Riviera Maya Events Calendar
Please contact the event organizer or sponsor to confirm the event dates. We do our best to keep the information current, however event dates are subject to change.
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January 2012 |
 New Year's Day
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January 1, 2012 Public Holiday. |
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Three Kings’ Day / Día de los Santos Reyes
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January 6, 2012 Three Kings’ Day / Día de los Santos Reyes |
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Tequila Fest
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January 26, 2012 to January 29, 2012 Taking place in Playa del Carmen, in this grand exposition you will find 26 of the best tequila houses in Mexico. Each booth will be manned by an expert in Tequila answering questions about the history of tequila and its production, past and present. Of course, their will be hundreds of tequilas available for sampling and purchase. |
February 2012 |
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Candelmas
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February 2, 2012 Día de la Candelaria, or Candlemas, is celebrated throughout Mexico. |
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Constitution Day
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February 5, 2012 National Holiday. |
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Cozumel Carnival
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February 15, 2012 to February 22, 2012 The island's spectacular annual Mardis Gras event has over 130 years of history. The week of main Carnival events concludes every year on 'Fat Tuesday' with dazzling technicolor processions along Cozumel's downtown seafront. A quick ferry ride from Riviera Maya, enjoy the Cozumel Carnival. Parades, dance, music, costumes. |
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Mayakoba Golf Classic-PGA Tour Event!
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February 20, 2012 to February 26, 2012 One of Mexico's most celebrated sporting events. The Mayakoba Golf Classic made golf history when it became the first PGA TOUR event to ever be contested outside of the United States and Canada (in February 2007). Over 130 pro golfers compete in Playa del Carmen and the El Camaleón Golf Club. More details to come. |
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CEA's Annual Festival - Waves of Change
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February 22, 2012 to February 29, 2012 A festival where fun, innovation and reflection merge. The events will include: Live, Online and Silent Auctions. Kids' games. Lectures. Sustainable exhibits. Live music. Mystery presents. Raffles. Sports. And our Gala Dinner; tickets will be available in January: 750 pesos or 60 USD. All proceeds will directly benefit CEA's Conservation Programs. For further information: info@ceakumal.org or www.ceakumal.org. |
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Flag Day
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February 24, 2012 National Holiday. |
March 2012 |
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We Move Forward - An Internationl Women's Day Event
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March 8, 2012 to March 10, 2012 Come meet and be inspired by renowned women. Share your story and learn from others. Find your own beat. Connect and clasp hands with others. Move forward. In Isla Mujeres off the coast of Cancun. Additional information can be found at www.wemoveforward2012.com. |
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Cancun-Riviera Maya Food and Wine Festival
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March 15, 2012 to March 18, 2012 A must-taste event. Don't miss the Cancun-Riviera Maya Food & Wine Festival, March 15 - 18, 2012. Enjoy tastings and parties, plus demonstrations and advice from 32 celebrity chefs from Canada, Peru, Chile, Spain, USA and Mexico! Go to cancun-rivieramayawineandfoodfest.com |
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Chichen Itza Serpent of Light
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March 20, 2012 A magical event at Chichen Itza's famous pyramid takes place during the Equinox in March and September. Using their incredible knowledge of astrology and architecture, the Mayans created a unique bi annual light show. During the Equinox, the center of the Sun crosses directly over the Earth's equator - this angle of light creates a fabulous serpent of light and shadows. |
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Riviera Maya Film Festival
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March 20, 2012 to March 25, 2012 The edition of the Riviera Maya Film Festival will take place in Cancun, Cozumel and Playa del Carmen. |
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Birthday of Benito Juárez
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March 21, 2012 National holiday. Birthday of Benito Juárez, a Mexican national hero. |
April 2012 |
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Holy Week / Semana Santa
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April 4, 2012 to April 6, 2012 Includes Good Friday and Easter holidays. Book your accommodations well in advance! Children are out of school. |
May 2012 |
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Labor Day
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May 1, 2012 National Holiday. |
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Sea Turtles
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May 1, 2012 to September 30, 2012 Sea Turtles Trek (May - September) Only during the summer months can you participate in the Marine Turtles Observation Night Tour organized by the Sian Ka'an Biosphere, a natural wildlife preserve. Professional field guides, biologists and naturalists accompany the tours. |
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Battle of Puebla / Batalla de Puebla
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May 5, 2012 National holiday. Also known as Cinco de Mayo, celebrating the Mexican victory over the French army in 1862. |
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Cinco de Mayo
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May 5, 2012 Battle of Puebla Holiday. |
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Mother’s Day / Día de la Madre
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May 9, 2012 Family celebration of mothers. |
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Soul Siesta
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May 25, 2012 to May 29, 2012 Don't miss the Soul Siesta at the Royal Playa Del Carmen, Riviera Maya. Musical event that attracts mature audiences. DJs, comedy talent and an exotic blend of Latin and Urban flavors. Memorial Day Weekend. Event information at www.soulsiestaonline.com. |
June 2012 |
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Navy Day
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June 1, 2012 Holiday celebrating the Mexican Navy. |
September 2012 |
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Latin American Food Show
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September 5, 2012 to September 7, 2012 Taking place in Cancun, LAFS is one of the most important food and beverages expo in Latin America. Additional information on this event can be found at www.lafs.com.mx. |
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Independence Day
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September 16, 2012 National Holiday. |
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Chichen Itza Serpent of Light
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September 21, 2012 to September 22, 2012 A magical event at Chichen Itza's famous pyramid takes place during the Equinox in March and September. Using their incredible knowledge of astrology and architecture, the Mayans created a unique bi annual light show. During the Equinox, the center of the Sun crosses directly over the Earth's equator - this angle of light creates a fabulous serpent of light and shadows. |
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Ironman 70.3 Cozumel
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September 23, 2012 One of the largest sporting events of the year. Get the full program, details and contact information. www.ironman703cozumel.com |
October 2012 |
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Cancun ITU Triathlon World Cup
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October 7, 2012 After a 4-year absence, the final World Cup of 2012 will be in Cancun, Mexico. Cancun will be the final ITU event before the 2012 World Champions are crowned in Auckland, New Zealand on October 20-22. |
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Xcaret Day of the Dead Festival
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October 30, 2012 to November 2, 2012 Traditional Mexican Festival, del Día de los Muertos en Xcaret |
November 2012 |
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Mexican Revolution Day /Día de la Revolución Mexicana
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November 20, 2012 Official national holiday in Mexico. |
December 2012 |
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Mañanitas de Flor y Canto
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December 12, 2012 Our Lady of Guadalupe. Join hundreds of people to celebrate and sing. Location: Xcaret |
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Christmas / Día de Navidad
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December 25, 2012 Holiday. |
Cozumel Carnival
February 15 - February 22
February 15 - February 22
Mayakoba Golf Classic-PGA Tour Event!
February 20 - February 26
February 20 - February 26
CEA's Annual Festival - Waves of Change
February 22 - February 29
February 22 - February 29
Flag Day
February 24
February 24
We Move Forward - An Internationl Women's Day Event
March 8 - March 10
March 8 - March 10
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