Merida, Yucatan has a vibrant art and culture scene and we let you know about all the great art and cultural events in the city!
June 17, 2024 Armando Manzanero, often hailed as the king of Latin romance, was a prolific Mexican singer, composer, and pianist whose timeless ballads have touched hearts across generations and continents. Born on December 7, 1935, in Mérida, Yucatán, Manzanero’s extraordinary career spanned over seven decades, making him one of the most influential and beloved […]
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June 14, 2024 We love to see the incredible traditions of this beautiful state. One of the most treasured is the Vaqueria Yucateca which you can see each Monday at 9pm in La Ermita Park (Calle 66 x 77). The weekly show consists of the dances that are described below, but the story of these
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Noche Blanca is Merida’s biggest cultural night this year happening May 24th & May 25th and there are literally hundreds of events so when trying to figure out where to go, it can be a bit overwhelming. Friday the 24th is the eve and Saturday the 25th is the main night. Really, you can’t go
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La Noche Blanca 2024 celebrates “Learning is the Beauty of Living”. In its 17th edition, learning transcends mere acquisition of knowledge to become an immersive artistic experience. Mérida will come alive on May 24th and 25th, offering a rich tapestry of cultural activities. Museums, galleries, cultural centers, restaurants, and the vibrant artistic community will unite
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April 30th and May 1st the art and design collective NUUP Colectivo who houses Takto Design and Blanco Mate Interior Designs, had an open house where art, furniture, objects, interior designs and fashion were all on display. The artists and designers are internationally known and recognized and their work is absolutely stunning. At their gallery
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Updated April 23, 2024 Mérida, a city known for its vibrant colors and undeniable beauty, holds a treasure trove of unique neighborhoods. One of these neighborhoods, nestled within the heart of the Yucatecan capital, has captured the attention and hearts of both locals and visitors alike. At first view, it looks like a regular neighborhood
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Written by Stephanie Carmon April 25, 2024 I have always been drawn to street art. It is rebellious in nature, true expression put out for all to see, with no regard to whether one wants to see it or not. It is a vulnerable and risky way to express one’s innermost thoughts, and many times
Hip Hop and the Graffiti Art Scene Merida: Homage to the Yucatecan Mestizo Read More »
At MID CityBeat we continue our journey to find the best of Merida and Yucatan in general. This week we have visited some fabulous galleries that we believe are worth checking out.
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Touring Yucatan is a trip to the very heart of the Mayan civilization where multiple stories will accompany you on a path of culture and learning that is thousands of years old. We went through thirty-one museums in the city, however, this is the list of our top seven. Each one has its own magic
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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
Urban Treasures & Antiques in the “Magical Neighborhoods” of San Sebastian and La Ermita Read More »