direction of Alfonso Scarano.
- Date and Time:
Friday, June 5 – 8 P.M
Sunday, June 7 – 12 P.M
- Venue: Palacio de la Música
- Admission: $150, $200 and $300
