Throughout the holiday season—until the first days of January 2026—the Zócalo becomes a radiant stage where every historic building seems to tell a luminous story. The monumental tree and festive décor envelop the square, while the traditional Verbena Navideña offers music, gastronomy, and artisanal treasures.
The National Dance Company and the Orchestra of the Palacio de Bellas Artes present The Nutcracker at the Auditorio Nacional, where a renewed production and 240 performers infuse the classic with near-cinematic energy. For a more intimate experience, the Centro Universitario Cultural in Coyoacán offers its own rendition with the Philharmonic Orchestra of the Arts, running through January 11, 2026.
In its 5th edition, the Three Kings’ Bread Festival gathers traditional and contemporary versions of Rosca de Reyes, along with comforting drinks like coffee, cacao, and Mexican chocolate. It’s a feast for food lovers who cherish this delicious and symbolic ritual. Admission is free, and Huerto Roma Verde hosts the event on January 3 and 4.
From February 20 to 22, the Hermanos Rodríguez
Racetrack transforms into Kinetic Metropolis, an
ephemeral universe inspired by the 2025 Las Vegas
edition. EDC México celebrates its 12th edition with
dazzling lights, monumental art, and stages featuring
Above & Beyond, Hardwell, and Charlotte de Witte.
OFUNAM begins 2026 by celebrating its 90th anniversary with a Carmina Burana gala on January 17 and 18—an electrifying start to the year’s first season. Throughout January, the Nezahualcóyotl Concert Hall will host performances that span majestic repertoires and showcase the talent of an orchestra that has shaped the country’s cultural life. Tickets available on their official site.
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