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Discover CDMX’s Vibrant Annual Calendar
Wondering what to do in Mexico City? The Aztec capital offers endless options—recreational, artistic, cultural, culinary, and festive with year-round events enlivening parks, avenues, neighbourhoods, and every corner where life unfolds. This is a city of countless experiences, always buzzing with things to do and places to explore.
Free activities abound, from accessible music and theatre performances (in intimate forums or grand concert halls) to nighttime tours, legend-themed routes, and more. The city’s calendar of festivities reflects its unique character, with celebrations rooted in tradition. Below, we share CDMX’s event calendar to help you plan your visit around the year’s highlights:
6 January – Three Kings’ Day
A traditional celebration where children receive gifts from the Three Wise Men. The day features Rosca de Reyes, a sweet bread with hidden figurines. If you find the baby Jesus figurine, you must provide tamales (a Mexican dish made of maize dough, wrapped in corn husks) for Candlemas Day on 2 February.
2 February – Candlemas Day
A religious festival marking the end of the Christmas cycle, commemorating the presentation of the baby Jesus at the temple and the purification of the Virgin Mary.
21 March – Benito Juárez’s Birthday
A national holiday honouring the former president and champion of liberal reforms, secularism, equality, and national sovereignty. Civic ceremonies are held.
Holy Week (March/April)
Religious observances include Good Friday and Easter Sunday, with processions, Passion plays, and cultural events.
1–2 November – Day of the Dead
One of Mexico’s most iconic festivals. Altars adorned with flowers, candles, food, and photos honour departed loved ones. The UNAM (Mexico’s top university) hosts altar competitions, drawing thousands.
20 November – Mexican Revolution Anniversary
Commemorates the 1910 revolutionary movement with parades, official ceremonies, and sports events.
12 December – Virgin of Guadalupe Day
A religious feast honouring Mexico’s patron saint. Millions of pilgrims to the Basilica of Guadalupe for masses, songs, and dances.
16–24 December – Christmas Posadas
Reenactments of Mary and Joseph’s pilgrimage, featuring carols, piñatas, traditional food, and community gatherings.
31 December – New Year’s Eve
The city erupts in parties, dinners, and fireworks, with traditions like eating 12 grapes at midnight for good luck.
Recommendation: Plan activities based on your location and preferred schedule to fully experience CDMX.