The year is over! Let’s end it with a bang with these unmissable plans: festivals, Christmas events, and much more. Check out what to do in Mexico City in December 2025.
There will be various Christmas activities, holiday fairs, concerts, and much more. Keep an eye out and start organizing your schedule.
Free event
Have you got your bike ready? December 20 will be the last night ride of the year. It will have a Christmas theme and there will be everything: music, sports activities, and more. You can go on foot, by bike, skateboard, or roller skates.
Free admission
Looking for things to do in Mexico City in December? Get into the Christmas spirit at the Zócalo festival, which this year will feature the largest light tunnel in all of Mexico. There will also be three Christmas trees, 14 illuminated figures, and even concerts.
$616 per person
Mexico City is very lucky! Because we’ll get to experience the official Stranger Things event in the city at almost the same time as the series premiere. If you want to join your favorite characters from Hawkins to fight the other side and defeat Vecna, this is your chance. It features a tour with special effects worthy of a set from the series, as well as an area where you can feel like a resident of Hawkins. Don’t miss it! Oh, and don’t forget your ’80s outfit because you’ll want to take a thousand photos.
Free event
Everything is more than ready for the New Year’s Eve event on Paseo de la Reforma! This time there will be a party with electronic music, so get your best dance moves ready.
Free admission
This is one of the December events in Mexico City that you can’t miss. It’s an exhibition where you’ll learn more about the history of Godzilla. There are models, immersive installations, and more.
Free admission
More than 40 countries will participate in the 2025 World Fair, which will have a Christmas edition. You will learn about the culture, traditions, and cuisine of places such as China, Colombia, Japan, Spain, Russia, and more.
From $470 to $2,928
One of the shows you can’t miss during the Christmas season is The Nutcracker. The stage will be decorated for the season, and the show will be performed by the Fine Arts Theater Orchestra and the National Dance Company.
From $544 to $1,320 plus service charges
Here we bring you not only December events in Mexico City but also in nearby locations. In Puebla, the Brilla Fest will be held, which this year will feature attractions such as an illuminated bridge, a train, and Nikolaus’ castle.
Free admission
The Selfie Experience is back, this time with an edition called “Christmas around the world, “ which consists of several spots where you can take pictures. Each space focuses on different parts of the world, such as Paris and London. Admission is free, but you must register beforehand using the QR code you will see at the venue. You can go Monday through Sunday from 11:10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
From $410 to $915
Listen to live Christmas songs at this candlelit concert. Songs such as “Feliz Navidad,” “Let it Snow,” “O Holy Night,” “Jingle Bells,” and many more will be performed. You’ll feel the Christmas spirit with lots of music.
$50 per person
In this exhibition, you will see the sets and puppets used to make the film Soy Frankelda, Mexico’s first stop-motion film. You will be amazed by the details of each piece. You can visit from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Christmas Market in Mexico City
Free admission
Among the December plans in Mexico City that you can’t miss is this Christmas market in a shopping mall. They sell Christmas decorations and even trees. There is also food such as punch, mulled wine, churros, and more. Be sure to visit their monumental tree; next to it is an illuminated figure of a gift.
Free admission
The National Museum of Popular Cultures has prepared a December fair where you’ll find everything from must-try dishes to crafts, textiles, toys, and items to show off with your Christmas gifts.
From $295
This experience will make you feel like you’re in a magical forest. It has five multisensory areas with light and sound that you’ll love and that will immerse you in a unique space. The best part is that you’ll be able to take incredible photos.
From $1,180 to $1,586
The show “Navidades en México” (Christmas in Mexico) is back. It is led by Amalia Hernández’s Ballet Folklórico, and during the show you will see some of Mexico’s Christmas traditions. All performances will be at 7:00 p.m.
Christmas jazz concerts at the Torre Latino
$350 per person
Looking for things to do in Mexico City in December and love jazz? On December 12, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 23, there will be Christmas concerts at the Torre Latino viewpoint. Not only will you enjoy lots of live music, but you’ll also have a spectacular view of Mexico City.
Museum admission $70
To celebrate Super Junior’s 20th anniversary, an exhibition has been organized in Mexico City, which will take a look back at their entire career. Join in the celebration of this K-pop band.
$400 for adults and $300 for children
This place is not in Mexico City, but it is undoubtedly one of the December activities you cannot miss. In addition to illuminated villages, there will be Christmas tours on December 13 and 14, December 20 to 23, and December 25 to 30. Finally, there will be tours from January 1 to 11. You will tour the gardens filled with light and Christmas spirit.
From $299
Looking for something to do on Sunday or the weekend in general? Check out Meraki, a contemporary circus show that you’ll love. You’ll see trapeze artists and even video mapping projections.
