Events in Cancun in December 2026
Cancun event dates for December 2026 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to December.
Cancun's December 2026 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
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Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.
Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Dec 1 - Dec 7
Cancún International Film Festival 2026
A week-long film festival showcasing independent films from Mexico and around the world, with screenings, workshops, and panel discussions.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Dec 10 - Dec 13
Cancún Jazz Festival 2026
Annual jazz festival featuring international and local jazz artists performing at various venues around Cancún.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Dec 15 - Dec 24
Cancún Christmas Market 2026
Seasonal market featuring local artisans, food vendors, and holiday-themed entertainment in downtown Cancún.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe · bankDec 12
- Christmas Day · publicDec 25
- Long weekend with bridge dayDec 25–Dec 27
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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Turn these December events into a full Cancun plan, every place checked for closures, limited hours, and booking needs on your dates.