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What to do in Yucatán in December

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

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TRADITIONS & CULTURE

The Acanceh Fiesta: The Longest Celebration on the Yucatán Peninsula

Experience the longest festival in Yucatán in Acanceh. More than 40 days of gremios (guilds), vaquerías (traditional dances), parades, fireworks, and devotion to the Virgin of Guadalupe.

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EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

The Sweetest Event: Orange Fair in Oxkutzcab

From December 11 to the 21, taste the Feria de la Naranja in Oxkutzcab, featuring intricate fruit displays, local produce, cultural events, and family-friendly activities.

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DESTINATIONS

Discovering Yucatán: A Getaway from Espita to El Cuyo in Two Days

2-day Yucatán getaway: Combine the culture of Espita (Magical Town) and adventure in San Manuel with the beach serenity of El Cuyo. Authentic route!

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CULTURE & CUSTOMS

Who are the Guadalupe Antorchistas?

What’s with all the runners on Mexican streets and roads? Learn about the origin of this massive pilgrimage in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

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EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

How to fully enjoy the 2026 Kings’ Fair in Tizimín

Get ready for the Feria de Reyes de Tizimín, one of the biggest celebrations in Yucatán. Enjoy traditions, music, food, and much more.

The Dance of the Elders (Danza de Señore...

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A Maya Christmas in Yaxcabá: Tradition, ...

Maya Christmas in Yaxcabá, Yucatán: Community celebration, faith, and...

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Language Schools in Mérida

Everyone knows that the best way to learn a language is to immerse yourself in the culture where tha...

The Traditional Maya House

Learn the art of building a traditional Maya house with sustainable materials and ancient techniques...

Uayma: Vice-Regal Beauty

There are destinations worth the journey: such is the case with Uayma, a small town located 15 km fr...

Maya Archeological Sites

Discover unique Maya archaeological sites in Yucatán, including Ek Balam and Dzibilchaltún. Catch a ...

Xcalachén: Food and Art

The vibrant neighborhood of Xcalachén in Mérida, Yucatán, known for its street art and traditional f...

Don Hucho’s Panuchos

But what is a Panucho? Where does the name come from? How do you eat it? I’m going to tell you all a...

La Ermita de Santa Isabel

A charming corner without a doubt is La Ermita de Santa Isabel. Inside the San Sebastián neighborhoo...

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