Merida carnival

• Location: Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico

• Category: Community Carnival

• Dates/Time: Week leading up to Ash Wednesday (varies annually)

• Duration: ~7 days

• Attendance: Tens of thousands of attendees

• Venue: Xmatkuil fairgrounds and main streets of Mérida

• Organizer: Municipality of Mérida and local cultural institutions

• Established: 19th century origins; modern version relocated to Xmatkuil in recent years

• Symbolic or Satirical Content: Medium

• Cultural or Ritual Roots: Yes

• Global or Migrant Influence: Medium

Participation Tips

• Participation Type: Participatory

• Participation Level (Scale): 4/5

• Requires Costume to Join: No, but costumes and festive attire are encouraged

• Family-Friendly: Yes

• LGBTQ+ Inclusive: Yes