Mayakoba Golf Classic PGA tournament, November 11-17, 2019

A field of the world’s leading golfers competes for the OHL Classic trophy at El Camaleon Golf Club in Mayakoba.

Triathlon Xel Ha, November 16 – 17

This annual event draws triathletes from all over Mexico and overseas.

Xoc Ch’ich Bird Watching Marathon 2019, Valladolid, November 23 & 24

The yearlong Toh Bird Festival draws to a close with the Bird watching marathon in the Valladolid area. Teams see who can clock up the most bird species sightings over two days in this fun event.

Cozumel Scuba Fest 2019, Cozumel, November 27 – December 1

Divers, explorers, oceanographers and conservationists gather on Cozumel to celebrate the beauty of the island’s reefs and discuss the threats facing the world’s coral reefs. The program includes lectures, documentaries, photo exhibits, special dive trips and a dive show.

Riviera Maya Jazz Festival, Playa del Carmen, November 29, 30 & December 1

Playa Mamitas in Playa del Carmen is getting ready for the 17th Riviera Maya Jazz festival. This year’s line up is Chucho Valdes Jazz Bata, Magos Herrera and Sr. Mandril on November 29, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Eliane Elias and Natalia Marrokin on November 30 and UB40, PBug and New York Voices on December 1. From 7 p.m. on, admission free.

Fiesta de la Inmaculada Concepcion, Izamal, December 8

Thousands of pilgrims join processions to honor the Virgin Mary. There are masses and the traditional fair or vaquería with dances, food stalls and more.

Virgin of Guadalupe, December 12

All over Mexico, the Virgin of Guadalupe, the country’s patron saint, is feted with serenades, processions, masses and flowers.