Still don’t know what to do this weekend in Monterrey? Make the most of the third weekend in October. Check out these incredible plans you won’t want to miss.
From October 16 to 18, you can enjoy activities to make the most of the city and more. Remember, staying home isn’t an option!
If you’re looking for something different to do this weekend in Monterrey, Candlelight: Disney Love Songs is the ultimate concert experience for Disney fans. Immerse yourself in the world of Disney through live performances of your favorite love songs, all performed in a classic style under the light of thousands of candles.
If you’re in the mood for something more cultural this October weekend, head to the 34th edition of the FIL Monterrey, featuring nine days of cultural activities, performances, and events; general admission is free.
If you’re looking for something different to do this first weekend of October in Monterrey (and the surrounding area), head to Dino Terror, a temporary Halloween exhibition at Tierra de Dinosaurios, located inside the Fábrica El Porvenir in Santiago, Nuevo León, running from October 1 through November 1.
If you’re already making plans for the weekend in Monterrey (and the ones to come), mark this event on your calendar: the Jardín de Otoño will open at Rincón Tostitos by Jardín 85, featuring family-friendly activities, an outdoor movie theater, and the Casa Belmont horror experience.
If you’re looking for a unique outing with an autumn vibe, Pumpkin Dash is a family-friendly festival inspired by American harvest festivals, taking place at Parque 213 on Carretera Nacional. The event features themed attractions, a maze, live shows, a kids’ area, and both general admission and VIP ticket options.
Visit the Pumpkin Park
If you’re already looking to get in the mood for the spooky season after this weekend, mark your calendar for this fall and Halloween event with two venues in Monterrey (Parque Fundidora and Foro Valle Oriente), featuring haunted houses, mazes, kids’ shows, and more, from October 9 to November 8, 2026.
If you’re looking for a family-friendly event with a Day of the Dead atmosphere, Xantoluz is returning to Parque España in Monterrey with a themed tour featuring more than 20 daily shows, new interactive spaces, expanded stages, and activities for the whole family; the event will be 100% pet-friendly.
Visit the cempasúchil garden at Rancho El Venadito
If you’re looking for something different to do near Monterrey this weekend, head to Rancho El Venadito, which opened its marigold garden on September 19, 2026. The field, spanning more than one hectare and featuring around 6,000 plants, is located on the Santiago–Arteaga route and also offers sunflowers, velvet flowers, and local products.
