MONDAYS: VAQUERIA YUCATECA TRADITIONAL YUCATECAN FOLK DANCING AND JARANA The ballet of the Mérida City Council represents the town’s festivities which goes back to the 18th century. Enjoy regional music, dress, and sing along with the traditional “bombas” in this wonderful performance. Monday | Ermita Park (New temporary venue) Monday Hours: 21:00 – 22:00 hrs …
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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Music, dance, gastronomy, workshops,talks and more! Páayt’aan festival is in its third edition and will offer more than 40 cultural and gastronomic activities. It will take place in Izamal, Yucatán, from February 29 to March 3. This festival aims to promote the exchange of voices and knowledge among the identities that coexist in the Yucatán …
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Dive into the vibrant world of the 2nd International Market for Peninsular Design. Head to Salon Gallos on Saturday, February 24th, and Sunday, February 25th, 2024 to experience the best in design from artists based in Yucatan. It will showcase a treasure trove of local fashion, furniture, jewelry, and more. There will be live music, …
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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 …
Casa Mo & Casa Mo Outlet: Restoring Cultural Gems for Your House Written by Stephanie Carmon In July of 2019, I met Alfredo the owner of CasaMo a furniture store and gallery where you can find exceptional and rare treasures from the Modern Mexico Era (1920-1960’s more or less). He has a keen eye and …
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Friday July 28 We are excited to see the Merida, Yucatán has three official barrios mágicos: La Ermita, San Sebastián & Xcalachén Presented by Miguel Torruco Marqués, Secretary of Tourism of Mexico, the “Barrios Mágicos de México” program is a national tourism initiative designed to promote urban tourism in Mexico’s enchanting neighborhoods. This program complements …
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August 19th & 20th 6pm Tahmek, Yucatán Prepare to be captivated by the Maya Balloon Festival, an event where the sky comes alive with the ascent of paper lanterns and hot air balloons. This event takes place from August 19th to 20th in Tahmek, Yucatan, promises an experience that blends art, culture, and the joy …
Mexico is a happy and colorful nation, and you can see this every day in the people, its streets, clothing, and also in its food. Just by looking at its incredible gastronomy, we can imagine the amount of cultural richness that overflows in every corner of the country, from street food to high-end restaurants. Mexican …
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Although the Yucatecan Riviera doesn’t get as much attention as the Caribbean or Pacific beaches of Mexico, the gulf beaches here are absolutely stunning, especially in the summer. You have spectacular sunsets and the clear waters are calming and beautiful. Today we will tell you about 5 beautiful beaches, in addition to the most popular …