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🍂 November has barely started, and the calendar is already filling out nicely. This weekend brings two events that feel genuinely different—a major international film festival and a small, carefully put-together night of blues and art—along with ballet, comedy, some great family activities, markets and more live music than anyone could reasonably fit into four days.
Here’s what’s happening from Thursday through Sunday.
— Michele Kinnon
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This Weekend’s Top Picks
International Queer Film Festival Playa del Carmen
Thursday, November 5 through Wednesday, November 11 | Multiple venues, Playa del Carmen
The Queer Film Festival is back for its 13th year, and the program is a big one: 95 films from 26 countries, along with university screenings, visiting filmmakers and a closing-night awards ceremony with a mini recital by Morganna Love. Weekend screenings begin at Cinépolis Plaza Las Américas on Thursday at 7 PM and continue nightly through Sunday. Individual tickets start at 55 MXN. There is also a free outdoor screening at Plaza 28 de Julio on Saturday at 8 PM if you would rather watch under the stars.
Blues & Art Fest
Friday, November 6 | 6 PM | La Casa del Habano, Playa del Carmen
Blues, art and cigars is a pretty good combination for a Friday night. Renatta Rivera and guitarist Daniel Apolinar will handle the music, Rafael Ontiveros will show his work and there will be a live cigar-rolling demonstration. The 1,200 MXN ticket includes a welcome cocktail, appetizers, one Habano and two house cigars. This is an adults-only event and space is limited to just 25 people, so I would not leave this one until the last minute.
Fun for Families
Nohoch Fest 2026 continues through Saturday, November 7, in Puerto Aventuras with five days of outdoor sports, workshops, demonstrations and hands-on activities. The program includes skateboarding, surfing, slacklining, BMX, roller sports, dodgeball and paddleboarding, with options for a wide range of ages and experience levels.
GFNY Kids Cozumel 2026 gives young cyclists ages 3–13 their own race on Saturday, November 7, at 8 AM, with rider check-in at 7:30 AM. Children compete in age groups on closed streets with official race numbers, chip timing, finisher medals and an awards ceremony. Balance bikes and training wheels are permitted for the youngest riders.
Turtle Festival — Nohoch Fest 2026 brings the Nohoch Tribe community together Saturday, November 7, from 9 AM–1 PM. The morning begins on the Puerto Aventuras beach and continues with a parade to Colegio Puerto Aventuras as part of the larger weeklong celebration of outdoor sports, creativity and community.
Long Life Blessing Ceremony at Akumal Natura Rescue takes place Saturday, November 7, bringing together Tibetan Buddhist teacher Lama Dorje Chang Serkong Rimpoche and Maya spiritual guide Don Egilio for blessings for the sanctuary’s rescued animals and Mother Earth, a guided meditation and lunch. Admission is free, donations are welcome, and advance reservations are required.
NOVA FEST 2026 takes over Centro Universitario Inglés in Playa del Carmen on Saturday, November 7, from 1 PM with anime, cosplay, K-pop, gaming and student-led activities. Admission is 80 MXN in advance or 100 MXN at the door.
Imagine Circus returns to Parque Fundadores in Puerto Morelos on Saturday, November 7. Stars Gym performs at 6:30 PM, followed by the circus program at 7 PM. This is an open-air, family-friendly community event.
Arts & Culture
Fandango de Muertos takes place at the Centro Cultural y Museo de Puerto Morelos on Thursday, November 5, from 5–8 PM. This first edition brings music, dance and community traditions together for one final Día de Muertos gathering. Admission is free.
MORSA: A Tribute to The Beatles comes to Teatro de la Ciudad in Playa del Carmen on Thursday, November 5, at 8 PM with a concert built around the music of the Fab Four.
The Nutcracker by World Ballet Tour is at Teatro de Cancún on Friday and Saturday, November 6 and 7, at 8 PM. Tickets range from 740 MXN–1,215 MXN, and children ages 3 and older require a ticket.
El Güero Cocom brings his hilarious Spanish-language stand-up show to Caimán Tugurio Public Market in Playa del Carmen on Saturday, November 7. Doors open at 8 PM and the show begins at 9 PM.
The Magic of Cameo Glass continues at the Museo de la Isla de Cozumel through November 29. The exhibition brings together 58 cameo-glass works by artist Greg Dietrich, combining traditional carving with contemporary glass art.
Markets & Fairs
Puerto Morelos Artisan Night Market returns to the town square on Thursday, November 5, from 4–10 PM with locally made art, jewelry, clothing, gifts and food.
La Lomita Saturday Market runs Saturday, November 7, from 10 AM–1 PM in Puerto Aventuras with local makers, specialty foods and small businesses.
Kermés Gastronómica El Arrecife fills Parque Fundadores in Puerto Morelos on Sunday, November 8, from noon–10 PM with local food vendors and regional specialties. Puerto Morelos Baila begins in the same park at 6 PM, with live salsa from La Maina.
Live Music Around Town
Thursday, November 5
Andromeda Acoustic at Quinta Parrilla, PDC | 6 PM (acoustic rock)
Voodoo Chile Blues at La Vagabunda on 5th, PDC | 7:30 PM (blues)
Mr. Rojo at Brain Freeze, Playa del Carmen | 8 PM (Latin pop)
Divas Retro at La Vagabunda de la 38, PDC | 8 PM (’70s–’90s tribute)
Zoar Miranda Jazz Trio at The Lost Tiki, Playa del Carmen | 8 PM (jazz)
Mr. Rojo at Yupiss, Playa del Carmen | 8 PM (Latin pop)
Why Not? at Fah Bar, Playa del Carmen | 8:30 PM (rock and pop)
Tequila Sunrise at Zenzi Beach, Playa del Carmen | 8:30 PM (rock and pop)
Aura Band at Caimán Public Market, PDC | 9 PM (Latin and pop-rock)
Polly Rockets at Corner Bar 44, Playa del Carmen | 9 PM (rock)
Crossover at Caimán Tugurio, Playa del Carmen | 9:30 PM (rock)
Ensambless Band at Karen’s Restaurante, PDC | 9:30 PM (variety covers)
Baron Hasley at Lux Morty, Playa del Carmen | 10 PM (live music)
Primera Fila at Yupiss, Playa del Carmen | 10 PM (Latin music)
InCircle at McCarthy’s, Playa del Carmen | 10:30 PM (rock)
Black Velvet at Nauti Burro, Puerto Aventuras | 4:30 PM (rock and pop)
Cheap Tequila at Nauti Burro, Puerto Aventuras | 7 PM (classic rock)
Blue Soul at Paparazzi Pizza, Puerto Aventuras | 8 PM (’80s and ’90s hits)
Four Beats at La Sirena, Puerto Morelos | 8 PM (rock and pop)
Hippie Salazar at El Refugio, Puerto Morelos | 8:30 PM (piano favorites)
CRIST Project at Los Molcajetes, Puerto Morelos | 9 PM (rock and pop)
Delay Band at Las Micheladas del Semáforo, Puerto Morelos | 10 PM (rock covers)
Friday, November 6
Reggie Going at La Vagabunda de la 38, Playa del Carmen | 1 PM (live music)
Polly Rockets at Caimán Tugurio, Playa del Carmen | 5 PM (rock)
Daniel Apolinar at La Casa del Habano, Playa del Carmen | 6 PM (blues)
Renatta Rivera at La Casa del Habano, Playa del Carmen | 6 PM (blues)
Cheap Tequila at La Vagabunda on 5th, Playa del Carmen | 6 PM (classic rock)
Blue Soul at La Vagabunda de la 38, PDC | 8 PM (’80s and ’90s hits)
Daniela Aparicio at Lido Beach Club, Playa del Carmen | 8 PM (acoustic pop)
Polly Rockets at Fah Bar, Playa del Carmen | 8:30 PM (rock)
Rock Pek at La Vagabunda on 5th, Playa del Carmen | 8:30 PM (rock)
Aura Band at Caimán Public Market, PDC | 9 PM (Latin and pop-rock)
Mr. Rojo at Corner Bar 44, Playa del Carmen | 9 PM (Latin pop)
Marea Roja at Caimán Tugurio, Playa del Carmen | 9:30 PM (rock)
Ensambless Band at Karen’s Restaurante, PDC | 9:30 PM (variety covers)
Luces Bien at Yupiss, Playa del Carmen | 9:30 PM (rock and pop)
Andromeda at Dirty Martini, Playa del Carmen | 10 PM (rock)
Golliath at Lux Morty, Playa del Carmen | 10 PM (rock)
Balboa at McCarthy’s, Playa del Carmen | 10:30 PM (rock)
Mad Horse at Munchy’s, Puerto Aventuras | 5 PM (country rock)
SIGNALS at Latitude 20°, Puerto Aventuras | 7 PM (rock and pop)
Aleita & Friends at Sandro’s en Layla, Puerto Morelos | 7:30 PM (jazz, poetry and boleros)
Tren Latino at La Sirena, Puerto Morelos | 9 PM (salsa)
Saturday, November 7
Fher Lepe at Active Beach House, Cancún | 2 PM (reggae)
Dúo Okana at La Vagabunda de la 38, Playa del Carmen | 11 AM (acoustic pop)
Modem Paris at La Vagabunda on 5th, Playa del Carmen | 1 PM (live music)
Polly Rockets at La Vagabunda on 5th, Playa del Carmen | 5 PM (rock)
Blue Soul at Fah Bar, Playa del Carmen | 6:30 PM (’80s and ’90s hits)
Son del Padrino at La Vagabunda on 5th, Playa del Carmen | 7 PM (Latin pop)
Sound Collective at Pez Vela, Playa del Carmen | 8 PM (rock and pop)
The Killing Grooves at Zenzi Beach, Playa del Carmen | 8:30 PM (rock)
Aura Band at Caimán Public Market, PDC | 9 PM (Latin and pop-rock)
Crossover at Fah Bar, Playa del Carmen | 9 PM (rock)
Mr. Rojo at La Vagabunda on 5th, Playa del Carmen | 9 PM (Latin pop)
Polly Rockets at Caimán Tugurio, Playa del Carmen | 9:30 PM (rock)
Ensambless Band at Karen’s Restaurante, PDC | 9:30 PM (variety covers)
Luces Bien at Corner Bar 44, Playa del Carmen | 10 PM (rock and pop)
Golliath at Lux Morty, Playa del Carmen | 10 PM (rock)
CRIST Project at McCarthy’s, Playa del Carmen | 10:30 PM (rock and pop)
Angelica & Friends at Cafe Olé, Puerto Aventuras | 5 PM (live music)
Tequila Shot at Cafe Olé, Puerto Aventuras | 7:45 PM (rock and pop)
Stefi Alonso at Paparazzi, Puerto Aventuras | 8 PM (live music)
Deja Vu at La Sirena, Puerto Morelos | 9 PM (classic rock)
Talla Musical at Micheladas del Semáforo, Puerto Morelos | 10:30 PM (Latin music)
Sunday, November 8
Victoria Carpio Dueto at La Vagabunda de la 38, PDC | 11:30 AM (jazz)
Modem Paris at La Vagabunda on 5th, Playa del Carmen | 1 PM (live music)
El Flaco de la Salsa at La Vagabunda de la 38, PDC | 6:30 PM (salsa)
Dúo Okana at La Vagabunda on 5th, Playa del Carmen | 7 PM (pop)
Mr. Rojo at Brain Freeze, Playa del Carmen | 8 PM (Latin pop)
GOADE at Caché Rooftop, Playa del Carmen | 8 PM (reggae)
Lex at Lido Beach Club, Playa del Carmen | 8 PM (acoustic set)
Mad Horse at Fah Bar, Playa del Carmen | 8:30 PM (country rock)
Combo Criollo at Zenzi Beach, Playa del Carmen | 8:30 PM (salsa)
Lazy Dynamite at Caimán Tugurio, Playa del Carmen | 9 PM (rock)
Luces Bien at Corner Bar 44, Playa del Carmen | 9 PM (rock and pop)
Ensambless Band at Karen’s Restaurante, PDC | 9:30 PM (variety covers)
The Roomies at Lux Morty, Playa del Carmen | 10 PM (rock and grunge)
Primera Fila at Yupiss, Playa del Carmen | 10 PM (Latin music)
Blue Soul at Munchy’s, Puerto Aventuras | 5 PM (’80s and ’90s hits)
Latin Sound at The Diving Bar, Puerto Morelos | 2 PM (Latin music)
Miuzek at My Paradise Beach Club, Puerto Morelos | 2 PM (live music)
La Maina at Parque Fundadores, Puerto Morelos | 6 PM (salsa)
CRIST Project at Las Micheladas del Semáforo, Puerto Morelos | 7 PM (rock and pop)
Puerto Malix at La Sirena, Puerto Morelos | 8 PM (flamenco fusion)
These are the live music annoucements that have been submitted to the Riviera Maya Events Calendar before midnight on Wednesday. If your event is not listed, it may have been submitted after the cutoff.
The roundup is only part of what’s happening. The full Riviera Maya Events Calendar also has DJ and techno nights, karaoke, dancing, wellness events and plenty of late-night fun that didn’t make this edition. Take a look and find your kind of weekend fun.
Would you like to see your event featured in the Weekend Roundup? Make sure it is submitted to the Riviera Maya Events Calendar on Wednesday for consideration in the Thursday newsletter.
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