🚨 If You Hear Sirens on Friday, Don't Panic!

TOGETHER WITH

🌞 Good morning Insiders!

There are some interesting and fun events coming up over the next week or so. Puerto Aventuras is holding its 1st Chile en Nogada festival. Caché Hotel will set the stage for a sexy Diamond Cabaret Show. La Perla Pixan has invited guests bartenders from around the globe for Negroni week and much more!

Plus, meet Maripili, Playa Animal Rescue’s Adoptable Dog of the Week, find all your favorite bands in the Live Music Lineup and try your luck at this week’s Trivia Question!

TRIVIA TIME

🌪️ Trivia Time – Stormy History

Living in the Riviera Maya means sunshine, turquoise seas—and the occasional hurricane. Do you know which powerful storm is remembered as the strongest to ever strike this region? 

You will find the answer at the end of this emai! Did you get it right? We will have another brain-teaser for you next Thursday. Share this newsletter with all your Trivia-loving friends!

WEEKEND WEATHER

The weekend forecast is projected for Playa del Carmen. The Riviera Maya is notorious for its microclimates. If you are in another part of the region, your weather may vary.

🌤️ Weekend Weather Outlook

Friday: 85 🌡️ 76 | 🌩️ Showers/Storms Likely | 70% | 💨 SE 4‑8 mph (4‑7 knots)

Saturday: 86 🌡️ 75 | 🌩️ Scattered Thunderstorms | 85% | 💨 E 3‑6 mph (3‑5 knots)

Sunday: 86 🌡️ 76 | 🌩️ Scattered Thunderstorms | 80% | 💨 E 5‑8 mph (4‑7 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 85.3ºF 

Summary: Hot, muggy & stormy — expect frequent thunderstorms thru the weekend.

📢 If You Hear Sirens Wailing on Friday—Don’t Be Alarmed!

It’s not a hurricane—it’s a hurricane drill. Yucatan and Quintana Roo will join the Second National Drill 2025 on Friday, September 19 at 12 PM Central Time (1 PM on the Riviera Maya), simulating a major storm to test emergency systems and improve disaster preparedness across the state.

Unlike other parts of Mexico, where the drill will focus on earthquakes, Quintana Roo’s scenario is hurricane-specific, reflecting our real regional risks. Sirens will sound, cell phones will buzz with alerts, and local authorities will mobilize, all part of a coordinated effort to keep residents ready and informed.

This is a good time to refresh evacuation plans, check emergency kits, remind family members what to do and read this for more hurricane preparedness tips!

Seeking impartial news? Meet 1440.

Every day, 3.5 million readers turn to 1440 for their factual news. We sift through 100+ sources to bring you a complete summary of politics, global events, business, and culture, all in a brief 5-minute email. Enjoy an impartial news experience.

Join for free today!

FIVE FUN THINGS

Here are my picks for Five Fun Things you might want to check out! As always, links to ticketing information and the locations are included in each description.

🌶️ Good Food For a Good Cause

Puerto Aventuras is coming together to support the long-overdue renovation of its Cultural Center. What was once the heart of community life in PA—hosting many fabulous events and activities—has fallen into disrepare over the past years and is desperately in need of renovations to bring it back to life.

This weekend, Colegio Puerto Aventuras and the Asociación de Colonos will host a lively Chile en Nogada Festival featuring folk dance, Mexican music, marimba, fair games, a mechanical bull, and of course—the star of the show—Chiles en Nogada! Admission is 150 pesos for adults and 50 pesos for children, with all proceeds dedicated to upgrading the Cultural Center facilities. It’s a chance to enjoy an evening of tradition and flavor while giving back to a space that benefits everyone in the community.

📍 Colegio Puerto Aventuras | Bahia Yanten, Puerto Aventuras
📆 Saturday, September 20 | 6 PM
🎟️ Admission is 150 pesos for adults and 50 pesos for children

Can’t make it to the event? You can still contribute to the fundraiser for the Cultural Center HERE.

💎 Diamond Cabaret: A Night of Glamour, Passion & Intrigue

Step into the seductive world of Diamond Cabaret, an immersive theatrical experience coming to Caché Boutique Hotel on Saturday, September 20. Follow the story of Marie, a dream-filled singer and dancer, and her mysterious mentor Malixmak, as they navigate a whirlwind of love, ambition, and betrayal—all set to dazzling cabaret performances.

Get ready for fiery dance numbers, sultry ballads, and a full evening of cabaret-style storytelling in the heart of Playa del Carmen.

📍 Caché Boutique Hotel | Calle 10 Norte & Av. 15 Norte, Playa del Carmen
📅 Saturday, September 20 | 8 PM
🎟️ 1000 MXN (includes $200 credit for food & drink)
Reserve your seat online in advance – space is limited!

🇲🇽 México en Color: Music, Dance & Cultural Pride

Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of Mexican heritage! México en Color brings the vibrant rhythms of mariachi, the energy of sones jarochos, and the beauty of traditional folk dance to life in a dazzling live performance.

This free event is a heartfelt tribute to the strength, joy, and spirit of Mexico—perfect for families, friends, and lovers of culture. Don’t miss this colorful evening of national pride and artistic expression.

📍 Parque Lázaro Cárdenas | Colonia Colosio, Playa del Carmen
📅 Saturday, September 21 | 7 PM
🎟️ Free Admission

🍹 Luchando Por La Tierra - Negroni Week 2025

One iconic cocktail. Seven nights. 22 top bartenders from across Mexico and beyond are taking over La Perla Pixán & La Carbonería for an epic week of Negroni creativity, flair, and flavor. From September 22 - 28, each night a new lineup of guest bartenders will shake, stir, and reinvent the iconic Negroni in one-of-a-kind versions, blending craft, culture, and activism.

Enjoy bar talent from CDMX, Guadalajara, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Cancún, León, Colombia, and even Spain representing illustrious bars like Florería Atlántico (Barcelona) and Tlecan (CDMX | 50 Best Bars).

📍 La Perla Pixán & La Carbonería | Calle 38 Norte, Playa del Carmen
📅 September 22 – 28 | 7 PM nightly

🍜 Asian Flavors Pop-Up Dinner with Chef Umberto

Back by popular demand, this exclusive culinary evening brings the vibrant tastes of Asia to the Riviera Maya for one night only! Join Chef Umberto at the beachfront KI Restaurant for an unforgettable pop-up dinner featuring Vietnamese pho, kimchi tastings, pork dumplings, poke bowls, crispy shrimp, fried rice, orange almond chicken, and lemon custard pie.

Come hungry and ready to indulge in Chef Umberto’s bold, aromatic, and perfectly balanced flavors in a stunning seaside setting.

📍 KI Restaurant, Ojo de Agua Beach Club | Puerto Morelos
📅 Thursday, September 25 | 6 PM arrival | 7 PM Dinner
💰 700 MXN per person
📲 998 221 2304 for reservations. Space is limited and these dinners almost always sell out!

🎣 Get Your FISH ON With Fishing Booker!

🎣 Are you looking for something fun and active to do while you are here on the Riviera Maya? Whether you are a seasoned fisherman or just starting out, FishingBooker will connect you with the best boats and the most experienced licensed Captains in the region. Spend a morning or afternoon trolling the blue waters of the Mexican Caribbean reeling in Marlin, Dorado, Wahoo, Bonito and other exciting species.

Find the best reef spots and catch delicious Grouper and Red Snapper. Click here to see their entire inventory of locally owned and operated Fishing Charters.

RIVIERA MAYA INSIDER PROUDLY SUPPORTS

Riviera Maya Insider is working together with PAR - Playa Animal Rescue to help amazing dogs find forever homes. Each week, we will feature a pup who is ready for adoption and eager to join your family.

MEET MARIPILI, OUR DOG OF THE WEEK

🐾 When Maripili was only three weeks old, she was taken away from a very drunk guy who was trying to sell her and her siblings. We think this was the right direction for her life to take. She was bottle fed in foster care until she was old enough to move to the shelter. Maripili is a sweet girl who is one year old now. She is spayed, fully vaccinated and parasite free. She has received all necessary monthly preventatives to keep her healthy. If you are interested in Maripili please send an email to [email protected].

💵 Want to help, but can’t adopt? There are plenty of opportunities to support Maripili and other pets awaiting their forever home. PAR also needs sponsors and volunteers to help with dog walking and charm school. Find out how you can help!

RMI LIVE MUSIC LINEUP

We do our best to get the most up to date information from the venues and bands. However, we are fully into low season and bookings may change at the last minute. We will do our best to keep the list up to date. Use the button below to see the updated list for September 11 - 17 , 2025.

If you are performing in Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Paamul, Puerto Aventuras or Akumal and would like to see your live music, karaoke or open mic night included in the RMI weekly newsletter, please submit your information for consideration.

JOIN THE INSIDERS!

Did you find us on Facebook? Did a friend forward this newsletter to you? Subscribe to get the best of the Riviera Maya delivered to your inbox every week for FREE!

FTC Partner Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which means if you click on them and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support our work and keeps this valuable content free for readers We only recommend products and we use and love. We will always tell you if you are entering a sponsored or partner section. Thank you for your support!