What to Do in Mexico City in April: Festivals, music, and entertainment

Mexico City is vibrant year-round, but April brings something special. With the arrival of spring, the city bursts into color with festivals and cultural events you won’t want to miss. If you’re wondering what to do in Mexico City this month, here are some top activities.

• Festival de las Flores y Jardines (FYJA) 2025

Polanco comes to life with the Festival de las Flores y Jardines, turning its streets into a spectacular display of colors and fragrances. From April 3 to 6, Avenida Presidente Masaryk and its surroundings will be adorned with stunning floral installations, making it the perfect spot to enjoy the weather and snap incredible photos.

• AXE Ceremonia 2025

On April 5 and 6, Parque Bicentenario will host AXE Ceremonia 2025, a festival featuring emerging talents and big-name artists like Tyler, the Creator, Massive Attack, and Charli XCX. If you love live music, this is an event you can’t miss.

Location: Av. 5 de Mayo 290, Refinería 18 de Marzo, Miguel Hidalgo

• Xochimilco Ice cream fair

April brings warm temperatures, and what better way to cool off than with a trip to the Xochimilco Ice Cream Fair? For a full week, you can try traditional and exotic flavors like rose petals, tequila, and even snakes. It’s one of the most anticipated events of the season.

• Playmobil exhibit at Museo Casa de Carranza

Looking for something unique? The Playmobil exhibit in Mexico City is a must-see. It celebrates 50 years of these iconic toys with massive dioramas and large-scale figures. The exhibit runs until June 15 at Casa de Carranza.

Location: C. Río Lerma 35, Col. Renacimiento, Cuauhtémoc

• Children’s day with symphonic fantasy

On April 27, the Teatro Ángela Peralta will host Disney’s Fantasía Sinfónica, featuring soundtracks from Aladdin, The Lion King, and Frozen in a magical show for all ages.

Location: Aristóteles s/n, Polanco, Polanco IV Secc, Miguel Hidalgo

• Ambulante 2025: The best in documentary cinema

April marks the start of the 20th edition of Ambulante, the documentary film festival, which this year explores the theme of ocean waves. With a selection of national and international films, this edition delves into the relationship between cinema and water’s constant movement. Beyond screenings, expect interdisciplinary experiences and a new publication combining poetry and visual arts.

• Chapultepec Forest Festival: A celebration of the Fungi Kingdom

This year, the Chapultepec Forest Festival is dedicated to the fascinating world of fungi. With exhibits and workshops on their ecological importance, the festival will transform Puerta de los Leones into a visually stunning experience, making it one of the must-see spring events in CDMX.

• Serpentikah Arrives at Parque Aztlán

If you're into thrills, April is the perfect month to visit Parque Aztlán. Its newest attraction, Serpentikah, is a 520-meter roller coaster paying tribute to Quetzalcóatl, the feathered serpent.

Address: Av. de los Compositores s/n, Bosque de Chapultepec II Secc, Miguel Hidalgo

• Edgar Allan Poe film series at the Cineteca

Cineteca Nacional México is hosting a must-see series for fans of classic and dark cinema: The Classics of Edgar Allan Poe. From March to July 2025, you can catch 18 films inspired by the tales and poems of the master of horror every weekend.

Address:  Av. México Coyoacán 389, Xoco, Benito Juárez

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