Mexico City events & things to do in December 2026
Start with Coyoacán center, Xochimilco canals, plus Templo Mayor. December in Mexico City averages 22°C / 72°F highs, 7°C / 45°F nights, and about 7 rainy days.
Expect 22°C/72°F days and about 7 rainy ones in December. Start with these:
- Coyoacán center★ 4.6 · 10.8k reviewsCoyoacán combines plazas, markets, churches, cafes, and former village lanes south of the center.
- Xochimilco canals★ 4.2 · 179 reviewsColorful trajineras cruise the surviving chinampa canal system in the southern borough.
- Eslabon ArmadoDec 2Teatro Metropolitan · Source: Ticketmaster
By TripSapien · Updated November 4, 2026
Mexico City in December 2026
Weather
TempTemperature
72°F / 45°F
22°C / 7.2°C
RainPrecipitation
7d
0.7in · 17.2mm
LightDaylight
11h
December is dry and cool at night, with Guadalupe pilgrim traffic and holiday crowds affecting north-side movement.
Events & festivals
Event calendar- Dec 2 – Dec 30
- Dec 2 – Dec 30
- Dec 3 – Dec 11
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- Dec 3 – Dec 17
Las Meninas Novohispanas Serie 1: Desde El Cielo Una Hermosa Mañana
Arts & Theatre · Comedy.
Source: Ticketmaster
- Dec 3 – Dec 31
- Dec 3
OCBA. Orq. de Cámara de Bellas Artes Programa 10, 8+. Ingreso 19:30 h.
Arts & Theatre · Classical.
Source: Ticketmaster
- Dec 4 – Dec 5
- Dec 4 – Dec 6
- Dec 4 – Dec 6
- Dec 4 – Dec 23
- Dec 5 – Dec 30
- Dec 5 – Dec 26
- Dec 5
- Dec 6
Coordinación Nacional de Música y Ópera Tercera Gala Concertistas
Arts & Theatre · Classical.
Source: Ticketmaster
- Dec 6 – Dec 27
- Dec 6 – Dec 20
- Dec 8
- Dec 9
- Dec 10
- Dec 10 – Dec 15
Compañía Nacional de Ópera La Sra. en su balcón/Cavalleria Rusticana
Arts & Theatre · Classical.
Source: Ticketmaster
- Dec 10 – Dec 18
- Dec 11
- Dec 11 – Dec 22
- Dec 11
- Dec 12
Our Lady of Guadalupe Pilgrimage and Processions
Associated occasion: Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Source: festival calendar
- Dec 12
- Dec 12
- Dec 13
- Dec 13
- Dec 15
- Dec 15
- Dec 15 – Dec 16
- Dec 16 – Dec 17
- Dec 16 – Dec 20
- Dec 18
- Dec 20
- Dec 20
- Dec 26
- Dec 31
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Dec 12Day of the Virgin of GuadalupeBank holiday
- Dec 25Christmas DayPublic holiday
- Dec 25-Dec 27Long weekend with bridge day
About Mexico City
City overview
México City fills a high valley at more than 2,200m, layering Mexica ruins, Spanish colonial squares, 20th-century murals, and huge modern neighborhoods. Travelers usually divide it into Centro Histórico for the Zócalo and Templo Mayor, Chapultepec-Polanco for museums and parks, and Roma, Condesa, Coyoacán, or San Ángel for food, houses, and slower walks.
Food & drink
México City food ranges from tacos al pastor, suadero, tamales, chilaquiles, pozole, tlacoyos, quesadillas, churros, and pan dulce to formal dining rooms. Mercado de San Juan, Mercado de Coyoacán, Mercado Medellin, Roma-Condesa taquerias, and Centro cantinas give a stronger first pass than one famous restaurant.
Top sights
Ranked for December suitability using weather, setting, ratings, and review volume.
- 1Templo Mayor
- 2Palacio de Bellas Artes
- 3National Museum of Anthropology
- 4Chapultepec Castle
- 5Museo Soumaya
- 6Zócalo and Metropolitan Cathedral
- 7Torre Latinoamericana
- 8Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul)
1Templo Mayor
4.8★ · 35,190indoorClosed MonExcavations beside the cathedral expose the main temple of Tenochtitlan, with a museum holding sculpture, offerings, and the Coyolxauhqui stone. It gives the Zócalo its pre-Hispanic context.
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2Palacio de Bellas Artes
4.8★ · 196,241indoorOpen dailyThe marble arts palace opened in 1934 with Art Nouveau and Art Deco details, a Tiffany glass curtain, and murals by Diego Rivera, David Alfaro Siqueiros, and others. It stands beside Alameda Central and the metro station of the same name.
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3National Museum of Anthropology
4.8★ · 92,760indoorClosed MonThe Chapultepec museum holds the Sun Stone, Maya rooms, Mexica galleries, and regional archaeology collections under a huge umbrella courtyard. It is the essential first museum for understanding sites across México.
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4Chapultepec Castle
The hilltop castle served as an imperial residence, military academy, and presidential residence before becoming the National History Museum. Its terraces look across Chapultepec Park and Reforma.
Wikipedia5Museo Soumaya
The silver curved museum in Polanco holds the Slim collection, with Rodin sculptures, European painting, and Mexican works. It sits near Plaza Carso and Museo Jumex.
Wikipedia6Zócalo and Metropolitan Cathedral
The Plaza de la Constitución is the ceremonial center of México City, bordered by the cathedral, National Palace, and government buildings. The cathedral was built from the 16th to 19th centuries over the old Mexica sacred precinct.
7Torre Latinoamericana
The 1956 skyscraper survived major earthquakes and remains a useful Centro Histórico viewpoint. Its observation deck looks toward Bellas Artes, the Zócalo, and the ring of mountains on clear days.
Wikipedia8Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul)
The blue house in Coyoacán preserves rooms, works, photographs, and personal objects from Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. Timed tickets sell out, especially on weekends and holidays.
Reserve timed tickets in advance; same-day entry often sells out.
Neighborhoods
1Centro Histórico
Centro is monumental and crowded, with the Zócalo, Templo Mayor, cathedral, Bellas Artes, Alameda Central, old cantinas, pedestrian streets, and heavy weekday commerce.
2Roma Norte and Roma Sur
Roma is leafy and restaurant-heavy, with Porfirian houses, galleries, coffee bars, Mercado Roma, Plaza Río de Janeiro, and easy walks into Condesa.
3Condesa and Hipodromo
Condesa circles Parque México and Parque España with Art Deco apartments, dog walkers, late dining, bakeries, and nightlife that stays calmer than Centro.
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- 4Polanco and Chapultepec
Polanco and the park edge are museum-and-shopping territory, anchored by Anthropology, Chapultepec Castle, Avenida Presidente Masaryk, Soumaya, and large hotels.
- 5Coyoacán and San Ángel
The southern old villages feel slower, with Casa Azul, Coyoacán plazas, San Ángel courtyards, Bazar Sabado, churches, and market lunches.
- 6Juárez, Zona Rosa, and Reforma
This central belt mixes embassy streets, LGBTQ nightlife, Reforma monuments, business hotels, Korean restaurants, and direct links between Centro and Chapultepec.
- 715 de Agosto
- 825 de Julio
- 97 de Julio
- 10Acacias
A quiet, upper-middle-class area with parks, restaurants, and shops nearby. It's well-connected by public transport, with the Coyoacán Metro and Acacias Park just a few blocks away.
- 11Acueducto de Guadalupe
- 12Ahuehuetes Anáhuac
- 13Algarin
A commercial area with easy access to major transport routes and nearby attractions like Parque Delta shopping center and Jamaica Market. The neighborhood is quiet and family-friendly, with local restaurants and shops along Tlalpan and Viaducto streets.
- 14Ampl Granada
A modern district with several cultural attractions and upscale shopping. It contains the Museo Soumaya, Colección Jumex, and Acuario Inbursa, alongside the Antara Polanco mall.
- 15Ampliación Aviación Civil
A mix of busy streets like Calzada Ignacio Zaragoza and local markets offering traditional foods and snacks. It's close to major transport options, with the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez and Foro Sol nearby, plus a local market just a few blocks away.
- 16Aragón Inguarán
- 17Aragón La Villa
- 18Asturias
A busy commercial area with easy access to public transport, including three metro lines and main avenues like Tlalpan and Viaducto. The famous Jamaica flower market and a supermarket are nearby, along with various shops and food outlets.
- 19Barrio Chino
A mix of Chinese and Mexican eateries, with "cafes de chinos" serving fusion dishes along Dolores Street. The area is also home to businesses decorated with Chinese motifs and local religious altars, reflecting its unique cultural blend.
- 20Barrio La Lonja
A quiet area with easy access to the Insurgentes Sur avenue and the metrobus station. Nearby, there are Tlalpan Park, Cuicuilco pyramids, and various shops like Lecaroz Bakery and Taqueria, along with hospitals and universities close by.
- 21Barrio Niño Jesus
Barrio Niño Jesus has local stops such as Parroquia y Convento de San Agustín de las Cuevas, La Sazón de Tlalpan, and Cantina la Jalisciense. The church and former convent dates back to the 17th century.
- 22Barrio Norte
- 23Barrio San Fernando
Barrio San Fernando has local stops such as Piantao, an Argentinian restaurant with live music and tango shows, Terraza Verde, a Mexican restaurant, and La Casa del Pan Papalotl, an artisanal bakery offering vegetarian and whole foods.
- 24Barrio San Juan
- 25Belisario Domínguez
- 26Bosque de Chapultepec I Sección
One of the largest city parks in Mexico, featuring Chapultepec Hill and serving as an ecological space for the city. It's a key area for outdoor activities and relaxation, with various museums and attractions within the park.
- 27Bosque de Chapultepec II Sección
Home to one of the largest city parks in Mexico, featuring Chapultepec Hill and extensive ecological space. It's a key area for outdoor activities and relaxation in the city.
- 28Buenavista
- 29Buenos Aires
Known for its used car parts dealers, but these businesses often sell stolen merchandise. The area also features an old cemetery established by Maximilian I, which contains fine tombs and sculptures.
- 30Campamento 2 de Octubre
Day trips
50km / about 1h by bus from Terminal del Norte or by tour van
Teotihuacan
The pyramids of the Sun and Moon, Avenue of the Dead, and murals make the best archaeological day from the capital. Start early for cooler climbs and lighter crowds.
130km / about 2h by bus from TAPO to Puebla
Puebla and Cholula
Puebla adds Talavera tiles, mole poblano, colonial churches, and nearby Cholula pyramid views toward Popocatepetl. It is a long but clean bus day.
80km / 1.5-2h by bus or car from México City
Tepoztlan
The Morelos town has a market, mountain walls, and the Tepozteco pyramid hike. Weekends are busy, so weekday travel is easier.
Getting around
The Metro, Metrobus, trolleybus corridors, RTP buses, and Ecobici bikes cover much of the city under the integrated Movilidad card, but transfers and platform crowds take patience. Traffic is severe, so combine transit for long moves with registered taxis or ride-hail for late nights and far southern sights.
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Common questions about Mexico City in December
- What to pack for Mexico City in December
Pack for December's weather, not a generic Mexico City checklist.
- Layerable daytime clothes for average highs around 22°C / 72°F.
- A heavier evening layer because nights average 7°C / 45°F.
- A small umbrella or packable shell for scattered rain across about 7 days.
- How many days do you need in Mexico City
- 4 days covers the main Mexico City highlights at a realistic pace. Add 3 extra days if you want the listed day trips.
- Is Mexico City worth visiting in December
- Yes. December in Mexico City averages 22°C / 72°F highs, 7°C / 45°F nights, and about 7 rainy days.
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