A new month begins and with it a new opportunity to have fun. Organize your free time, plan your agenda and gather your favorite people because here we tell you what to do in CDMX during May 2024. Boredom has no place in this list!
What to do in CDMX (for a fee) in May
1. Jurassic World Live Tour
The Palacio de los Deportes is getting very adventurous, because this May 2024 comes Jurassic World Live Tour. It is a dinosaur show that will take you back to prehistoric times with its special effects and scenery. Kids and grown-ups will see around 24 life-size dinosaurs!
📅1 to May 12.
⏰Different schedules
🎟️De $495 to $4,880
📍Viaducto Rio de la Piedad and Rio Churubusco s/n, Granjas, Iztacalco
The Wayne Foundation Gala
The DC universe brought to CDMX a gastronomic, immersive and thematic experience that will transport you to Gotham City. It is composed of a four-course menu and signature mixology that will bring your favorite characters to life.
📅15 – May 24
⏰17:00 y 21:30
🎟️Mira your tickets here
📍Casino Español at Isabel La Católica 29, Centro, Cuauhtémoc
3. Tour in the house of Cañitas
If you love horror experiences, don’t hesitate to join this tour organized by Pulquipedia. On board a minibus you’ll get to know the most iconic haunted houses in CDMX, among which Cañitas stands out. The best part? Carlos Trejo will be present and will even give you his autographed book. To get your courage up, you’ll be delighted to know that along the way you’ll be able to drink pulque natural and cured pulque.
📅May 25
⏰19:00
🎟️$500 per person, you can book via WhatsApp at 55 3259 0459
📍The exact meeting point will be announced on the day of your reservation.
4. David LaChapelle Exhibition
If you love art, and you’re looking for things to do in CDMX this May, you won’t want to miss the exhibition“David LaChapelle: LOVE“. We’re talking about an exhibition with a bunch of large-scale works by the iconic American photographer and artist – don’t miss it!
📅Starting May 11.
⏰Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
🎟️$255 general admission
📍Palacio de Minería at Tacuba 5, Downtown, Cuauhtémoc
5. LUM
But if immersive experiences are your thing, don’t miss LUM. It is an installation that unites digital art with light, a space intervened by artists from Mexico, Belgium and Colombia. The combination of projections, surround sound and lighting will stimulate all your senses.
📅Various dates during May.
⏰Tuesdays to Sundays at different times.
🎟️Encuentra your tickets here
📍InSpace at Pestalozzi 35, Narvarte, Benito Juárez
6. Lucía Méndez in Vedette
Among the unmissable activities for May is the Vedette show headed by Lucía Méndez. It is a show that will make you feel as if you were in Las Vegas. It is a combo of dancing, music with live orchestra and even delicious food. Ideal to celebrate Mother’s Day 2024.
📅Friday and Saturday, May 3 – 31
⏰21:30
🎟️Tus access is this way
📍Stelaris Foro Reforma at Paseo de la Reforma 80, 25th floor.
7. Tibuto to Bad Bunny
But if the “bad bunny” is your thing, then you won’t want to miss this Bad Bunny tribute concert. It should be noted that it won’t be just any show, but a Candlelight concert. Meaning it will be lit with thousands of candles, so get ready to sing “La Canción” or “Ojitos lindos” in the most romantic and luminous way.
📅May 17
⏰21:00
🎟️Encuentra your tickets here
📍Hacienda de los Morales at Juan Vazquez de Mella 525, Polanco I Section, Miguel Hidalgo
8. Noctambulante
If you love horror movies and camping, then this plan has to be on your list of things to do during May in CDMX. It’s a cinematic camp that will screen films of pagan legends and folk horror. Get the chocolates ready and get your scares ready!
📅May 18
⏰Starting at 3:00 p.m.
🎟️De $400 to $2,200
📍Third Dynamo
9. Dining in the Dark
This May, blindfolded dining makes a comeback. Yes, we are talking about Dining in the Dark. You still don’t know what it is? Well, it is a menu that you will try without seeing or knowing what you are putting in your mouth. At the beginning you will be able to choose between meat, seafood or vegan dishes, although you won’t really know the recipe until you eat it.
Don’t worry, it’s delicious. The interesting thing is that by not seeing the food, your sense of taste will explode its potential and give you a delicious moment. The laughs won’t be lacking, as you’re sure to lose the cutlery, don’t be afraid to get messy!
📅May 11
⏰20:30
🎟️Encuentra your access here
📍La Imperial Reforma on Paseo de la Reforma 483, Cuauhtémoc
10. Afterlife
Fans of electronic music, surely contemplate this festival on the list of things to do during May in CDMX. Afterlife arrives to Chilango with a show full of projections, digital art and state-of-the-art sound tools. Don’t miss it!
📅May 25
⏰17:00
🎟️$6,710
📍Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez at Viaducto Río de la Piedad s/n, Granjas México, Iztacalco
11. Burger Fest
The wait is over and during May we will finally witness Burger Fest. It is a gastronomic event where the most delicious burger joints in the CDMX will gather; they will delight you with their most amazing creations.
📅11 May
⏰17:00
🎟️$650 adults and $350 for children 8 to 17 years old.
📍Campo Marte de Polanco
12. Exhibition of Illusions
If you are looking for something to do in CDMX this May and you want to surprise yourself, this will be the winning option. It’s an exhibition of 70 installations related to visual perception – you’ll discover that nothing is what it seems and you’ll take lots of pictures!
📅Throughout May.
⏰9:00 a 18:00
🎟️$100, but may vary
📍Palace Museum of the School of Medicine at Brasil 33, Centro, Cuauhtémoc
13. NY Jazz All Stars
If you love jazz, and are looking for things to do in CDMX this May, this event is for you. It is a series of jazz concerts in which different exponents of this musical genre travel from New York to infect us with their passion for instruments and art. This edition will be in charge of Tyreek McDole Quartet.
📅May 25
⏰20:30
🎟️Puedes find your tickets here
📍El Cantoral at Puente Xoco s/n-Puerta A, Xoco
14. Luli Pampin
Call the little ones because at the end of May the children’s artist Luli Pampín will give an incredible show in CDMX. Such show is called El libro musical and will fill the little ones of the family with colors, music and fun.
📅May 26
⏰17:00
🎟️De $565 to $1,883
📍Arena CDMX
15. Mother’s Day
Besides giving mom flowers on her day, it’s time to celebrate her as she deserves. Luckily, there are plenty of events where she’ll have a great time and you can spoil her rotten. You can check out some of the Mother’s Day plans here.
What to do for free in CDMX during May
16. Dragon Ball Festival
Throw yourself into celebrating Goku Day at Futurama, as there will be a festival with karaoke, contests, games, cosplay, contests and many other surprises that will thrill lovers of this anime.
📅May 11 and 12
⏰10:00 a 18:00
🎟️Entrada free
📍Otavalo 15, Lindavista, Gustavo A. Madero
17. International Museum Day Tour
International Museum Day is celebrated this May 18. That’s why content creator Karla Museos will give a free tour of emblematic museums in CDMX such as: Museo Nacional de Antropología, Museo de Arte Moderno and Museo del Tequila y el Mezcal. 5 museums in total!
The tour will be aboard the Capital Bus, so along the way you will see the main streets of the city. To get a double pass you must follow the indications mentioned on Karla Museos’ Instagram profile. Winners will be revealed on May 15.
18. Museum Fair
Don’t worry if you didn’t win the previous dynamic, you still have a chance to celebrate International Museum Day. This fair is an event where you can see different cultural expressions such as: live music, workshops, educational activities and much more. don’t miss it!
📅May 18
⏰12:00 a 17:00
🎟️Actividad free of charge
📍Plaza Tolsá at Tacuba 8, Centro
19. Zócalo Walk
A few months ago the government announced that the capital’s Zócalo will be pedestrianized. Since then, free activities have been carried out for chilangos. This time it is a walk where you can participate in all kinds of activities, from watching shows and carnival troupes, to borrowing a bike or skates. Also, there will be wrestling performances.
📅12 May
⏰From 10:00 am.
🎟️Actividad free of charge
📍Zócalo of CDMX
20. Taco Fair
It’s time to have some delicious tacos! If you have a craving, go to Iztapalapa, because this month a gastronomic fair begins where you can delight yourself with the different versions of taquitos that exist: canasta, steak, carnitas or pastor. It doesn’t matter which one is your favorite, because they will all be delicious.
📅10 to May 15
⏰10:00 a 19:00
🎟️Entrada free of charge
📍Iztapalapa Macroplaza
21. Jardín Onírico (Dream Garden)
Among the unmissable exhibitions to see in May is Jardín Onírico. It is an immersive exhibition where you will reflect on dreams through light, movement and sound.
⏰Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 18:00 throughout May.
🎟️Entrada free of charge
📍Centro de Cultura Digital at Paseo de la Reforma s/n, Juárez, Miguel Hidalgo.
22. Cenart film series
During May the Centro Nacional de las Artes will have outdoor cinema. Some of the films that will be screened are Hasta el viento tiene miedo, Veneno para hadas and Más Negro que la Noche. get the popcorn ready!
📅13, May 20 and 27.
⏰Check the schedules on the official website.
🎟️Acceso free
📍Río Churubusco 79, Country Club Churubusco, Coyoacán
23. Fun Nights
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Six Flags will have nighttime fun! This amusement park is extending its hours during May. There will be live music shows, food and more, and best of all, it’s FREE! If you were at the park you can stay longer to join the event. But, if you don’t have access, you’ll also be able to enjoy the activities.
📅4, May 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 and 26.
⏰19:00 to 21:00 and 20:00 to 22:00
🎟️Acceso free of charge
📍Carretera Picacho-Ajusco k. m 1.5, Jardines del Ajusco, Tlalpan
24. The Simpsons Expo
At the Futurama Cultural Center will be held the first exhibition of The Simpsons where you can see samples of collections and art pieces. In addition, there will be screenings of legendary episodes, as well as lectures and other shows – if you’re a fan, don’t miss it!
📅9 May to 1 June.
⏰Different schedules subject to the activity.
🎟️Entrada free
📍Otavalo 7, Lindavista, Gustavo A. Madero
25. Ternurines Bazaar
Do you collect Ternurines? Then don’t miss the chance to go to Suvecito Fest, a bazaar where you can buy accessories or adopt Ternurines. The best part? There will be music, selfie spot, workshops and much more.
📅May 11
⏰12:00 a 19:00
🎟️Entrada free
📍Tonalá 308, Roma Sur, Cuauhtémoc
26. Mundo Japan Festival
Tai chi show, Chinese lions, martial arts and much more in this festival that will thrill your whole family. Also, there will be a bazaar with jewelry, groceries, clothing and other Japanese items. Wear your best outfit because you can participate in the cosplay contest!
📅May 19
⏰11:00 a 19:00
🎟️Entrada free
📍Centro de Convenciones Churubusco del Sindicato del IMSS at Calzada de Tlalpan 1721, Coyoacán