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What to do in Yucatán in February

Are you visiting Yucatán in February? Here’s everything you need to make the most of your stay: activities, events, and celebrations you won’t want to miss!

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Volunteering in Yucatán: Give Your Best in 2026

Explore 60+ artists at the 13th Mérida Artist Studio Tour, Feb 20–22. Get your map and go behind the scenes of the city's creative scene. Tickets $500.

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LIFE IN YUCATÁN

The Art of Finding Community in Mérida: How Locals and Expats Can Connect

Moving to Merida? Learn how to join Facebook & WhatsApp groups, find expat meetups, and connect with the local community in Yucatan. This is your guide. Start here!

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LIFE IN YUCATÁN

The Vibrant Athletic Culture in Mérida, and Yucatán

Explore sports in Yucatan! From the Merida Marathon and Uxmal-Muna race to the WTA Merida Open tennis, find top events and local running clubs.

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2-Day Yucatan Routes: Perfect Weekend It...

Discover the best 2-day Yucatan itineraries. From Chichén Itzá to hidden...

MEL's 2026 Artist Studio Tour

Explore 60+ artists at the 13th Mérida Artist Studio Tour, Feb 20–22. Get your...

Discover Yucatán: Coast and Tradition, a...

2-Day Guide: Motul & Dzilam de Bravo. Discover the birthplace of Yucatecan...

Traveling through Yucatan with children

Extreme fun

Traveling through Yucatan with children

Discover the best family-friendly activities in Yucatán, Mexico, from ice skating to exploring cenot...

Plato de Fiesta: The Yucatecan Party Plate

For decades Yucatecos have celebrated our first few birthdays with what is known as a Plato de Fiest...

Las Coloradas Parque Turístico

Destinations

A Natural Wonder of the World: Las Coloradas

Las Coloradas Parque Turístico began, quite literally, by popular demand. The pink lagoons were a hi...

Sabores de Yucatán: el Pescado Frito

Gastronomy

Flavors of Yucatan: Fried Fish

Discover the iconic flavors of Yucatán with a guide to enjoying traditional fried fish. Learn how to...

Discover the essential must-see attractions in Yucatán, Mexico, from colonial cities and ancient archeological sites

Routes and Tours

“The Basics” of Yucatán

Discover the essential must-see attractions in Yucatán, Mexico, from colonial cities and ancient arc...

Centro Histórico de Mérida

Towns of Yucatán

Centro Histórico de Mérida

Explore the rich colonial influence of Mérida's historic center with iconic landmarks like the Palac...

Ruta de las Haciendas

Destinations

Haciendas Route

Explore the rich history and beauty of Yucatán's iconic haciendas on a captivating journey through s...

Archaeological Sites

Magnificent Mayapán

Magnificent Mayapán Beyond the crowds at the New World Wonder Chichén Itzá and the lush jungle setti...

Activities

Cultural Week in Merida

Discover the vibrant cultural scene in Mérida with free daily events showcasing music, dance, histor...