300 Local Artists Shine at Feria del Carmen 2025

Playa del Carmen, Mexico — More than 300 artists from Quintana Roo are participating in the Feria del Carmen 2025, marking a historic shift in programming under the leadership of Mayor Estefanía Mercado. The event, organized by the Municipal Institute of Culture and Arts of Playa del Carmen, prioritizes local talent, a departure from previous years when opportunities for state performers were limited.

A Platform for Quintana Roo’s Talent

The fairground’s Teatro del Pueblo, located on Avenida CTM, hosted a lineup of local artists on Sunday, including performances by Clown Chacacuá, the children’s group Alebrijes, the University of Quintana Roo’s ballet Pan Ch’ Eel, and the group Orígenes led by maestro Ernesto Ramos. Other acts featured the duet Karla Cruz and Bernardo Nieto, La Voz de Corralejo, comedian Tila María, the Caribe dance academy, and the musical group Fresa y la Sentencia.

Ernesto Santiago Martínez, Director of the Municipal Institute of Culture and Arts, emphasized the significance of the initiative: "We are making the dreams of our artists come true, while families and visitors get to experience and applaud their performances."

Upcoming Performances

The fair’s schedule continues with performances on Monday, July 14, including the Trío Excelencia, Show Artístico by La Sede, Trío Ecos del Mayab, Nani Namu, and the Mariachi Imperial de la Riviera Maya.

On Tuesday, July 15, the stage will feature the Coro de la Ciudad Infantil y Juvenil, the Coro de Adultos led by Maestra Adela, Gonna Méndez, Mariachi Nativa Danza, Raíces Compañía, and singers Anabel Mendoza and Larissa Cobos.

The final day, Wednesday, July 16, will showcase students from the Puerto Aventuras municipal music school, Luis García, Jessi Reyeka, Cris Nova, the musical group The Heart Makers, the dance studio Inspirae, and DJ Chris #ElNuevoLíder.

Previous Performances Well-Received

Earlier acts included students from dance and music workshops at the Cultural Center, the Marimbística group, the Cuzamil Folkloric Ballet of Cozumel, the Ciudad Mujeres Folkloric Ballet, singer Viridiana Mondragón, the Amate Academy of Dance and Performing Arts, and the group Los Elegantes del Carmen.

The Feria del Carmen 2025 has drawn praise for its focus on local talent, offering a platform for Quintana Roo’s artists to shine while celebrating the region’s cultural identity.