Here’s a list of must-do activities to make the most of the season—fun-filled plans for all ages!
If you’re wondering what to do in Monterrey this April, get ready because the month arrives with perfect weather, a packed schedule, and spring fever in full swing.
With concerts, outdoor events, experiences, and plans to enjoy the sunshine, April is the perfect time to break out of your routine and rediscover the city.
Whether you want to make plans with friends, as a couple, or with family, here are the best options to make the most of spring.
Here’s a list of must-do activities to make the most of the season—fun-filled plans for all ages!
Experience the MTY 2026 Fair at Forum Monterrey.
Forum Monterrey
The MTY 2026 Fair will return to the Forum Monterrey esplanade with amusement rides, themed shows, food trucks, and a craft market.
Solve clues at Detectives Urbanos.
Rufino Tamayo Park, across from La Milarca Museum
Become a detective for a day in this virtual rally. You’ll have to solve a mysterious crime, collect evidence, decipher clues, and more. Do you have what it takes to be a good investigator?
Escape this virtual rally in Misión Rescate.
Do you think you can solve everything? Explore Monterrey’s Macroplaza as you and your team try to figure out why you were locked up against your will in a city you don’t know.
Using their cell phones, participants will access a map that will guide them to different key locations where they must solve riddles and puzzles in real time.
Spend a night under the stars at the Astronomical Campsite in La Huasteca.
Quinta San Jorge
A night under the stars with telescopes, astrophotography, and camping. If you’re looking for a unique getaway in April, the Nuevo León Astronomical Society is organizing an astronomy camping trip.
The experience includes stargazing with telescopes, an astrophotography workshop, recreational activities, and camping with departure on Sunday.
Escape the city and go camping in Cozumelito.
Cozumelito, Río Ramos
Enjoy a weekend of camping and hiking in Cozumelito without worrying about the logistics. If you’re in the mood for a different kind of outdoor adventure this April, this organized camping trip in Cozumelito is perfect for beginners and includes equipment, a guide, and a fun group atmosphere. The trip departs from Tim Hortons (Walmart Las Torres) on Saturday at 3:00 PM and returns on Sunday at 12:00 PM.
Be enchanted by Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a dazzling performance.
Teatro Versalles
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty has finally arrived in Monterrey. This legendary tale comes to life with stunning choreography and luminous costumes.
What’s in store for you? Dancers glide across the stage in illuminated costumes, creating a spectacle of color and light, transforming every turn and every leap into a magical moment.
Relive the magic of the hobbits at Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings.
Museum of Mexican History
There will be a limited-edition Candlelight concert themed around The Lord of the Rings. This exclusive tribute concert, performed by a talented string quartet, will bring the unforgettable music from the films to life.
Discover the new Tierra de Dinosaurios Museum in Santiago.
El Porvenir Cotton Factory
In this new permanent space, you’ll find scientific replicas of original fossils, themed settings, and enormous dinosaurs that seem to come to life. But without a doubt, the star of the show will be the dinosaur, approximately 25 meters long, considered one of the largest in Latin America.
Are you a fan of the Divo de Juárez? Experience Candlelight: A Tribute to Juan Gabriel.
Museum of Mexican History
And great tribute bands that bring songs back to life are the best option! You’ll be able to enjoy Juan Gabriel’s greatest hits performed live by the soft glow of candlelight.
Immerse yourself in an intimate concert at The Jazz Room Monterrey.
The Jazz Room Monterrey
If you’re in the mood for something different this April, The Jazz Room is coming to Monterrey with live concerts in an intimate setting featuring jazz, ragtime, and blues inspired by 1920s New Orleans.
The shows last about 60 minutes, feature professional ensembles, and have limited seating, so booking in advance is recommended.
Catch them all at the Poké Fest Monterrey in Barrio Antiguo.
Vegarum, Barrio Antiguo
If you’re looking for an unmissable event to end the month with nostalgia and lots of fun, the Poké Fest in Monterrey is the perfect choice.
There will be a letter exchange, guest artists, and merchandise sales for fans of all ages.
Parque Fundidora Splash Zone (free admission): a water-themed activity for kids.
If you’re looking for a free family activity this April in Monterrey, the Splash Zone at Fundidora Park opened on March 21 as a free option for kids to enjoy shallow pools.
Explore “Constellations and Drifts” at MARCO.
Although it opened at the end of last month, this exhibition featuring nearly 170 works celebrating the 50th anniversary of the FEMSA Collection is definitely a must-see.
If you want to add a cultural outing to your list in Monterrey this April, head to MARCO for the exhibition “Constellations and Drifts,” which brings together works by more than 115 Latin American artists from the FEMSA Collection.