{"id":95701,"date":"2025-02-12T13:50:55","date_gmt":"2025-02-12T18:50:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.plalla.com\/puerto-morelos-carnival-2025-dates-artists-and-everything-you-need-to-know\/"},"modified":"2026-01-19T11:10:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T16:10:54","slug":"puerto-morelos-carnival","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/plalla.com\/en\/puerto-morelos-carnival\/","title":{"rendered":"Carnival of Puerto Morelos 2026: Dates, Venues and Official Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <strong>Puerto Morelos Carnival 2026<\/strong> is officially confirmed and will take place under the theme <strong>\u201cTo the Rhythm of History and Tradition\u201d<\/strong>, a celebration that will fill both the town of Puerto Morelos and the community of Leona Vicario with music, color, and joy.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Throughout February, local families and visitors will enjoy parades, dance troupes, costume contests, floats, and a special musical lineup, all as part of the <strong>10th anniversary of the municipality of Puerto Morelos<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a23b840e627b\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" 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2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/plalla.com\/en\/puerto-morelos-carnival\/#Program_and_activities_of_the_Puerto_Morelos_Carnival_2026\" >Program and activities of the Puerto Morelos Carnival 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/plalla.com\/en\/puerto-morelos-carnival\/#Dance_Troupe_Contest_at_the_Puerto_Morelos_Carnival_2026\" >Dance Troupe Contest at the Puerto Morelos Carnival 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/plalla.com\/en\/puerto-morelos-carnival\/#Registration_and_official_announcements\" >Registration and official announcements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/plalla.com\/en\/puerto-morelos-carnival\/#Why_you_shouldnt_miss_the_Puerto_Morelos_Carnival_2026\" >Why you shouldn\u2019t miss the Puerto Morelos Carnival 2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Official_dates_of_the_Puerto_Morelos_Carnival_2026\"><\/span>Official dates of the Puerto Morelos Carnival 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Puerto Morelos (town center):<\/strong> February 6 to 8, 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leona Vicario:<\/strong> February 13 to 16, 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Schedule:<\/strong> From 7:00 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-111588\" src=\"https:\/\/plalla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/concurso-de-comparsas-puerto-morelos.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plalla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/concurso-de-comparsas-puerto-morelos.webp 2048w, https:\/\/plalla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/concurso-de-comparsas-puerto-morelos-1536x758.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Venues_of_the_Puerto_Morelos_Carnival_2026\"><\/span>Venues of the Puerto Morelos Carnival 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The activities will take place in open-air venues, ideal for enjoying a family-friendly and festive atmosphere:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Puerto Morelos:<\/strong> \u201cPescadores\u201d Baseball Field<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leona Vicario:<\/strong> Leona Vicario Baseball Field<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Program_and_activities_of_the_Puerto_Morelos_Carnival_2026\"><\/span>Program and activities of the Puerto Morelos Carnival 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The Puerto Morelos Carnival 2026 will feature a program designed for all ages, with activities that highlight local culture and community talent:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Special musical performances celebrating the municipality\u2019s anniversary<\/li>\n<li>Dance troupe parades<\/li>\n<li>Costume contests<\/li>\n<li>Decorated floats and bicycle floats<\/li>\n<li>Cultural and family-friendly events<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>These activities aim to strengthen community bonds and preserve the traditions that define Puerto Morelos and Leona Vicario within the Mexican Caribbean.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-111589\" src=\"https:\/\/plalla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/presentacion-de-carnaval-de-puerto-morelos.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"700\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dance_Troupe_Contest_at_the_Puerto_Morelos_Carnival_2026\"><\/span>Dance Troupe Contest at the Puerto Morelos Carnival 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>As a central part of the celebrations, the carnival will host the <strong>Dance Troupe Contest<\/strong>, one of the most anticipated events for participants and spectators.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Categories:<\/strong> Children, Youth, Adult, and Open<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prizes:<\/strong> Cash prizes for top placements<\/li>\n<li><strong>Registration:<\/strong> Municipal Institute of Culture and the Arts of Puerto Morelos<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Each call for participation includes specific requirements, evaluation criteria, and documentation, which can be reviewed through the municipality\u2019s official channels.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Registration_and_official_announcements\"><\/span>Registration and official announcements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Those interested in participating in the activities and contests of the Puerto Morelos Carnival 2026 should follow the <strong>official social media channels of the Puerto Morelos City Council<\/strong>, where rules, deadlines, and updated details are published.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Registration deadlines vary depending on the activity, so checking the information in advance is highly recommended.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_you_shouldnt_miss_the_Puerto_Morelos_Carnival_2026\"><\/span>Why you shouldn\u2019t miss the Puerto Morelos Carnival 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Puerto Morelos Carnival 2026<\/strong> is much more than a party\u2014it is a celebration that blends history, tradition, music, and community participation in one of the most authentic destinations in the Riviera Maya.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for <strong>things to do in Puerto Morelos in February<\/strong>, this carnival is an excellent option to enjoy with family, friends, or as part of a Caribbean travel experience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Puerto Morelos Carnival 2026 is officially confirmed and will take place under the theme \u201cTo the Rhythm of History and Tradition\u201d, a celebration that will fill both the town of Puerto Morelos and the community of Leona Vicario with music, color, and joy. &nbsp; Throughout February, local families and visitors will enjoy parades, dance 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