Weekend in Mexico City: what to do to have the most fun

The wait is over, and this weekend, the parade of lions and dragons celebrating Chinese New Year will finally take place in the Historic Center of Mexico City.

This show is organized by the Museum of World Cultures, so after the parade, the venue will offer more related activities, such as dance and martial arts performances, workshops, and conferences.

Let’s hit the dance floor! As part of the Art Week program in Laguna, there will be a sonidero dance this Saturday.

During the first hour, the turntable will be open for attendees to play their vinyl records. Starting at 5:00 p.m., Musas Sonideras and Monstra Móvil Discotheque will take turns in one-hour periods to get you moving with a fusion of tropical music and high energy.

Admission is free, but you must register your attendance on Laguna’s Instagram profile.

Last weekend! The exhibition Japan: From Myth to Manga bids farewell to the Franz Mayer Museum this Sunday, February 8, and you can’t miss it.

This exhibition is a taste of Japanese culture that will transport you to four different worlds: sky, sea, forest, and city.

There are more than 150 objects that reveal Japanese art, history, and traditions: origami, mythological creatures, fashion, photography, and much more.

If you are one of the few people who have not visited this exhibition, take advantage of its last few days and don’t miss the opportunity to travel to Japan without a passport.

Enjoy chocolate, a bazaar, and shows at the Cacao Fair!

If you want a plan that combines cravings and outings this weekend, head to this gastronomic and cultural event dedicated to cacao, with artisanal products (chocolate, bread, cosmetics), traditional food, and an art bazaar. There will be live shows and Valentine’s Day celebrations.

Fans of Coraline and the Secret Door won’t want to miss the opportunity to see the film again at one of Mexico City’s most important venues, the National Auditorium.

This weekend, the film will be screened as part of a dreamlike production, accompanied by a live orchestra.

If you also love this movie, enjoy it again, but this time in a mesmerizing way.

From the first weekend of February, we can already feel the romantic vibes in every corner of the city, including the UNAM Botanical Garden.

Let that special someone know that this Saturday there will be a guided tour where they will get to know this beautiful place, where they will not only connect with nature, but also discover the scent of different flowers. Is there anything more romantic?

To make a reservation, send a WhatsApp message to 56 1405 4445.

The Antropomorfosis exhibition arrives at the Consigna gallery with sculptures and other pieces by Leonora Carrington. If you want to add a cultural event to your agenda, this sculpture exhibition mixes the human, the animal, and the symbolic through metamorphosis. Register your visit here.

Clothes and accessories with the three B’s! Renew your wardrobe at this bazaar where everything costs less than $100.

Here you’ll find unique pieces and runway-worthy outfits without spending a fortune.

Remember to bring your reusable bags to take your purchases home.

If you’re looking for something to do with kids this weekend, this new exhibition near Mexico City is a great option.

Era Sauria: Mesozoic Footprints is an exhibition at the Tolzú Center in Toluca. Through a journey filled with roars, you will travel back to the Jurassic era to learn about the life of dinosaurs, from the moment they were born.

Fans of these impressive creatures are sure to take a mini-getaway to see what it’s all about.

General admission costs $60, but children, students, teachers, and INAPAM members pay $50.

If you don’t have plans for this weekend yet, we have one that deserves to be on your list: Light Cycles, the immersive experience that transforms Chapultepec Forest into a universe of light, sound, and magic under the night sky.

This unique tour, which lasts approximately 45–60 minutes, combines technology, nature, and art: from trees that seem to sing with lights and enveloping melodies to installations that play with shadows and colors, as if the forest had a life of its own.

This Sunday, the José Martí Cultural Center presents Enredados, an adaptation of Rapunzel by the Antagónicos Theater Company.

Admission is free, so you’re sure to find long lines to get in. We recommend arriving early, as space is limited.

Take advantage of the weekend to organize an artistic route through the fairs, events, and exhibitions that are part of Art Week 2026.

Some of the most popular are Material, Salón Acme, BADA, and Zona Maco, but they’re not the only ones. In this guide, you’ll find more information about each one and other places that will offer an artistic experience to remember.

Your sweet tooth will be satisfied at this festival where you will not only taste coffee and chocolate, but also celebrate Love and Friendship Day.

In addition to finding a wide variety of desserts and artisanal products, you can also participate in cultural activities such as talks, tastings, emocioramas, philosophical coffee, and more. Of course, the main theme will be Valentine’s Day.

If you need to restock on the coffee you drink at home or want to try a new artisanal chocolate, this plan is sure to be on your weekend agenda.

This Sunday, walk down Madero Street and meet key figures from the history of the Historic Center.

Get ready to take a tour of this street, from the Zócalo to Isabel la Católica; you’ll learn about its pre-Hispanic past, its time as Paseo de Plateros, and key figures such as La Güera Rodríguez.

Remember that to join the tour, you must arrive 15 minutes before the start of the activity at the meeting point, which is the Plaza de la Constitución on the corner of Madero Street. There you will find staff wearing black vests with the name of the program “Paseos Históricos de CDMX” (Historical Tours of Mexico City).

More than 100 embroidered letters full of confessions and emotion await you at the Palacio Postal.

If you’re looking for something quiet and different to do in Mexico City this weekend, check out the exhibition La segunda carta jamás enviada (The Second Letter Never Sent), which brings together works with messages of love, farewell, and reflection. It’s on display on the third floor of the Palacio Postal and is an emotional and free experience, ideal for the month of love.

The world’s largest inflatable park has finally arrived in Mexico City! Take advantage of the weekend and hurry to discover this amusement park where you can jump nonstop.

It features giant inflatable attractions, slides, ball pits, obstacle courses, and a host of other facilities. There is also an arcade and food court.

At The Big Bounce, fun has no age limit, so adults can enter special areas.

Sweeten your life at this traditional fair! Producers from the Xochimilco municipality will sell a huge variety of products made with olives and amaranth. You can buy traditional sweets, alegrías, and more.

The National Film Archive presented a special film series paying tribute to María Félix. This weekend, the screenings come to an end, so don’t miss them!

The lineup includes the films La bandida on Friday, February 6, Amor y sexo on Saturday, February 7, and La generala on Sunday, February 8.

Nopalera en el corazón is an exhibition of nopal sculptures that reflect Mexican art through vibrant colors; the designs were created by artists and various talented collectives.

As part of Art Week 2026, we will have an activity focused on textile art. The best part is that it will take place in a former yarn and fabric factory in Mexico City.

Not sure what to do today in Mexico City? We have a plan you’ll love, as you’ll come face to face with the most iconic characters from Tim Burton’s films. You’ll see Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands, and many more. There will also be sketches and lots of surprises.