What to Do in Mérida in November 2026: Xmatkuil Fair and Jazz
MÉRIDA · Culture
The Feria Yucatán Xmatkuil runs through 29 November, and the Festival de Jazz Mérida runs from 18 to 22 November. The month, day by day.
MÉRIDA — This guide is for people who live here or are staying for weeks, not for a weekend dash. It lists things to do in Mérida November 2026 day by day, with venues, prices where confirmed, and practical notes for getting there.
November in Mérida is shaped by one enormous event: the Feria Yucatán Xmatkuil, which fills most of the month with concerts, rodeo, comedy and regional traditions in the south of the city. Around it sit the Festival de Jazz and a public holiday on Monday 16 November.
Expect warm, humid days with strong sun and the chance of heavy showers, so plan for both heat and rain.
1 to 5 November: Día de Muertos Closes, the Fair Begins
Monday 2 November
Festival de las Ánimas, final day
Mérida and its comisarías · Free
It is a cultural observance rather than a nationwide statutory holiday, so many businesses stay open while altars and commemorations continue. Check the Ayuntamiento de Mérida agenda for specific locations on the final day.
Thursday 5 to Sunday 15 November
29ª Exposición Nacional Brahman
Feria Yucatán Xmatkuil, Xmatkuil, south Mérida · Price not specified
The Feria Yucatán Xmatkuil 2026 will host the 29ª Exposición Nacional Brahman and the 29º Congreso Mundial de Ganado Brahman. It draws breeders and rural families from across Mexico and gives city residents a direct look at Yucatán’s agricultural life. Go early in the day to avoid the strongest heat and the largest evening crowds.
6 to 8 November: The Fair Opens With Vaquería and Electronic Music
Friday 6 November, registration 18:30, dance from 19:00
Gran Vaquería Regional
Feria Yucatán Xmatkuil, Xmatkuil · Price not specified
It is the most rooted cultural event of the fair’s first weekend and a good reason to cross the city south. Arrive for the registration window if you want to join the dance rather than watch from the edge.
Saturday 7 November, 21:00
Deorro and Tribal Monterrey
Centro de Espectáculos Montejo, Feria Xmatkuil, Xmatkuil · MX$440, or MX$660 for VIP (about US$24 and US$35)
Deorro and Tribal Monterrey play the Centro de Espectáculos Montejo on the fair’s first Saturday. It is a late-night draw for a younger crowd and a contrast to the traditional vaquería the night before. Check the fair’s official channels for ticket details.
12 to 15 November: Comedy, Carín León and Marco Antonio Solís
Thursday 12 November, 22:00
Guerra de Chistes
Palenque, Feria Xmatkuil, Xmatkuil · MX$460 (about US$25) · TusBoletos.mx and listed box offices
A touring Mexican comedy show takes the Palenque stage with a rotating cast of stand-up performers. It is a good midweek option if you want the fair’s atmosphere without the biggest weekend crowds. Buy through TusBoletos.mx or the listed box offices before the night, as Palenque shows often sell in advance.
Friday 13 November
Carín León
Centro de Espectáculos Montejo, Feria Xmatkuil, Xmatkuil · Price not specified
One of the fair’s principal ticketed regional-Mexican concerts brings Carín León to the Centro de Espectáculos Montejo. It is a major draw for fans of the genre and likely to be one of the busiest nights of the fair. Check the fair’s official ticket channels early if you plan to attend.
Saturday 14 November
Marco Antonio Solís
Centro de Espectáculos Montejo, Feria Xmatkuil, Xmatkuil · Price not specified
Marco Antonio Solís brings his show to the fair’s main concert venue. The show spans decades of Mexican pop and regional music and will draw a broad, multi-generational audience. Plan transport in advance, as the Xmatkuil area becomes congested on major concert nights.
Sunday 15 November, 22:00
Kika Edgar
Palenque, Feria Xmatkuil, Xmatkuil · MX$690 (about US$37) · TusBoletos.mx and listed box offices
Kika Edgar performs on Sunday 15 November 2026 at the Palenque de la Feria Xmatkuil. It closes the second weekend with a strong theatrical and musical presence. Tickets are available through TusBoletos.mx and the listed box offices.
16 to 22 November: Public Holiday, Jazz Festival and Nodal
Monday 16 November
Mexican Revolution Day public holiday
Citywide · Free
The legal holiday is observed on the third Monday of November, so many government offices, banks and schools close. Tourist businesses generally remain open on reduced or normal schedules. Use the quieter daytime streets for errands or a long lunch, and check individual venue hours before heading out.
Wednesday 18 to Sunday 22 November
Festival de Jazz 2026
Multiple Mérida venues · Price not specified
The Festival de Jazz Mérida runs from 18 to 22 November, with local, national and international jazz spread across multiple venues in Mérida, plus food, workshops, conferences and talks. It is the month’s main counterpoint to the fair and a good reason to stay in the centre rather than head south. Check the Ayuntamiento de Mérida agenda and Diario de Yucatán for the daily venue list once it is published.
Friday 20 November
Carlos Cuevas and Ricardo Caballero — Brindemos por ella
Palenque, Feria Xmatkuil, Xmatkuil · MX$660–MX$1,430 (about US$35–77) · TusBoletos.mx and listed box offices
Two established voices in Mexican romantic music share the Palenque stage for Brindemos por ella. It is a strong option if you prefer bolero and ballad traditions over the fair’s bigger pop nights. Tickets are sold through TusBoletos.mx and the listed box offices.
Saturday 21 November, 22:00
Christian Nodal
Centro de Espectáculos Montejo, Feria Xmatkuil, Xmatkuil · MX$550–MX$2,750 (about US$29–147)
Christian Nodal performs at the fair’s main concert venue. It is one of the biggest regional-Mexican nights of the month and will draw a large crowd. If you are going, arrange transport early and expect heavy traffic around Xmatkuil.
Saturday 21 November, 22:30
Leonardo Aguilar y la Emoción del Jaripeo
Plaza de Toros, Feria Yucatán Xmatkuil, Xmatkuil · MX$403–MX$690 (about US$22–37)
It is a more folk-rooted alternative to Nodal on the same evening. The event sits inside the general fair programme, so check whether fair admission covers it or a separate ticket is needed.
27 to 29 November: Tributes, Rodeo and Ozuna Close the Fair
Friday 27 November
Pablo Marentes and Julio Ponze — El Mejor Tributo a El Príncipe y El Divo
Palenque, Feria Xmatkuil, Xmatkuil · MX$660–MX$1,430 · TusBoletos.mx and listed box offices
A tribute to José José and Juan Gabriel, two defining figures in Mexican popular music, fills the Palenque on the fair’s final Friday. It is a sentimental, singalong night aimed at a devoted local audience. Book through TusBoletos.mx or the listed box offices.
Friday 27 November
Santos Bravos
Feria Yucatán Xmatkuil, Xmatkuil · Free show
A free contemporary-pop performance sits inside the fair programme on the same Friday night. It is a low-cost way to experience the fair’s music offering without a Palenque ticket. Arrive early to secure a good spot near the stage.
Saturday 28 November, doors 19:00, show 21:00
Cuernos Chuecos rodeo
Plaza de Toros, Feria Yucatán Xmatkuil, Xmatkuil · Price not specified
It is a loud, physical show that draws families and rodeo fans from across the region. Doors open at 19:00, so arrive before the 21:00 start to settle in.
Saturday 28 November, 21:00
Ozuna
Centro de Espectáculos Montejo, Feria Xmatkuil, Xmatkuil · MX$770–MX$2,090 (about US$41–112) · TusBoletos.mx and listed box offices
Ozuna closes the fair’s principal concert programme with an urban-music set at the Centro de Espectáculos Montejo. Tickets range from MX$770 to MX$2,090 depending on section and are sold through TusBoletos.mx and listed box offices. This is likely to be the busiest concert night of the month, so plan your route south well in advance.
Planning Your Mérida in November
November is warm and humid, with the chance of heavy showers even as the wet season fades. Carry water, use sun protection, and keep a light rain layer with you, especially if you are walking between venues in the centre.
Monday 16 November is the Mexican Revolution Day public holiday, observed on the third Monday of the month. Banks, government offices and schools generally close, while tourist businesses and many restaurants stay open on reduced or normal schedules.
The Feria Yucatán Xmatkuil is in the south of the city, and traffic builds heavily on major concert nights. If you are going to Xmatkuil, leave early, agree a meeting point with your group, and consider using a rideshare or taxi rather than driving yourself.
For Palenque and Centro de Espectáculos Montejo shows, buy through TusBoletos.mx or the listed box offices where prices are confirmed. Conversions use about MX$18.7 per US$ (RT, 26 October 2026).
For weekly listings and last-minute changes, check the Ayuntamiento de Mérida agenda and Diario de Yucatán. The Festival de Jazz venues are announced closer to the dates, so watch those sources from mid-November.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the biggest event in Mérida in November 2026?
The Feria Yucatán Xmatkuil runs through Sunday 29 November 2026 in Xmatkuil, south Mérida, with concerts, rodeo, comedy, livestock exhibitions and traditional dance.
When is the Festival de Jazz in Mérida in November 2026?
The Festival de Jazz Mérida runs from 18 to 22 November 2026 across multiple venues in Mérida, with concerts, workshops, conferences and food events.
Is there a public holiday in Mérida in November 2026?
Monday 16 November 2026 is the Mexican Revolution Day public holiday, observed on the third Monday of November, when many government offices, banks and schools close.
How do I buy tickets for Feria Xmatkuil concerts in Mérida?
For confirmed Palenque and concert shows such as Ozuna, Guerra de Chistes and Kika Edgar, tickets are sold through TusBoletos.mx and listed box offices, with prices varying by section.
Related reading: Mexico news and guides · Moving to Mexico in 2026 · Moving to Mexico checklist, the first 90 days
Sources: Diario de Yucatán (Feria Xmatkuil programme), Festival de Jazz Mérida, Festival de las Ánimas, Xmatkuil concert prices. Retrieved 26 October 2026.
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