MID City Top Picks: Music, Art & Cultural Events in Merida, Yucatan

MID CityBeat Top Picks This Week |  Upcoming Events in Yucatán

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12

MUSEUM | El Pinar Mérida: Museum at Night
7:00 PM
El Pinar Mérida
$600 MXN per person — includes drinks and canapés
Celebrate El Pinar’s first anniversary with a special evening inside this beautiful historic mansion, including cake and surprises throughout the night.

MUSIC | Wednesday Trova with Trío Celeste
8:00 PM
Museo de la Canción Yucateca
$100 MXN donation
Enjoy traditional Yucatecan music performed by Trío Celeste in a museum dedicated to preserving the musical heritage of Yucatán.

CONCERT | CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso: Free Spirits World Tour
9:00 PM
Foro GNP Seguros
Ticketed event
Argentine duo CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso bring their Free Spirits World Tour to Mérida.

COMMUNITY | Cicloturixes Night Bike Ride #711
Departure: 9:00 PM
Parque de Santa Ana
FREE
Grab your bike and join Cicloturixes for their popular Wednesday evening group ride through Mérida.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 13

MUSIC | Los Juglares Sinfónico: Tribute to the Greats
6:30 PM & 8:30 PM
Teatro Armando Manzanero
Ticketed event
Los Juglares present a symphonic evening paying tribute to some of the great names and songs of romantic Latin music.

FILM | El Cine Club: Compartiendo Cine Mérida
August 13–16
8:00 PM
Centro Cultural Habla
FREE
Four evenings of itinerant cinema bringing film lovers together for screenings at Centro Cultural Habla.

MUSIC | UATS: A Night of Jazz, Groove & Improvisation
8:00 PM
Palacio de la Música
Ticketed event
A night of jazz, groove and improvisation featuring Javier Burin, Tío La Bomba, Maxi Sayes and Teby Frontera.

CONCERT | Paulo Londra: Next Rounds Tour
9:00 PM
Foro GNP Seguros
Ticketed event
Argentine singer and rapper Paulo Londra brings his Next Rounds Tour to Mérida.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 14

ART | Opening: “Los Rituales de la Mirada” by Fernando Castro Pacheco
11:00 AM
Centro Cultural Fernando Castro Pacheco
FREE
Discover a new exhibition honoring the work and legacy of renowned Yucatecan artist Fernando Castro Pacheco.

MUSIC | Friday Trova with Trío Flamingos
7:00 PM
Palacio de la Música
FREE
Spend Friday evening enjoying traditional Yucatecan trova performed by Trío Flamingos.

 Pazza Bazar & FOOD FESTIVAL

August 14–16, 2026
Paseo 60, Mérida
Free Admission

Friday, August 14: 5:00–10:00 PM
Good food, live music and local brands.

Saturday, August 15: 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
Activities including Pilates, crochet workshops and more, plus live music beginning at 5:00 PM.

Sunday, August 16: 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
Breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner plus a full day to enjoy Paseo 60.

Three days of delicious food, live music, local brands, workshops, wellness activities and family-friendly entertainment in one of Mérida’s favorite gathering places.

FOOD FESTIVAL | 3rd Seyé Salbut Festival

Saturday, August 15
From 5:00 PM
Seyé, Yucatán
Free Admission

Celebrate one of Yucatán’s most beloved traditional dishes while enjoying music, local vendors, and family-friendly festivities.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lacarteleramid

FOOD & FAMILY

Heladiza Fest – Ice Cream & Dessert Festival

Saturday, August 15
2:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Sunday, August 16
12:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Gran Parque La Plancha, Mérida
Free Admission

Cool off with artisan ice cream, popsicles, desserts, specialty sweets, food vendors, entertainment and activities for the whole family.

BOXING & FREESTYLE | La Madre de Todas las Batallas 3: Guerra de Castas
 Saturday August 15th 6:00 PM
Parque de Béisbol Kukulcán
Ticketed event
A major night combining boxing and freestyle battles at Parque Kukulcán.

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NATURE & BAZAAR

Corredor Botánico – Plant Bazaar

Free Admission

A series of botanical markets featuring local growers, artisan vendors and plant lovers throughout Mérida.

Upcoming Dates:

* August 16 — Biciruta (next to FONACOT) | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
* August 16 — Parque Zoológico del Centenario | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
* August 23 — Parque de La Ermita | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
* August 29 — Parque de La Mejorada | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Exclusive Health & Wellness Event for Expats & Snowbirds

August 19–20, 2026
Starting at 1:00 PM
Amerimed Hospital Mérida

Event is free to attend but if you’d like special hospital packages, they have these available for those on the tour

* Laboratory Package — $300 MXN
* Specialist Consultation — $800 MXN

Info: 52 554 074 1904

Meet with specialists in neurology, cardiology and orthopedics, learn about healthcare options in Mérida and enjoy a complimentary welcome brunch for registered attendees.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 21

LIVE MUSIC

Banda de Música X.R.M.

Friday, August 21, 2026 (Rescheduled)
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Gastronomic Market, Gran Parque La Plancha
Free Admission

Enjoy an evening of live music performed by the X.R.M. Band of the Tenth Region in the heart of Parque La Plancha’s Gastronomic Market. A perfect way to kick off the weekend with great music and a lively atmosphere.

MUSIC | X.R.M. Music Band at Parque La Plancha
6:00–7:00 PM
Mercado Gastronómico, Parque La Plancha
FREE
The X.R.M. Music Band of the Tenth Region performs live at La Plancha’s Mercado Gastronómico.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 22

FOOD & LIFESTYLE | Chill & Grill San Benito Vol. 6
1:00–6:00 PM
San Benito / Club Sibarita
General $1,000 MXN | Sibarita members $800 | Ages 7–17 $500 | Infants FREE
A relaxed family day with pool access, the Mar area, lounge beds, grilled food and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 25

BUSINESS | Google, Social Media & Artificial Intelligence Conference
10:00 AM & 1:30 PM
CANACO Mérida, Av. Itzáes 273, García Ginerés
FREE — registration required
A free conference for businesses and entrepreneurs covering Google, social media and artificial intelligence. Limited capacity.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26

MUSIC | Mexico & Colombia United Through Music
8:00 PM
Museo de la Canción Yucateca A.C.
$225 MXN
A musical meeting between Mexico and Colombia featuring Colombia’s Artes Trío, including requinto player Diego Barrera, together with Mexico’s Trío TrovaNova and the traditions of Yucatecan trova.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 29 & SUNDAY, AUGUST 30

GASTRONOMY | Feria del Queso de Bola
Plazoleta at Parque La Plancha
Saturday, August 29: 4:00–10:00 PM
Sunday, August 30: 12:00–10:00 PM
FREE ENTRY
Celebrate one of the most iconic ingredients in Yucatecan cooking! Around 40 exhibitors will offer foods, desserts, beverages and other creations made with queso de bola.

MARKET | First Artisan & Homemade Market at Parque La Plancha
August 29 & 30
5:00–10:00 PM
Parque La Plancha
FREE to attend
A new market created to support local talent and showcase handmade products and Yucatecan artisans. Vendor spaces are $500 MXN.

MUSIC | Mérida Big Band – Oldies Big Band

Sunday, August 30
7:00 PM
Teatro Daniel Ayala
Tickets Available

The Mérida Big Band performs timeless classics during the Héctor Herrera Festival.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meridabigband
Tickets: https://eventos.tusboletos.mx

CULTURE

Oktoberfest Yucatán 2026

October 9–11, 2026
Mérida (Venue to be announced)
Tickets: Coming Soon

Germany’s most famous celebration returns to Yucatán with traditional food, authentic beer, live music, dancing and entertainment for the entire family. Prost!

CONCERT | Sonora Santanera & Sonora Dinamita Symphonic Gala

Sunday, October 18
7:30 PM
Teatro Armando Manzanero
Tickets Available

La Única Internacional Sonora Santanera and La Original Sonora Dinamita join a 70-piece symphony orchestra for a spectacular concert featuring special guest Myriam Montemayor.

Tickets: https://eventos.tusboletos.mx
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tusboletos_mx

MUSIC | Mérida Jazz Festival Returns

November 2026 (Dates TBA)
Paseo de Montejo, Mérida
Free admission

The City of Mérida has announced the return of the Mérida Jazz Festival. The event will feature local, national, and international musicians performing outdoors along Paseo de Montejo. Exact dates and lineup will be announced soon.