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Big Top Weekend: Circus Night, Gymnastics Cup, and El Faro Market
Big Top Weekend: Circus Night, Gymnastics Cup, and El Faro Market
From Imagine Circus to the first Gymnastics Cup, here’s what’s happening around Puerto Morelos.
Puerto Morelos Insider
Nov 14, 2025
Your Weekly Window Into Paradise Friday November 14, 2025 |
Trivia Question❓What is a popular fresh seafood dish in Puerto Morelos, typically marinated in lemon juice with tomato, onion, cilantro, and avocado? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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We’ve got a packed weekend on tap in Puerto Morelos.
The big top is coming to town with Imagine Circus at Parque Fundadores, our young athletes are taking the stage at the first Puerto Morelos Artistic Gymnastics Cup, and the El Faro craft and food pavilion is filling the lighthouse park with local flavors and handmade goodies.
Inside this issue you’ll also find our local business spotlight on Carnes y Mariscos del Puerto, smart money tips for paying in pesos, a classic taco stop to add to your list, and an adorable pup looking for a forever home.
Grab a cold drink, flip through the highlights, and start planning your Big Top weekend in paradise. |
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1. Circus Night at Parque Fundadores
The Imagine Circus brings an evening of acrobatics, performance, magic, and live music to Parque Fundadores.
Date: Saturday, November 15
2. 1st Puerto Morelos Artistic Gymnastics Cup
The 1st Puerto Morelos Artistic Gymnastics Cup brings together local gymnasts, families, and sports fans for a full day of competition and performances. This event is an important milestone for the local sports community.
Date: Saturday, November 15 3. Pabellón Artesanal y Gastronómico “El Faro”
The El Faro Craft and Food Pavilion is an outdoor market-style event in the old town park where local artisans and food vendors set up for an afternoon and evening of shopping and casual dining.
Visitors can browse handmade crafts and jewelry, sample a variety of prepared foods, and enjoy the atmosphere of the park by the lighthouse.
It is a relaxed, family-friendly way to start the weekend and support local producers in Puerto Morelos.
Date: Friday, November 14 |
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While the big supermarkets have their place, long-time locals know that for the best quality meat and seafood, you go to a specialty shop.
In the heart of the portside neighborhood, you’ll find Carnes y Mariscos del Puerto, a family-owned and operated butcher shop that has become a beloved local institution.
What makes this place special isn’t just the excellent selection of premium beef cuts like arrachera for your carne asada, fresh shrimp, and beautiful salmon fillets. It’s the fact that you can get everything you need for a perfect surf-and-turf barbecue in one stop, a rare convenience.
But the real secret that keeps locals coming back is the warm, personal service from the family who runs it.
They’ll greet you with a smile, remember your usual order, and are always happy to give you a recommendation for what’s best that day.
And if you need it, they also provide helpful advice on portions, cuts, and simple cooking tips.
With fair prices, reliable quality, and convenient free delivery to several neighborhoods on Mondays and Fridays (with a minimum order), it is an easy choice for planning a weekend barbecue, a casual lunch at home, or a special dinner in Puerto Morelos. What People Are Saying:
"Excellent service and a great selection of tasty, top-quality products." ~ Karen M. Facebook
"Excellent products. Shrimp of different sizes, peeled and cleaned if needed. I like that it's so convenient in location. A really good choice of fish, shellfish and meats" ~ Elisabeth W. Facebook
"The best service and quality! Highly recommended!" ~Mely A. Facebook
Carnes y Mariscos Del Puerto English Spoken: Yes
👉 Insider Tip: Ask for recommendations based on what you want to cook, not just by product name. Tell them “I want to grill for 4 people” or “I’m making ceviche” and they’ll suggest the best cut or seafood, trim it for you, and portion it out so you don’t overbuy. |
Portside Perspective |
"The waves of the sea help me get back to me" |
Insider Tip: Farmacias |
If you are looking for a pharmacy in Puerto Morelos, you’ll notice small “farmacias” popping up on every corner in the tourist areas, often with bright signs in English. |
Puerto Pulse |
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Get ready for a giant Christmas decoration! Cancun is bringing back its "Monumental Burrito Sabanero" for 2025, which is a huge, colorful burrito (meaning 'little donkey') standing 14 meters tall.
This beloved symbol of Christmas in the Mexican Caribbean has been confirmed to return for its fourth year by Cancun's mayor.
The giant donkey first appeared in 2022, quickly becoming a social media sensation.
It moved around a bit, even getting knocked over by strong winds in 2023, but last year it found a perfect spot at Plaza de la Reforma with a strong base. This location was a big hit, drawing thousands of visitors.
This fun burrito is now a special holiday tradition for the region, bringing joy and community spirit to Cancun's Christmas celebrations.
Locals and visitors alike, even from nearby towns, look forward to seeing this unique sight. Make sure to keep an eye out for its official inauguration date in 2025! Read More... |
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King Taco is a must-visit taco spot in Puerto Morelos, located just two blocks from the Town Square in the Mercado de Artesanos.
This local favorite serves authentic street tacos with fresh, handmade corn tortillas and flavorful salsas that pack a punch.
Customer favorites include the Arrachera (skirt steak) and shrimp tacos, though the sirloin and fish options also earn rave reviews.
Tacos range from 35-48 pesos, making it an affordable option for a filling meal. The restaurant also offers breakfast until 2pm, local craft beers, and delicious margaritas.
Owner Boris and his team provide excellent, hospitable service that keeps both locals and travelers coming back.
Open Monday through Saturday from 11:30am to 10pm, King Taco accepts cash and credit cards but prefers cash to keep prices low.
Don't miss trying their handmade Gringas for a truly authentic experience. Read More... |
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Tourists visiting Puerto Morelos often face a hidden fee trap that can cost them up to 8% on every purchase.
When paying with a foreign credit card, many businesses ask "Dollars or pesos?"
This seemingly helpful question is actually Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC), a practice where merchants set their own exchange rates instead of letting your bank handle the conversion.
This is a common practice to protect the business from exchange rate fluctuations.
However the DCC rate is almost always much worse than the one your bank would give you. You end up paying extra fees without even realizing it.
DCC doesn't just happen at restaurants and shops. ATMs also offer to convert withdrawals to your home currency, adding significant markups to each transaction.
The solution is simple: always choose to pay or withdraw in Mexican pesos.
Beyond avoiding DCC, paying with pesos cash benefits both travelers and the local community.
Credit card processing fees take 3% to 5% from small businesses, sending money to big banks instead of keeping it in Puerto Morelos.
When you pay cash, vendors keep 100% of the sale, and you avoid foreign transaction fees while eliminating DCC risk entirely.
Withdraw pesos when you arrive, keep cash handy for local purchases, and save your card for larger establishments. Read More... |
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What's On Tap |
Special Events: Pabellón Artesanal y Gastronómico “El Faro” - 3pm-10pm Nov 14 at Parque Fundadores 1st Puerto Morelos Artistic Gymnastics Cup - Nov 15 9:00am at the Taxi Union building Imagine Circus - Nov 15 6:30pm at Parque Fundadores
Friday, November 14 Jake's Bar - Karaoke 8:00pm
Saturday, November 15 Sunday, November 16
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question: Ceviche. Ceviche is traditionally “cooked” not with heat, but with the acidity of citrus juice, which transforms the texture of the fish in just minutes. On the Yucatán Peninsula, you’ll find ceviche with local fish and sometimes caracol (conch). |