Art & Culture

Merida’s Carnival 2024 Calendar of Events

WED, FEBRUARY 7 8pm Palacio Municipal Calle 62 x 61 y 63 Celebrate the traditional “BURNING OF THE BAD MOOD”, a the presentation of the Rey Momo Award to Morita, and then everyone dances to the rhythm of MERENGLASS. Wednesday, February 7, 8 pm, at the Municipal Palace squareEvent completely free with no need for …

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Feb 9-13 The Re-Evolution Carnival of Mérida 2024: from Fantasy to Innovation

It’s that time of year again and the festivities are here! Pre-carnival activities have been happening since late January and the parades start on February 9th.  For Calendar of Events Carnival in Latin America has a rich and diverse history that reflects the cultural amalgamation of indigenous, European, and African traditions. While each country and …

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Merida Fest Closing Night: Inheritances: Yahal Kab 45 Years of Music

This grand night of music and Yucatecan tradition is not to miss! On the closing night of the Merida Fest at Santa Lucia Park, there will be an incredible show for the whole family. 01/24/20248:00 PMLocation: Santa Lucía ParkAddress: 55th Street x 60, DowntownCost: Free event The Yahal Kab Group celebrates its 45 years of …

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Bodega 77 Serpentosa Restaurant Art & Gastronomy Center in Mejorada

Monday, January 22, 2024 ART CENTER Bodega 77 and Serpentosa breakfast and lunch restaurant is an art center located in the Mejorada neighborhood. The building is very cool being an old henequen warehouse, so it has a large industrial feel with a lush patio area where you can relax and have a coffee or enjoy …

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The Weekend Jan 19-21 Upcoming Merida Fest Music Events!

Lots of great and FREE events coming up this weekend. Here is a line-up if you love music! Previous Next FRIDAY Mérida Hip Hop Festival 2024 Friday to Sunday 19/01/2024Friday 5pmSaturday 10amSunday 11am Location: Mejorada ParkAddress: Calle 50 between 59 and 57, CentroCost: Free Event What’s it about? From January 19 to 21, Urban Art …

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Elena Mikhailova “Most Prestigious Violinists in the World” at the Merida Fest Jan 20 & 21st

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQIuQnezLAU Night of Cultures: Elena Mikhailova + Ricardo Ribeiro (Portugal) Saturday Jan 20th 21:00 Location: Plaza Grande  Address: Plaza de la calle 60 por 61, 63 y 62, Centro Histórico Previous Next  Enjoy the talent of these international artists: *Elena Mikhailova. Considered one of the great violinists worldwide, of Russian origin residing in Madrid, Elena …

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Celebrating 50 Years of Yucatecan Singer Songwriter Jorge Buenfil

Jorge Buenfil Concert Tonight 8pm at Paseo 60 on Calle 60 x 35 Previous Next Jorge Buenfil Ávila is a Yucatecan singer and songwriter known for his contributions to the trova genre, particularly in the Yucatán Peninsula. Buenfil is recognized for his musical career and his efforts to preserve and promote Yucatecan trova. He has been …

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Urban Treasures & Antiques in the “Magical Neighborhoods” of San Sebastian and La Ermita

The “barrios magicos” of San Sebastian and La Ermita are some of Merida’s oldest neighborhoods and you feel the history in the air as you walk down the brick laden streets. The stories of love, passion, betrayal and the mundane in and outs of life permeate every wall and street corner that have seen generations …

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Merida Celebrates 482 Years with the Merida Fest January 5-24th 

It’s Merida’s 482nd anniversary and it will be a month filled with arts, culture, music, theater, dance and incredible vibes! FOR FULL SCHEDULE CLICK HERE FOR THE MERIDA FEST WEBSITE With the participation of around 550 artists from different countries, among whom Fey, Juan Pablo Manzanero, Gondwana, and Ricardo Ribeiro stand out, from the 5th …

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Merida Inaugurates an Immersive Park Combining Technology, Culture, and Tradition

Merida Inaugurates an Immersive Park Combining Technology, Culture, and Tradition Wednesday December 13 La Peni, the first immersive park in Latin America, is a new treasure for Mérida. A space that combines technology, culture, and tradition, to offer a unique experience to visitors. The park will be located in the space formed by la ex …

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