FREE events, ice rink and activities

Arrives December a Merida and with it, one of the favorite seasons of locals and tourists: the Christmas season. During the month, the Yucatecan capital becomes host to various events cultural, familiar and fun that make the city the ideal destination not only for locals, but also for tourists.

Like every year, Mérida receives hundreds of visitors looking for what to do in decemberwhat to visit and where to go to enjoy your stay even more as well as the Christmas and New Year season.

For that reason, here we leave you this guide with free events and unmissable activities in Merida during December 2025. You’re going to love them!

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Mérida Brilla Festival 2025: Dates Free activities

He Christmas festival “Mérida Brilla” It is organized by the City Council and November 30 to December 23, will bring with it a lineup full of free events for the whole family. Here we leave you some of them among which you can find the lighting of trees in Mérida and its various colonies, the Christmas caravans and more.

• ​Free Ice Rink in Mérida: From December 7 to January 7, the city council will install an ice rink located between Paseo de Montejo and Avenida Colón.
• Christmas Caravans: A parade full of fantasy, floats, Santa Claus, elves and dancers, which travels through various neighborhoods and police stations, bringing joy directly to different areas of Mérida. They will begin on Thursday, December 4 and you can check the other dates on the official festival poster.
• ​Christmas Video Mapping in Peace Park: A spectacular Christmas carol-themed video mapping will be projected on the façade of La Ex Peni, creating a magical atmosphere as night falls.
• Path of Magic and Light in the Poniente Ecological Park: This consists of an immersive walk full of light installations, with music and images that will invite you to enter the world of Christmas. For access, free tickets will be granted in the Park as well as at the Olimpo Cultural Center.

Learn more about the “Mérida Brilla” festival HERE

What to do in Mérida for free in December 2025

Merida It is beautiful during all seasons and times of the year, however, with the magic of Christmas, the city takes on a shine and atmosphere full of color and attractive which are ideal for everyone, both for visitors and tourists and for families from Merida and Yucatecans.

Here we leave you some others recommendations that you can visit and discover in Mérida during December 2025.

– Visit the Gastronomic Corridor: As we have mentioned in other installments, the 47th street corridor, Located in the center of Mérida, it has been one of the most attractive tourist developments in recent years.

You can enjoy its restaurants, bars and cafes and taste typical Yucatecan dishes, Mexican cuisine, gourmet cuisine, among many other things. Also, don’t forget that this connects directly with the Parque de la Plancha, so you can visit both places at the same time.

– Tour Paseo de Montejo: Christmas in Mérida would not be the same without the illuminated streets of Paseo de Montejo. The main avenue of the city It is filled with light with the decorations that the City Council puts up every year to make it look even more beautiful.

Furthermore, every weekend, at the auction, you will not only be able to admire the little tree, but there are also events, bazaars, festivals, dances and much more, you can even eat the traditional marquesitas, elotes, esquites and various typical Yucatecan snacks.

– Live Merida Week: On the other hand, and, like every week, the center of Mérida becomes the venue for a series of traditional events, such as: the Yucatecan dairy on Mondays, trova Tuesdays, Pok ta pok Fridays, Mexican Saturday nights, etc.

Every day there is a different event and completely free; You can consult all the information by clicking on our note: What to do in Mérida, places to visit for FREE

– Don’t miss the bazaars in Mérida: Within the “Mérida Brilla” event lineup there will be a bazaar called “Allies to undertake.” The appointment is next Monday, December 15 in the Plaza Grande in the Center of Mérida from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Also, remember that Every day there is a different tianguis or “market” in various Mérida colonies: from Francisco de Montejo, Caucel, Fraccionamiento del Parque, Chenkú, Chuburná and more.

What to do in Mérida with children in December 2025

We know how important it is to also find activities for the little ones during this holiday and Christmas season. If you are looking what to do with children in Meridathese completely free ideas and events are ideal for children and adults.

– Christmas night bike tour: As part of the Mérida Brilla festival, this special edition of the bike tour will take place next Saturday December 6 on Paseo de Montejo from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

In case you can’t attend, don’t worry, you can continue coming every Sunday to the traditional bicycle circuit where you can also enjoy the Christmas atmosphere, admire the decorated streets, have breakfast, have a coffee or the famous “brunch” at a restaurant on Paseo de Montejo and even buy some crafts from local vendors.

– Centennial and Animaya: Both the Zoo and Animaya are ideal options to take the children on these December holidays. There they can entertain themselves learning about animals, getting on the little train, even living with them on the Animaya safari. Admission is free to both sites during the hours of 8:00 am a 5:00 pm.

– Museums of Mérida: The white city has several museum options and places where the little ones, in addition to learning, can do recreational activities. Places like the Museum of Light, Museum of Natural History, Museum of the City of MéridaThey are ideal for children.

– Extreme Christmas: Within the billboard of the “Mérida Brilla” festival, the Extreme Sports Park will offer special activities with an event called “Extreme Christmas”, which will feature challenges, contests, music and more for all attendees. The scheduled dates are December 19, 20 and 21.

Places to visit for free in Mérida at Christmas

• Paseo de Montejo auction: As we mentioned before, it is the epicenter of Christmas. Here you will find the main tree of the city, a spectacular decoration that invites you to walk and take photos, in addition to the bazar what is on every weekend and the shows they offer.
• ​La Plancha Park: This year, the park will be illuminated with a christmas village impressively. It will be available from Friday December 5 from 2025 to Tuesday January 6, 2026 and entry is completely free.
• ​Park of the Americas: A city classic that shines even more in December. Look for the lights in the bandshell and fountain area, where there are often outdoor Christmas events and performances. Besidesenjoy some snacks like marquesitas or esquites to liven up the winter atmosphere of the city.
• Big Square (Historic Center): Don’t miss the decoration of the Municipal Palace and the Cathedral of San Ildefonso, as well as the lighting of the colonial buildings. It is undoubtedly a show that you cannot miss.

Now you know, there is no excuse not to enjoy and explore Merida in December 2025 and have fun during this Christmas season. Are activities They are perfect to enjoy with friends and family. Happy holidays!

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