We are in the middle of summer in the city and this year there are many unmissable plans! Pay attention and get out your agenda because we bring you the list of what to do in Monterrey in August, because you will find experiences to enjoy the season to the fullest.
What’s in store for you? Carnita asada, fairs, candlelight concerts, nature festivals, getaways close to the city to see the stars and more.
1. Soak up nature at the Chipinque 2025 Nature Festival.
For three days, you can enjoy activities designed to reconnect with the natural environment, reflect on living with wildlife and recognize the impact of ecological reserves in our daily lives. Activities include interactive workshops, guided walks, talks with experts, games for children, theater plays and many more surprises.
August 1st, 2nd and 3rd
Schedules to be confirmed
General admission to the park $80 pesos
Chipinque Ecological Park
2. Connect with nature at Movies and Camping
The experience starts with an outdoor themed movie: intergalactic explorers in search of exotic birds. Before the movie, attendees will enjoy a bonfire with an introductory talk about native species, guided by a local biologist. The next day you can take a guided hike at an extra cost.
August 2nd
Starting at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday Cost $300 pesos
Quinta Los Picachos
3. Escape from this virtual rally at Misión Rescate.
Think you can figure it all out? Explore Monterrey’s Macroplaza while you and your team try to decipher why you were locked against your will in a city you don’t know. Through your cell phone, you will access a map that will guide you to different key points where you will have to solve riddles and puzzles in real time.
August 2, 3, 9 and 10
From 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Your tickets are here
Macroplaza
4. Watch a movie outdoors at Parque Cinema
Parque Cinema is back this summer with free outdoor movie screenings for the whole family! This cultural program, organized by the municipality of San Pedro Garza Garcia, has become a family tradition since its inception in 2012, offering cinematic experiences under the stars during the summer season.
Different dates from August 2 to 30
At 8:00 p.m. Free admission
Different parks in SPGG
5. Go with your family to a movie under the stars in Pueblo Serena.
Every Tuesday in July you can enjoy movies under the stars in the central park of Pueblo Serena. You can choose your favorite dishes from any of the surrounding restaurants, set up your picnic and enjoy the show outdoors.
From August 5 to 26
At 8:00 p.m. Free admission
Pueblo Serena Central Park
6. See The Fantastic Four in IMAX and in 3D
Experience this magical premiere in a special 3D screening. This cinematic experience is perfect to enjoy with the whole family.
Through August 6
At 3:30 p.m.
Your tickets are here
Papalote Children’s Museum MTY
7. Be one of the first to experience Candlelight: De Musica Ligera
A live candlelight concert with the best of Soda Stereo? Listen to your favorite songs of this mythical group in a new and very original format.
August 8th
At 7:00 pm
Your tickets are here
Mexican History Museum (Dr. José Ma. Coss 445, Downtown)
8. Relive the hits of the Prince of Song in Candlelight: Tribute to José José José
Relive the hits of this great Mexican artist and enjoy Preso, La Nave Del Olvido, El Triste, Gavilán o Paloma and more.
August 8th
At 9:00 p.m.
Your tickets are here
Mexican History Museum (Dr. José Ma. Coss 445, Downtown)
9. See the full moon at the UANL Observatory
You will climb to the top of Cerro del Picacho in 4×4 safari vehicles, set up in a camping area surrounded by nature and get ready for an astronomical talk: there will be moon observation from the dome of the Tlapiani telescope!
August 9th, 16th and 17th
Departure 8:00 am
Different costs
UANL Astronomical Observatory
10. Take your furry friend to the Canine Festival
This month’s edition of the canine festival will be called Pool Pawty, and you can find different activities for your pet, a small market with local entrepreneurs and even a live DJ.
August 10th
At 4:00 p.m.
Free admission
Rufino Tamayo Park
11. Enjoy the music in La Nocturna
One of the most anticipated events! The Park will be transformed into a space full of live music, local businesses and more. A perfect plan to enjoy the outdoors.
August 15th
At 17:00 hours
Free admission
Mississippi Park
12. Break the diet at Grill Master H.E.B.
What’s in store for you? Over 17 tons of unlimited food in 7 different grill worlds that are sure to pamper your taste buds.
August 15, 16 and 17
Schedule to be confirmed
Tickets from $1,097 pesos
SMP Park
13. Enjoy free theater at the Nuevo León Theater Festival.
Come and see the different theater proposals by pure local talent. There will be six plays that have already been premiered and won this year’s call for entries.
From August 21 to 30
Schedule to be defined
Free admission
Different cultural spaces
14. Don’t miss the Candlelight: Queen vs. The Beatles
A candlelight concert not to be missed! This will be ideal to invite the true connoisseurs of good music. You will start listening to hits by The Beatles and end with your favorite Queen songs.
August 22nd
At 9:00 p.m.Your tickets are here
Mexican History Museum
15. Sing the hits of Coldplay vs Imagine Dragons with Candlelight
In this candlelight concert you will be able to listen to Coldplay’s best hits, such as Fix You, The Scientist, Viva la Vida and more. Plus you can also enjoy your favorite Imagine Dragons songs like Radioactive, Next to me, and Natural.
August 22nd
At 9:00 p.m.Your tickets are here
Mexican History Museum
16. Enjoy the Astronomical Evening with your little ones.
This activity organized with the Monterrey Astronomical Society is 100% free and 100% family friendly is designed for kids and adults to enjoy it and learn more about astronomy. You will find telescopes, workshops and more.
August 28th
At 6:30 pmFree admission
El Capitan Park
17. Sing your favorite songs at Candlelight: Tribute to Luis Miguel
Finally, an original and unmissable tribute to Luis Miguel! Listen to the best hits of El Sol de México by candlelight.
August 29th
At 7:00 pm Your tickets are here
Mexican History Museum (Dr. José Ma. Coss 445, Downtown)
18. Watch Saturn and camp out in the forest at La Estanzuela Bajo las Estrellas.
A night in the middle of the forest full of science and nature. There will be astronomical observing and you can see Saturn, the stars, nebulae, the moon at dawn and more all with astronomical explanation!
August 30th
Starting at 7:00 pm From $200 pesos per person
La Estanzuela Natural Park
Museum 31
The Franz Mayer Museum and Aplapac present the first exhibition in Mexico of 31 Minutes, the iconic Chilean program that revolutionized children’s television with its satire of the news. This exhibition invites you to rediscover its endearing characters through sets, memorable phrases and behind-the-scenes secrets.
All month (closed Mondays)
From 12:00 to 19:00 hours Tickets here
Nave Generadores CONARTE (Fundidora Park Av. Fundidora and Adolfo Prieto sn Interior del, Obrera)
20. Surprise yourself with Our Body: The Universe Within
All month long
From 10:00 to 17:00 hours
Your tickets are here
Papalote Museo del Niño-Monterrey (Avenida Fundidora Interior Papalote, Obrera, Monterrey)
21. Aquatic Season
Enjoy the water and slides at four different parks in Monterrey. This aquatic season can be enjoyed until September 15.
All month (closed Mondays)
From 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Cost $20 pesos per person
Aztlán Park (Av. Solidaridad y Esquistos, San Bernabé)
Parque España (Av. Federico Gómez s/n, Buenos Aires)
Tucán Park (Av. Comisión Tripartita esq. con Uranio, Valle de Infonavit 5º Sector)
MTY 400 Park (Rodrigo Gómez Av., Carmen Serdán)