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Culture Events Isla Mujeres Tourism

Chiapas Folk Ballet Performs at Nochecitas Isleñas in Isla Mujeres

Dancers in colorful traditional costumes perform on stage at the municipal esplanade in Isla Mujeres.

Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo — The Municipal Folk Ballet of Palenque, Chiapas, performed Saturday night as part of the Nochecitas Isleñas program, bringing the traditional dances and music of the southern state to the island’s main square.

Directed by Gustavo Domínguez Priego, the company presented “Colores de Chiapas,” a folkloric suite highlighting the region’s cultural heritage through colorful costumes and traditional choreography.

Spectators gathered at the Explanada municipal to watch the performance. Suemi González Sánchez, director general of Social Development, attended on behalf of the mayor and mingled with local families and tourists who came to see the show.

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By Staff Desk

The Riviera Maya News & Events Staff Desk covers local events, cultural celebrations, community stories, and general news from across the Riviera Maya and Yucatán Peninsula. The Staff Desk produces timely coverage of festivals, municipal announcements, community initiatives, and stories that don't fall under a single specialist beat, ensuring that every corner of the region receives balanced attention.The Staff Desk draws from municipal calendars, event organizers, community submissions, and official announcements to keep English-speaking readers informed about what's happening in their communities — from charity events and school programs to local government services and cultural exhibitions.When individual bylines are not used, the Staff Desk attribution reflects collaborative reporting by the editorial team, with the same editorial standards, fact-checking, and translation review applied to every story.