🪩 Silent Disco, Lobster Festival, Ballet Gala and More!

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First—ICYMI—here’s another chance to read the Tuesday newsletter:
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We have some great events coming up that you won’t want to miss. There is a silent disco and a ballet gala in Playa del Carmen. Tulum welcomes you to their 3rd annual Lobster Fest and the Trendy Market is back in Puerto Aventuras!

You get to meet Gracie, Playa Animal Rescue’s Adoptable Dog of the Week and get the Live Music Lineup for the upcoming week! Plus, try your luck at this week’s Trivia Question!

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TRIVIA TIME

Trivia Time – A Patriotic Plate

Every August and September, one of Mexico’s most colorful dishes returns to restaurant menus—Chiles en Nogada. With its bright green, white, and red presentation, it’s a delicious nod to the colors of the Mexican flag. But do you know where this iconic dish was first created?

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.

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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.

 3rd Annual Tulum Lobster Festival

This Friday, Tulum kicks off the 3rd Annual Festival de la Langosta—a celebration of the Caribbean spiny lobster and the fishing communities that have sustainably harvested it for generations. The opening day at the Palacio Municipal will feature a lively gastronomic competition where local cooks go head-to-head, crafting creative lobster-based dishes judged by top chefs.

Beyond the flavors, you’ll find live music, cooking classes, talks on sustainable fishing, and a lobster market where you can take the taste of the festival home. It’s a delicious way to connect with local traditions and meet the fishermen behind the catch. Stay for live music starting at 6 PM.

📍 Explanada del Palacio Municipal, Tulum
📅 Friday, August 15
🎟️ Free Admission | Food & Beverages for Purchase

Feria Trendy Artisans Fair in Puerto Aventuras

Coppelia Dance Company Summer Gala

An unforgettable evening of artistry takes the stage as the Municipal Institute of Culture and Arts of Playa del Carmen, in collaboration with Coppelia’s Ballet & Company, presents the Summer Gala. This spectacular performance brings together international dancers who have graced world-renowned stages such as the Paris Opera, Hamburg Ballet School, and Joffrey Ballet, now sharing their talent right here in Playa del Carmen.

From elegant classical ballet to stirring contemporary pieces, this is your chance to experience the magic, grace, and passion of dance in an intimate theater setting. Tickets are available at Coppelia’s Ballet Academy or at the theater box office starting at 12 PM on the day of the show.

📍 Teatro de la Ciudad, Playa del Carmen
📅 Saturday, August 16 | Curtain Time: 7 PM
🎟️ Tickets: 100 MXN (Includes free admission for one child or teen per parent)

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Silent Disco Party at Caché Boutique Hotel

Trade the thumping speakers for your own wireless headset and dance to your own beat at your preferred volumn at this one-of-a-kind Silent Disco. Three DJs—DJ Nasty, DJ Hanan, and DJ Charly—will be spinning everything from club bangers to chill grooves across three channels, letting you switch up the vibe as often as you like.

Sip on drink specials like 2-for-$250 Aperol Spritz, 2-for-$220 Gin Solferino, 2-for-$100 beers, and half-price wine bottles, and keep the party going under the stars.

📅 Saturday, August 16 | 8 PM
📍 Caché Hotel Boutique, Calle 10 Norte & Av. 15 Norte, Playa del Carmen
🎟️ Cover: 100 MXN per person
📞 Reservations: +52 984 544 2228

Swim with Gentle Giants

Have you ever wanted to come face‑to‑fin with the largest fish on the planet? From June to September, whale sharks, the calm, awe‑inspiring giants of the sea, make their seasonal appearance off the coast of the Yucatán Peninsula. This small‑group snorkeling tour, leaving from Cancun, is your chance to meet them up close under expert guidance.

This deeply memorable excurstion includes round‑trip hotel transfers, snorkeling gear (fins, mask, snorkel, and life jacket), and a bilingual naturalist guide to walk you through the experience. After swimming near these remarkable creatures, you’ll make a stop on Isla Mujeres to enjoy a fresh, beachside ceviche lunch and relax in the water at North Beach.

📍 Departure Point: Marina Puerto Xtabay in Cancun
📆 Dates: Available daily June through September
💰 Inclusions: Hotel pickup & drop‑off, snorkel gear, life jacket, guide, lunch (ceviche & sandwiches), soft drinks and water | Reef tax ($20 USD) payable in cash on day of tour.
👉️ Check availability and reserve online here

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 GRACIE, OUR DOG OF THE WEEK

🐾 Pretty little Gracie has the most adorable fuzzy ears. She is so sweet and loves people. Gracies is 18 months old, spayed, up to date on vaccinations, parasite free and has received all her monthly preventatives. If you are interested in Gracie, send an email to [email protected].

💵 Want to help, but can’t adopt? There are plenty of opportunities to support Gracie 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!

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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 August 14 - 20, 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.

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