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Playa del Carmen Events
Concerts, festivals, wine nights and beach parties. Here is what is coming up around Playa, plus the big yearly events worth planning a trip around.
Coming up
What’s happening in Playa
Here are the upcoming events in and around Playa del Carmen, from live music and food festivals to big-name concerts at the resorts. We check local listings every week, so this list stays current. Tap any event for times, tickets and details.
Every week
Weekly things to do in Playa del Carmen
Some of the best nights in Playa happen every single week. Trivia, salsa, karaoke, bingo and the Sunday market are easy ways to meet people and feel like a local, even if you’re only in town for a few days.
Mondays
Playa Bingo
Doors 6:30 pm · Buzo’s, Calle 26
A lively charity bingo night with raffles and prizes, supporting a local foundation for seniors.
Tuesdays
Laura’s Quiz Night
6:30 pm · Buzo’s, Calle 26
A friendly pub quiz with general knowledge rounds, a picture round and prizes. Just show up, no team needed.
Tuesdays
Salsa night with a live band
8 pm · La Bodeguita del Medio, 5th Ave & Calle 34
Free salsa lessons early in the night, then a live Cuban band keeps the dance floor full.
Wed & Sat
Karaoke at Dirty Martini
9 pm · 1st Ave between Calle 10 & 12
Classic martinis, a fun crowd and the mic is open to everyone. Talent totally optional.
Wed & Fri
De La Sol live
7 pm · Café Olé
Live music twice a week with a relaxed, cozy vibe. A great warm-up before a night out.
Mon, Thu & Sat
Live salsa on the beach
Evenings · Zenzi, Calle 10 & the beach
Live salsa with your toes in the sand. Sundays switch it up with a salsa social.
Sundays
Sunday tianguis market
9 am to 4 pm · 10th Ave between Calle 54 & 58
The local street market. Tropical fruit, street food like tamales and cochinita pibil, clothes and all kinds of finds.
Sundays
Latin pool party
3 to 9 pm · Hyatt Centric
Salsa and bachata by the pool with a class and social dancing all afternoon.
Weekly schedules can change, so it’s worth a quick check with the venue before you head out.
Mark your calendar
Playa del Carmen’s big events by month
Some weeks in Playa are just a little bigger than others. These are the yearly events locals look forward to, and they are worth building a trip around.
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February or March
Carnaval
A week of parades, costumes, live music and dancing in the streets before Lent. Fun for the whole family, and one of the liveliest weeks of the year in Playa.
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July
Feria del Carmen
Playa’s town fair honoring its patron saint, the Virgen del Carmen. Think rides, food stands, concerts and a real local celebration.
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September 15 and 16
Mexican Independence
On the night of the 15th the city gathers for El Grito, with music, food and fireworks, followed by parades and parties the next day.
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November 1 and 2
Día de Muertos
Altars, marigolds, catrina face paint and candlelit celebrations around town. Nearby Xcaret hosts a big festival for the holiday too.
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Late November
Riviera Maya Jazz Festival
A free, open-air jazz festival right on the beach near Mamitas. Bring a towel, grab a spot on the sand and enjoy world-class music.
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December 31
New Year’s Eve
Fireworks over the Caribbean, parties along 5th Avenue and Calle 12, and a city celebration that goes late into the night.
Getting there
The easy way to get to events in Playa
Most Playa del Carmen events are a short ride from wherever you’re staying, but they can be a long walk at the end of a big night. A cruiser gets your whole crew there and back on your own schedule, no waiting around for a ride.
New to town? Check out our guide on getting around Playa del Carmen without a car.
- Seats three, so the crew rides together
- Park close and walk right in
- Free delivery to your hotel or Airbnb
After dark
Playa del Carmen nightlife, the quick version
Calle 12 and 5th Avenue
The heart of Playa’s nightlife. Clubs, bars and live music are packed into a few walkable blocks, and things get going late.
Beach clubs at sunset
Spend the afternoon at a beach club, stay for the sunset DJ sets and ease into the night with your toes in the sand.
Rooftops and live music
Rooftop bars around Centro have great views and cocktails, and plenty of spots have live bands most nights of the week.
Planning a big night out? Park the cruiser at your place and walk or grab a taxi home. It’s the easy way to enjoy the night.
Good to know
Playa del Carmen events FAQ
What events are happening in Playa del Carmen this week?
Check the list at the top of this page. It shows every upcoming event we’ve found in and around Playa del Carmen, and we refresh it every week with new concerts, festivals and parties.
Are there weekly events in Playa del Carmen?
Yes, lots. Mondays bring charity bingo at Buzo’s, Tuesdays have Laura’s Quiz Night at Buzo’s and live salsa at La Bodeguita del Medio, Zenzi has live salsa on the beach several nights a week, Dirty Martini hosts karaoke on Wednesday and Saturday nights, and Sundays have the tianguis street market and a Latin pool party at Hyatt Centric.
When is the best time of year for events in Playa del Carmen?
November through March is the busiest stretch, with the Riviera Maya Jazz Festival, New Year’s Eve and Carnaval. Summer brings the Feria del Carmen in July, and September has Mexican Independence Day celebrations.
Are events in Playa del Carmen free?
Plenty of them are. The Riviera Maya Jazz Festival, the Carnaval parades and the Independence Day celebrations are all free. Concerts and festivals at venues and resorts are usually ticketed, and each listing links to the official page.
How do I get to events in Playa del Carmen without a car?
Centro is very walkable, and taxis and colectivos cover most of the area. For more freedom, a Playa Cruiser seats three, is delivered to your hotel or Airbnb, and makes it easy to hop between events.
Where can I buy tickets for Playa del Carmen events?
Open any event on this page and you’ll find a link to the official event page or ticket seller. Buying from the official source is the best way to get real tickets at the right price.
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