¡Qué Rico es Cancún! is a themed food weekend at Parque de las Palapas: cochinita pibil, poc chuc and panuchos at the first in July 2025, Tren Maya route dishes in August, breads at January's Pancito Fest.
Dates and details checked October 2, 2026 by Elliot Marsh against the organiser's site.
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¡Qué Rico es Cancún! runs in Monthly themed weekends. These are the food tours and tastings in Cancún to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
Day trip · 6 hours
Private Yacht from Cancún to Isla Mujeres Cruise through the Cancún Lagoon to Isla Mujeres Included: Crew, snorkeling gear, fuel, and complimentary drinks
2 days
Dive into the Caribbean's vibrant marine life with a 2-day PADI course. Gain certification while exploring stunning underwater landscapes.
Water activity · 4 hours
Embark on a snorkeling and spearfishing tour from Cancún to Isla Mujeres. Explore hidden coves, enjoy ceviche made with the day's catch, and relax in the crystal-clear...
The Feria del Mole at La Parrilla on Avenida Yaxchilán in Cancún reached its 31st edition in 2026: a buffet of 16 moles from around Mexico, poblano to tamarind, at 435 pesos.
TipIn 2026 Quintana Roo residents got two buffets for one with an INE card; drinks are extra, and the buffet stops at 18:00.
15-31 May 2027
Feria del Mole at La Parrilla
Mole buffet: poblano, almendrado, verde, negro, tamarindo and shrimp moles
24-25 Oct
Festival Parrillero del Caribe
Live-fire grilling, smoked meats, wine, gin and craft-beer tastings
30 Oct to 2 Nov
Festival de Vida y Muerte at Xcaret
Traditional cooks from Quintana Roo and a guest state (Guanajuato in 2026)
23 Jan to 8 Feb 2027
Expo Feria Valladolid
Yucatecan fair food: tamales on 2 February, chocolomo and antojitos in the food area
17 Oct
Wine Fest at The Fives
Wine tastings with charcoal-grilled meats, cheese and charcuterie stations
30 Oct to 2 Nov
Janal Pixan Cancún
Pan de muerto contest and Day of the Dead food stalls