Riviera Lowdown

Riviera Lowdown

Funcheap-style guide to the Riviera Maya

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Things to Do in Riviera Maya This Week

Upcoming events in Riviera Maya in the next 7 days.

Carcacha Fest - Tributo a Selena
FREE
Family

Carcacha Fest - Tributo a Selena

Parque de Las Palapas • Cancun
Sat, Mar 14 – Sun, Mar 15FREE

🎤 Cancun will sing to Selena's rhythm The Carcacha Fest: Tribute to Selena Quintanilla arrives to celebrate her music with a weekend full of dance, nostalgia and great hits that continue to mark generations. 📣 We are looking for Selena Quintanilla's double Participate and win awesome prizes! 📲 Sign up and request information on the phones: 271-141-1508 | 998-475-5588 📅 Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 March | ⏰ 05:00 pm 📍 Palapas Park ⭐ Saturday: Live music ⭐ Sunday: Contest "The Double of Selena" Plus: local shopping, gastronomy and lots of entertainment.

Tributo a las Guerreras K POP
$295 MXN
Family

Tributo a las Guerreras K POP

Teatro de la Ciudad • Playa del Carmen
Sun, Mar 15$295 MXN

The spectacular Tribute to the K-POP Warriors – Live Show is back after its big SOLD OUT 🔥 Two shows: 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. 🎭

Soy Puro Mexicano
FREE
Arts & Culture

Soy Puro Mexicano

Teatro de la Ciudad • Cancun
Sun, Mar 15FREE

Cancun's talent crosses borders through dance 💃 The Municipal Folk Ballet Company will present the show "I'm pure Mexican", a special function that is part of its preparation for an important international stage. This montage will represent our city at the International Day of Dance 2026, which will be held on April 29 in Pereira, Colombia, thanks to the invitation of the Secretariat of Culture of that city. We invite you to join and celebrate our dancers in this presentation full of identity, tradition and Mexican pride. 💃🕺 At 6:00 pm

DPM St. Patrick's Day
$1100 MXN

DPM St. Patrick's Day

Tulum • Tulum
Sun, Mar 15$1100 MXN

The most anticipated & only OFFICIAL St. Patrick’s festival in Tulum! Only DPM knows how to throw a St. Paddy's Tulum style! IYKYK. And this year is our 5 year anniversary! We’ve packed the house with crazy locals, tourists and foreigners over the past four years at Tulum’s marquee St. Paddy’s event and they all have one thing in common - on St. Patrick’s EVERYONE’S Irish!

Primer encuentro Chakra Raíz
$200 MXN
Other

Primer encuentro Chakra Raíz

Casa Raíz • Playa del Carmen
Sun, Mar 15$200 MXN

🌿 Root Woman 🌿🌱 A new space in the cafeteria *Casa Raíz* dedicated to female wellness and connection, a place to talk, share and reconnect with our essence, our cycles and our energy; space to reflect, share and plant new beliefs that accompany us on our way. We begin this path with our first meeting: ~Root Chakra~, where we will explore the foundation of our energy: security, trust, and inner sustenance. If you feel like this space is for you, it will be a pleasure to host you. 🌿 ✨ Includes special dynamics 📅 Sunday, March 15. - pm 5 pm 📍 Root House

Nommo Fest
$935 MXN
Other

Nommo Fest

Vesica Tulum Cenote Club • Tulum
Sun, Mar 15$935 MXN

✨ A day where wellness meets living culture. Nommo Fest arrives to create an immersive experience that blends movement, music, art, and community into one vibrant flow. From morning to sunset, water, sound, and the body become the guiding elements of a gathering designed for all ages.

Rythmia
$880 MXN

Rythmia

Vagalume • Tulum
Sun, Mar 15$880 MXN

OFF SILENCE begans as a professional dancer before to be DJ, bringing his natural rhythm to the decks. Rooted in Guadalajara and now based in Tulum, he blends Soul, Afro, Disco, and House into a sound that has made him a pillar of the Mexican Caribbean scene and a must-listen for locals and tourists alike SUNDAY 15th March VAGALUME | 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM

Festival del Taco
FREE
Featured
Food & Dining

Festival del Taco

Parque Fundadores • Puerto Morelos
Sun, Mar 15FREE

“The Taco Festival will take place on March 15, from 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., at Parque Fundadores, in the heart of Puerto Morelos. This event will bring together various food vendors offering a wide variety of tacos and traditional flavors, in a family-friendly and festive atmosphere that celebrates culinary richness and community togetherness.”

El Mago de Oz
$180 MXN
Family

El Mago de Oz

Teatro 8 de Octubre • Cancun
Sun, Mar 15$180 MXN

✨👠 Last performance this Sunday! Follow the yellow road. The Wizard of Oz hits the stage, the classic that continues to conquer hearts generation after generation, reminding us of the value of friendship, courage, and inner strength. Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Lion await you at the last function this Sunday, in a vibrant staging, filled with music and endearing moments, brought to you by local talent from Compañía de Teatro 4 Elementos Under the direction of Antonio Cruz, this production celebrates the work and passion of our artists, bringing to the stage a story that always invites us to come home. 🌟 📅 Sunday, March 15 | 📅 01:00 pm 📍 Theater of October 8

TimidBoy
$200 MXN
Nightlife

TimidBoy

Av. 15 y Calle 6 • Playa del Carmen
Sun, Mar 15$200 MXN

Concept Nigth.

Bazar Colectivo Barrio Maya
FREE

Bazar Colectivo Barrio Maya

Parque Barrio Maya • Cancun
Sun, Mar 15FREE

🛒 Bazar Colectivo Barrio Maya A space where entrepreneurs in our community share their talent, creativity and taste. Come to find out: Gastronomy, Handicrafts, Accessories, Ropaand Natural products ⌚ 10:00 AM --------- 🛒 Bazar Colectivo Barrio Maya Un espacio donde emprendedores de nuestra comunidad comparten su talento, creatividad y buen gusto. Ven a descubrir: gastronomía, artesanías, accesorios, ropa y productos naturales. ⌚ 10:00 AM 🌿✨

Premier Padel Cancun P2
$5000 MXN
Sports & Fitness

Premier Padel Cancun P2

Rafa Nadal Tennis Center • Cancun
Mon, Mar 16 – Sun, Mar 22$5000 MXN

“The Premier Padel Cancún P2 is an international tournament on the Premier Padel circuit that brings together the best pairs in the world for a week of high-level professional padel in Costa Mujeres, combining sport, spectacle, and international visibility.”

Tenorisimo Pasión Latina
$295 MXN
Arts & Culture

Tenorisimo Pasión Latina

Teatro de la Ciudad • Cancun
Wed, Mar 18$295 MXN

🎶 Something big is brewing on stage... Tenorísimo: Latin Passion arrives at the City Theater to gather goosebumps voices and fill the night with strength, elegance and emotion. International tenor Rafael Alvarez, together with outstanding and outstanding performers from Cancun, Mayret Alvarez, Laura Chuc, Priscila Vivas and Alfredo Fiori, unite talent in a concert that promises intensity and memorable moments. At 8:30 pm

Violentas mariposas - Cine Club
$70 MXN
Arts & Culture

Violentas mariposas - Cine Club

Cine Club - Parque La Ceiba • Playa del Carmen
Wed, Mar 18$70 MXN

This Wednesday we present the premiere on our screen of Violent Butterflies, a film that portrays the fury, love and disenchantment of a generation facing institutional violence. An intense story combining punk music, activism and a disturbing question: what does doing justice really mean? 🕗 8:00 pm -------- Este miércoles presentamos el estreno en nuestra pantalla de Violentas Mariposas, una película que retrata la furia, el amor y el desencanto de una generación que enfrenta la violencia institucional. Una historia intensa que combina música punk, activismo y una pregunta inquietante: ¿qué significa realmente hacer justicia? 🕗 8:00 pm

Gala Ibiza
$880 MXN
Featured
Nightlife

Gala Ibiza

Vagalume Tulum • Tulum
Thu, Mar 19$880 MXN

GALA, ES UNA INMERSION TOTAL, UNA FUSIÓN MAGISTRAL DE ELEMENTOS ARTÍSTICOS Y MUSICALES QUE ELEVAN LA EXPERIENCIA DEL ENTRETENIMIENTO. ---- “GALA is a total immersion — a masterful fusion of artistic and musical elements that elevate the entertainment experience.”

Taller Atrapa-Sueños
$230 MXN

Taller Atrapa-Sueños

Museo Frida Kahlo • Playa del Carmen
Thu, Mar 19$230 MXN

🟣 Dreamcatcher Workshop 🤲🏼🪡🖌️ In this workshop, held on a meaningful day celebrating Artisan Day, you’ll not only learn about the origin of these amulets filled with symbolism—you’ll also create your own dreamcatcher and personalize it with the colors that resonate with you. Join us as we celebrate and honor the work of artisans. 📆 Thursday, March 19 🕓 5:00 pm

Cuevas @ Bonbonniere
$500 MXN
Nightlife

Cuevas @ Bonbonniere

Bonbonniere • Tulum
Thu, Mar 19$500 MXN

Cuevas, a resident at Bonbonniere in Tulum, delivers energetic sets of Afro House and Tribal House, known for their deep percussion and rhythmic grooves. 🎧

Kermes Gastronomico el Arrecife
FREE
Food & Dining

Kermes Gastronomico el Arrecife

Ventana al Mar • Puerto Morelos
Fri, Mar 20 – Sat, Mar 21FREE

Event to enjoy two days full of flavor, tradition, and a family-friendly atmosphere. You’ll be able to taste delicious dishes, support our local entrepreneurs, and have a great time by the Caribbean Sea. 🌊🍽️

Lux: Ecos del fuego
FREE

Lux: Ecos del fuego

Caja Negra del Teatro de la Ciudad • Cancun
Fri, Mar 20FREE

🔥 Light, body and scene in one space. LUX: ECHOES OF FIRE arrives, a stage experience that brings together the stable cast of the Municipal Choir, Theatre and Folk Ballet Companies in one montage. Created by Felix Arroyo, with dramaturgy and direction in collaboration with Saúl Enríquez, this project proposes a sensory journey that explores light from different artistic languages. In addition, this premiere marks the opening of the City Theater’s black Box, a new space for contemporary creation. ✨ 📅 Friday, March 20 | | 08:00 pm

Home - Aniversario del Parque la Ceiba
FREE
Arts & Culture

Home - Aniversario del Parque la Ceiba

Parque la Ceiba • Playa del Carmen
Fri, Mar 20FREE

Join us to celebrate 18 years of Parque La Ceiba with this special screening: HOME Yann Arthus-Bertrand / France 2009 / 90 mins 🎬

Sinfónica de Cancún - Gran Concierto de Primavera
$440 MXN
Concerts

Sinfónica de Cancún - Gran Concierto de Primavera

Teatro Cancun • Cancun
Fri, Mar 20$440 MXN

🎶 Great Spring Concert The Cancun Symphony Orchestra presents its Grand Spring Concert featuring masterpieces by Gimenez, Rachmaninov (with guest pianist Mauricio Nader), Rossini and Tchaikovsky, under the direction of maestro Gerardo Tlapa. 📅 Friday, March 20 ⌚ 8:30 PM ---------- 🎶 Gran Concierto de Primavera La Orquesta Sinfónica de Cancún presenta su Gran Concierto de Primavera, con obras maestras de Giménez, Rachmaninov (con el pianista invitado Mauricio Nader), Rossini y Tchaikovsky, bajo la dirección del maestro Gerardo Tlapa. 📅 Viernes 20 de marzo ⌚ 8:30 PM 🎼

II Festival Internacional de Teatro 2026
FREE
Featured
Arts & Culture

II Festival Internacional de Teatro 2026

Playa del Carmen • Playa del Carmen
Fri, Mar 20 – Sun, Mar 29FREE

It will feature 10 plays, two training courses and an exhibition with a guided tour.

La Musica para Teatro y Danza
FREE
Featured
Arts & Culture

La Musica para Teatro y Danza

Galeria de Arte de Solidaridad • Playa del Carmen
Fri, Mar 20FREE

From 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Exhibition

Spring Fest 2026
FREE

Spring Fest 2026

Colegio Puerto Aventuras • Puerto Aventuras
Sat, Mar 21FREE

Spring Fest 2026 is bringing families together for a lively day packed with: 🎨 Fun activities,🖼️ Art Walk,🍴 Delicious food, 👗 Fashion show, ✂️ Crafts, 🎶 Live music It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season — support creativity, enjoy great food, and spend time with friends and family in a festive atmosphere. Bring the kids, invite your neighbors, and come welcome spring with us! 🌷 ⏰ 9 AM – 2 PM -------- Spring Fest 2026 reunirá a familias para un día lleno de energía con: 🎨 Actividades divertidas, 🖼️ recorrido de arte, 🍴 deliciosa comida, 👗 desfile de moda, ✂️ manualidades y 🎶 música en vivo. Es la manera perfecta de celebrar la temporada: apoya la creatividad, disfruta de buena comida y comparte tiempo con amigos y familia en un ambiente festivo. ¡Trae a los niños, invita a tus vecinos y ven a darle la bienvenida a la primavera con nosotros! 🌷 ⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Mujeres Transformando la Mesa
$1900 MXN
Food & Dining

Mujeres Transformando la Mesa

Haven Riviera Cancun Resort and Spa • Cancun
Sat, Mar 21$1900 MXN

We are delighted to invite you to the first Gala Dinner, “Women Transforming the Table,” an evening that celebrates talent, unity, and social commitment. Part of the proceeds will be donated to an organization that provides support and care for girls living in street situations. An initiative led by the women chefs of Vatel Club Quintana Roo, where gastronomy becomes a bridge for transforming lives. ✨🍽️

Caribe Suena
$633 MXN
Featured
Concerts

Caribe Suena

Gran Palapa Park • Playa del Carmen
Sat, Mar 21$633 MXN

“La selva despierta. Los tambores llaman. El Caribe vibra. Bienvenido a Caribe Suena: donde la música y la jungla laten juntos.” “Un festival en medio de la jungla, con ritmos caribeños, arte, luz y comunidad. Caribe Suena: la jungla tiene ritmo.” ---- “The jungle awakens. The drums call. The Caribbean vibrates. Welcome to Caribe Suena: where music and the jungle beat together. A festival in the middle of the jungle, with Caribbean rhythms, art, light, and community. Caribe Suena: the jungle has rhythm.”

Día Mundial del Títere
FREE
Featured
Arts & Culture

Día Mundial del Títere

Extension del Teatro de la Ciudad • Playa del Carmen
Sat, Mar 21FREE

From 6:30 pm to 7:50 pm Play: A TRAVÉS DE LA MIRILLA: LAS SOLDADERAS Y ENTREMES 'LOS HABLADORES"

Improvincia 2do Aniversario
$190 MXN

Improvincia 2do Aniversario

Teatro 8 de Octubre • Cancun
Sat, Mar 21$190 MXN

Improvisation is celebrating! 🎉 Improvincia celebrates its 2nd anniversary with a show where anything can happen. In this improv performance, the audience decides live which scenes they want to see, creating unique moments full of comedy, creativity, and lots of fun. Every show is different, so get ready to be surprised and become part of the game. 😄 📅 Saturday, March 21 | ⏰ 08:00 pm 📍 Teatro 8 de Octubre 🎟️ How to get your tickets: Through the website: https://mistickets.com.mx/evento/1044/ At the Teatro de la Ciudad box office, Monday to Friday from 12:00 to 06:00 pm. At the theater box office one and a half hours before the show begins.

El Ramayana de Valmiki
FREE
Featured
Arts & Culture

El Ramayana de Valmiki

Teatro de la Ciudad • Playa del Carmen
Sun, Mar 22FREE

8:00 pm

Jah Los brujos del agua
FREE
Family

Jah Los brujos del agua

Teatro 8 de Octubre • Cancun
Sun, Mar 22FREE

At 1:00 pm

Mexia
$360 MXN

Mexia

Teatro de la Ciudad • Cancun
Sun, Mar 22$360 MXN

Mexia Producciones celebrates its fifth anniversary with a dance performance that blends performing arts and audiovisual elements to create a unique immersive experience. 👏 The proposal draws us into the universe of folklore reinterpreted through the lens of magical realism: tradition, memory, and territory engage in dialogue with technology, image, and movement, generating a staging that expands the limits of the conventional. A celebration of the journey so far and a showcase of the talent that continues to transform the arts scene in Cancún. 🎭✨ 📆 Sunday, March 22 | ⏰ 01:00 pm 📍 City Theater 🎟️ Tickets available at https://mistickets.com.mx/evento/1029/

Soy Puro Mexicano
FREE
Arts & Culture

Soy Puro Mexicano

Teatro de la Ciudad • Cancun
Sun, Mar 22FREE

Cancun's talent crosses borders through dance 💃 The Municipal Folk Ballet Company will present the show "I'm pure Mexican", a special function that is part of its preparation for an important international stage. This montage will represent our city at the International Day of Dance 2026, which will be held on April 29 in Pereira, Colombia, thanks to the invitation of the Secretariat of Culture of that city. We invite you to join and celebrate our dancers in this presentation full of identity, tradition and Mexican pride. 💃🕺 At 6:00 pm

Reggae Ferment Fest
$216 MXN
Concerts

Reggae Ferment Fest

Diving Bar • Puerto Morelos
Sun, Mar 22$216 MXN

Get ready to vibe with smooth reggae tunes and cool fermented drinks at the ultimate chill fest! From 1:00 pm