Children’s Week is coming up in Mérida, which means a week full of fun and adventure for the little ones in the house. To honor and recognize the importance of children in society, it is celebrated on April 30th each year in Merida. The history of Children’s Day dates back to the early 20th century when child labor was prevalent, and children’s rights were often overlooked. However, in 1925, the World Conference for the Well-being of Children was held in Geneva, and it was declared that every country should have a day dedicated to celebrating children.
In Merida, this week, there will be various activities planned for children to celebrate Children’s Day. These activities include games, crafts, music, and more. The city aims to provide a fun and safe environment for children to play and learn while celebrating their importance in society. Families visiting Merida can join in the celebrations and make lasting memories with their children.
From April 26th to 30th, the city of Mérida will be dressed up in celebration of the kids in their house. There will be a great variety of activities for all ages. Kids can enjoy storytelling, handicraft workshops, and games in different parks and public squares throughout the city. There will also be screenings of children’s movies in some squares and parks.
It was announced that more than 23 events for the whole family will take place in three different locations assigned for the event: the Zoológico Animaya (Animaya Zoo Park), the Pabellón Alegría (located on Avenida Jacinto Canek) Calle 124c with 55, next to Plaza Canek), and the Colonia Dolores Otero.
Here are all the activities for Children’s Week:
April 26th
Feria de la Salud Infantil (Child Health Fair)
From 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Plaza Grande
For girls and boys from 3rd to 6th grade, learn
to take care of your health with fun games and activities.
Proyecciones Ciclo de Cine (Cinema Cycle Screenings)
Centro Cultural del Sur
4:00 p.m. Minions 2: The Rise of Gru
6:00 p.m. DC Super Pets.
*The films will be projected in Spanish
Celebremos Juntos la Seguridad (Let’s Celebrate Safety Together)
6:00 p.m. at Parque Maria Luisa, Col. María Luisa.
April 27th
Celebremos Juntos la Seguridad (Let’s Celebrate Safety Together)
6:00 p.m. Parque Cristo Rey, Col. Fidel Velázquez
Fun activities will be held to raise awareness about drug use among young people.
Proyecciones Ciclo de Cine (Cinema Cycle Screenings)
At the Centro Cultural del Sur
4:00 p.m. The Bad Guys
6:00 p.m. The Boss Baby: Family Business.
*The films will be projected in Spanish
April 28th
Proyecciones Ciclo de Cine (Movie Screening Schedule)
Centro Cultural del Sur.
4:00 p.m. Spider Inspector
6:00 p.m. Minions 2: The Rise of Gru.
*The films will be projected in Spanish
Premiación del Concurso Municipal de Dibujo (Municipal Drawing Contest Award Ceremony)
6:00 p.m. Payadzules Show.
April 29th
Diversión en el Centenario (Fun at the Centenario)
From 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Paseo Gratuito en Tren (Free Train Ride)
11:00 a.m. Children’s Show: Emoji.
12:00 p.m. Musical Concert: Uriel.
12:30 p.m. Musical Concert: Ciro Plata.
1:00 p.m. Tumben Lol Folkloric Ballet.
Noche Mexicana (Mexican Night)
7:30 p.m. Remate Paseo de Montejo
Featuring Morita and Andrea Herrera.
Proyecciones Ciclo de Cine (Movie Cycle Projections)
Centro Cultural del Sur.
12:00 p.m. The Bad Guys.
4:00 p.m. DC Super Pets League.
6:00 p.m. Spider Inspector.
*The films will be projected in Spanish
April 30th
Diversión en el Centenario (Fun at the Centenario)
From 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free Train Ride.
11:00 a.m. Children’s Show: Globito and Bizcochito.
12:00 p.m. Children’s Show: Fantastic Mascot Show.
12:30 p.m. Tumben Lol Folkloric Ballet.
1:15 p.m. Magic Show with Magician Marp.
Mérida en Domingo (Merida on Sunday)
From 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Bajos del Palacio Municipal
Special programming with 5 children’s shows.
Biciruta
From 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Family Show · 10:00 a.m.
Monumento a la Patria and Parque de San Juan.
Proyecciones Ciclo de Cine (Movie Screening Schedule)
Centro Cultural del Sur
12:00 p.m. DC Super Pets League
4:00 p.m. The Boss Baby 2: Family Business
6:00 p.m. Minions 2: The Rise of Gru
*The films will be projected in Spanish
Concierto de la Orquesta Infantil y Juvenil del Ayuntamiento de Mérida
(Concert of the Children and Youth Orchestra of the Municipality of Merida)
5:00 p.m. Centro Cultural Olimpo
Celebración a la Niñez (Childhood Celebration)
5:00 p.m. Pasaje de la Revolución
Live Music and Puppet Show.
April 29th and 30th
Pabellón Alegría
(Calle 51, Jacinto Canek)
4:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Children’s fair with mechanical games and wrestling.
April 29th
Pabellón Alegría
(Calle 51, Jacinto Canek)
Lucha libre (Star Wrestling)
from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Blue Demon Jr and Tinieblas Jr (with Aluxe) vs Joe Líder and Mr Águila.
April 30th
Pabellón Alegría
(Calle 51, Jacinto Canek)
Lucha estelar (Star wrestling)
from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Axel, Súper Nova, and Jaguar Sagrado vs El Mesías, Aztlán 13, and Halcón Rojo Jr.
April 29th
Pabellón Alegría
(Calle 51, Jacinto Canek)
4:00 p.m. Julio Bit
5:00 p.m. Morita
6:00 p.m. Ruperta
7:00 p.m. Tatiana Show
April 29th and 30th
Zoológico Animaya
From 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Safari-type adventure and free rides on the Express and Catamaran
- Educational experiences with baby animals, a Meliponario, and an orchid garden.
- “Garras al Vuelo” Puppet Show featuring endangered species.
April 26th, 27th, and 28th
6:00 p.m. Show “La Gran Aventura” (The Great Adventure)
28th and 29th of April
Parque Dolores Otero
Starting at 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
Show ‘Tierra del Rey'”
We invite all the children of Yucatan and their families to join us in the exciting activities of Children’s Week. Come and explore the beauty and safety of Merida, Yucatan, while creating unforgettable memories with your loved ones. See you there!
We hope you enjoy your visit to Mérida! For more information on the city and its attractions, be sure to also check out the website https://visitmerida.mx/inicio. Don’t forget to download their app “Visit Mérida mx” for Android and iPhone, available at Apple Store and Google Play.
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