10 Things to Do in Cancun in November

Cancun is a Mexican city located in the Yucatan Peninsula and is annually visited by Mexicans and foreigners who want to admire the beautiful turquoise waters and also learn a little about the ancient civilizations that inhabited the area.

If you plan to visit Cancun in November, you can enjoy activities, attractions and festivals that will make you live the Mexican culture to the fullest and live each of its traditions, such as the Day of the Dead, a Mexican tradition that is lived with great joy and color every year.

Below I tell you in detail each of the activities you can do during your visit to Cancun in November. In addition, I will tell you some recommendations that will be useful for your visit to the city. Let's get started!

In Mexico, every year the Day of the Dead is celebrated in the month of November, which is a pre-Hispanic tradition to remember loved ones who are no longer present.

This day is full of colors and aromas as it is tradition to put an altar of the dead dedicated to someone. This altar has various elements such as marigold flowers, papel picado, candles, incense, food, photographs, personal objects, among other decorations that make the altar of the dead a true space to remember and at the same time, celebrate life.

To commemorate this important date for Mexicans, Cancun hotels put up their altars of the dead and some even have their own festivals and ceremonies. For example, Xcaret annually celebrates the Festival of Traditions of Life and Death, which includes artistic presentations of theater, dance, music, among others, in order to preserve this beautiful Mexican tradition and let the world know a little of the culture that is lived on those days.

But if you want to live a completely different celebration, I recommend you visit the community of Tres Reyes, where on November 2 an ancestral cult is celebrated which creates a link between the living and the dead. In addition, you can enjoy the typical dishes of this community.

It will be a wonderful experience that will take you back to the past. Remember to book in advance to be able to participate in this unique event in the year, it will be a unique day and you will be able to learn about this beautiful Mexican tradition of the Day of the Dead.

Are you a sports fan? Get ready to compete in one of the most important sporting events in Mexico that takes place every year in November, the Xel-Ha Triathlon, where in addition to developing your talent, you can witness the beautiful nature and landscapes that Cancun has.

The triathlon has different categories so you can register in the one that best suits your needs. In addition, by participating in this event, you will also be contributing to the care of the environment since the organizers promote some actions such as the use of chemical-free sunscreen, less use of printed material, separation of garbage, among some others that can make a big difference.

Plaza located in Cancun's hotel zone where you can enjoy walking out doors or if you prefer, you can venture into its water canals and ride in a gondola. In addition, you can make a day of shopping and visit some of its stores, which include international, national and regional brands, as well as different restaurants that offer a variety of food for everyone.

And if that were not enough, you can observe the city from above while riding on the Ferris wheel in the plaza.

Discover this beautiful place in Cancun in November because the weather is very pleasant during this month and you can enjoy a fun time in La Isla shopping village.

Thanksgiving is a U.S. holiday that is celebrated with the purpose of giving thanks for what has been received during the year and is usually celebrated with a family dinner, where the main dish is turkey. And if you are one of those people who celebrate this day, you can do it during your stay in Cancun!

In the city, you can find different hotels that organize dinners to celebrate Thanksgiving in a different and original way, combining Mexican and American traditions. You will enjoy the traditional turkey and a delicious pumpkin pie, along with tacos and ceviche.

Also, Cancun's weather in November is very pleasant since the hurricane season is over and what better time to take a vacation in Cancun to welcome the beginning of the countdown to Christmas.

If you are planning a vacation in November, Cancun is an ideal place to travel and you can also enjoy a Thanksgiving Day like at home. Don't miss it! As a recommendation, look for some hotel options where they organize dinners to celebrate this special day.

If you are visiting Cancun in November, you will have the opportunity to experience the patronal feast of Christ the King, which is lived with great devotion and joy every year by the inhabitants of the city.

The patronal feast is celebrated for nine days in the Church of Christ the King, located in front of the palapa park. The activities that take place during the festival days include religious activities, Mexican food sales, a fair and a Mexican folklore festival.

Don't miss the opportunity to experience an authentic Mexican patron saint festival, you can enjoy activities both inside and outside the church.

If you are a fan of music, especially jazz, you will love this festival, which consists of three days of music with the participation of different artists and personalities from the world of jazz. In addition, the festival includes an extra night where you can attend additional concerts and enjoy Mexican food and drinks.

The festival is held annually in November at the Moon Palace Hotel, where you can also have fun on the beach, in the pools or on the golf course. By staying at the hotel where the festival will take place, you will not have to worry about transfers or schedules, you can enjoy everything in one place.

If you plan to visit Cancun in November and attend the festival, I recommend you to check in advance the packages and promotions offered by the hotel to enjoy the event to the fullest.

This park located in downtown has a wide variety of attractions for all tastes and ages. The little ones can enjoy a playground, where they can run and play freely. On the other hand, adults can visit some of the exhibitions that are located in the square, as the artists are usually placed in the palapas and exhibit their works. You can also buy some handicrafts made in the region.

The park also has a stage where concerts and festivals are held, especially on weekends. So schedule your visit to experience an event in the park. I recommend you to visit it in November since you can find some events to celebrate the Day of the Dead and at the same time, you can enjoy a nice walk outdoors.

Around the park there are several food stands where you can taste some of the typical dishes and learn a little of the gastronomy of the Mexican Caribbean.

And while you are visiting the Palapa Park, I recommend you to take a walk through downtown and admire the colors, sounds and beauty of Cancun.

If you are passionate about art, you will love this activity.

There are several paintings that have been painted on buildings located downtown and in the hotel zone. These works reflect the beautiful Mexican culture, as well as various realities such as education, environmental care, conservation of flora and fauna, among other important issues.

Several artists are those who volunteer to paint these murals. Thus, national and international artists from Vienna and Brazil come together to give color and life to the buildings of Cancun and in this way, promote art and raise awareness of the problems that are currently experienced around the world.

Some of the initiatives that have joined Cancun's street art are Sea walls: Murals for oceans, which aims to promote the care of the oceans through art, The end of the age of walls, which refers to the issue of education in Mexico.

Although there is no guided tour to visit the murals, you can plan your own itinerary and visit them the day and time that suits you best. This time you won't have to worry about schedules or entrance fees. In November the weather is very nice and you will be able to enjoy a walk without having to worry about it.

When visiting somewhere, gifts are a must and what better place to buy them than in a typical market of the city.

In this place you will find a great variety of items of all shapes, materials and colors. You can buy handmade crafts, clothing, key chains, accessories, among many other things.

In addition to buying some gifts, you can also visit the food stalls that are in the market and try some of the city's delicacies, you can't miss them. If you visit the market in November, you can find gifts and crafts for the Day of the Dead, they are very nice and you can take home a nice souvenir of Mexico.

Let yourself be surprised by the incredible fauna of the Mexican Caribbean and learn a little about it.

In this aquarium you will be able to observe the great variety of fresh and salt water fish, you will be impressed with their beautiful colors. Another area that you can enjoy is the contact area where you can interact with different species such as sea stars, rays and sea urchins. If you are traveling with small children, they will love this activity.

Another attraction of the aquarium is the Aquarium trek, which is an activity where you can dive into the bottom of the water, observe and touch some of the species that live in the aquarium.

Some other activities offered by the aquarium is swimming with dolphins, the visit to the auditorium where you can watch videos and educational documentaries about life in the sea. There is also an iPad area where children can do different interactive activities to teach them about the care and preservation of marine species.

Get to know a little more about the marine species found in Mexican waters and learn about their care and conservation, you will be amazed by the beautiful marine life of the country. As a suggestion, you can make a visit to the aquarium in November, since there are outdoor activities and the pleasant weather of the month will make you enjoy them to the fullest.

If you are wondering if November is a good month to travel to Cancun, yes it is! Even though it is autumn, the temperature in the city is really very pleasant, with hot and rainy days. You will be able to enjoy the sea and dive in its waters as any time of the year and at the same time enjoy some nice rainy days that will cool down the city.

Due to the hot days at this time of the year, it is advisable to drink a lot of water and keep cool. Also, don't forget to carry your umbrella in case the rain suddenly arrives.