Top 15 Cancun Shows

1.Xcaret Park Entry Tickets with Cultural Night Show Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,382 reviews · 6 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $113Our pick

Spend six to twelve hours at Xcaret near Playa del Carmen, exploring underground rivers, beaches, wildlife habitats, gardens, and Mexican history exhibits. Choose basic entry, add the Plus package for lunch and lockers, or arrive after 4pm for the evening program and cultural show.

“the cenotes are so worth it! Wildlife there is so beautiful! Will be returning in the future! make sure to book pick up and drop off ahead of time & if traveling for mulitple days, definitely recommend renting a car instead”

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2.Xcaret Park Day Trip, transportation and Cultural Night Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,899 reviews · 6 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $167

Spend up to 12 hours at Xcaret Park with shared transport from Cancun, swimming in underground rivers, wildlife trails, Mayan sites, and the Mexico Espectacular evening show. Choose Basic or Xcaret Plus, which adds a buffet, snorkeling gear, and the Plus Area. Guides such as Alex and Jose help you plan the day.

“Great day Xcaret park. River through the caverns was pretty cool. There’s a lot to do there so don’t be worried if you spend the whole day there and think you be bored because we couldn’t even cover the whole park. Never saw the monkeys because they were hiding somewhere. The XPA massage was AMAZING. food is extremely cultural so if you’re a picky eater like we were it was a bit challenging. The show was very entertaining and great at explaining the customs of different areas in Mexico, however a little hard to follow exactly what was happening if you are not fluent in Spanish.”

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3.Jolly Roger Pirate Show and Dinner in Cancun

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,602 reviews · from $136

Board the Jolly Roger at Punta Sam for a 3.5-hour pirate adventure led by Captain Black Jack and his crew. Expect acrobatics, sword fights, cannon effects, audience participation, dinner, unlimited drinks, dancing, and fireworks. Premium lobster and surf-and-turf meals are available.

“The show was great Very long, expect all evening, good food, they are very kind. The boat was good and it was nice be out on the water in the evening”

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4.Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ Admission Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,294 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $80Best value

Watch Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ in a small theater near Playa del Carmen, where acrobatics, live music, costumes, and Mexican-inspired storytelling meet. Choose show-only seating, appetizers with champagne, a three-course dinner, or VIP service. Shared pickup is available with select packages.

“Completely disorganized, waited more than 1 hour, and zero communication from staff leading up to the event. Even with the premium seats and appetizers not once did the wait staff come by to check in or take our order for drinks, etc..”

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5.Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ Show Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 326 reviews · 1.5 - 2.5 hours · from $87

At Vidanta Riviera Maya, JOYÀ pairs an 80-minute Cirque du Soleil show with optional appetizers, dinner, Champagne, and VIP service. Choose show-only seating or upgrade to a meal and better seats. Spanish dialogue is part of the production, but music, acrobatics, and visual storytelling carry the story.

“We bought the show and dinner package! The dinner and the show was excellent! We thoroughly enjoyed the evening 😊”

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6.Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ Entry Ticket and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 23 reviews · 1.5 - 2.5 hours · from $106

Travel from a Cancún or Playa del Carmen meeting point to Vidanta Riviera Maya for JOYÀ, Cirque du Soleil’s resident Mexico show. Choose show-only admission or add a three-course dinner, champagne, and a printed photo. Evening departures are timed around dinner and performances.

“Transzfer pontos volt. Helyszín fantasztikus. Az előadàs előtt élőzene volt,míg vacsoràztunk. Falatkàk finomak . Műsor làtvànyos. Ital àrak magasak. Dràga volt,de egyszer érdemes megnézni. Örök emlék.”

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7.MYST Euphoria Music and Show in Cancun

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) Top rated

At MYST Euphoria in Cancun, you get a roughly five-hour night of live singers, dancers, musicians, and stage effects built around English and Spanish hits from the past five decades. The show begins at 10:30 pm at Arena Cancún in La Isla, with shared tables and drinks or snacks available to buy.

“Fantastic night of live music and gorgeous dancers! I highly recommend this experience for anyone visiting Cancun. It’s a great party vibe and not to be missed.”

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8.Jolly Roger Pirate Show and Dinner Cruise with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · from $149

Board the Jolly Roger replica galleon at Punta Sam for a 3.5-hour evening of games, music, face painting, dinner, and a live pirate battle. Children get their own treasure hunt while adults enjoy the deluxe open bar. Roundtrip hotel transport costs extra.

“The show and band was great. The food was better then expected. Its a little hot at first but when the sun started to go down it was better. Well worth the money for dinner and a show.”

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9.The majestic night show of kukulkan in Chichen Itza Valladolid & Cenote included

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 9 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $179

This 13-hour Cancun day trip combines Cenote Hubiku, a buffet lunch, Don Tadeo tequila tasting, Valladolid, and Chichen Itza’s night show. Alfredo and Javier have earned praise for warm service, but English guidance can be limited. Expect a long shared ride, late return, and a Spanish-only presentation.

“La excursión no comenzó correctamente: llamada avisando de retraso (10 minutos), segunda llamada pidiéndome a mi que les pasase con alguien del staff del hotel porque el bus no podía pasar hasta la recepción donde yo esperaba... en definitiva, me tienen que llevar en un vehículo del hotel hasta la caseta de seguridad a la entrada. Cuando le pregunto al guía porqué no podía pasar, él me muestra la orden de recogida y claramente decía "recogida en oficina de seguridad". No sé quien redactó esa orden, pero la cagó. El vehículo era una van algo vieja, con la amortiguación bastante afectada, yo que tengo una vértebra aplastada, lo noté mucho...…”

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10.Xcaret Park Day Tour & Night Show with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $157

Spend about 12 hours at Xcaret Park, swimming in underground rivers, seeing Mayan ruins and wildlife, enjoying a buffet meal with the Plus Option, and watching the Espectacular Night Show. Round-trip shared transportation from Cancun and snorkeling gear are included.

“Extremely Disappointing and Unprofessional Service I booked an excursion to Xcaret through this company via Viator, and it turned out to be one of the worst travel service experiences I have ever had. • Pickup Issues: The driver arrived over one hour late for the morning pickup, immediately cutting into our day and causing unnecessary stress. • No Driver Contact Information: We were never given any direct contact information for our driver, making it impossible to coordinate when delays occurred. • Return Trip Failure: At the end of the day, we were stranded despite being on time and exactly where we were told to meet. The company ignored all of…”

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11.Isla Mujeres Catamaran + Coco Bongo Show

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 8 reviews · 10 hours · from $192

Spend 10 hours sailing from Cancun to Isla Mujeres, with a 30-minute snorkel stop at El Meco, Playa Norte time, a Zaza Beach Club buffet, open bar, and sunset views. The package also includes Coco Bongo entry with five drinks, but you must confirm the nightclub arrangements and check extra fees carefully.

“Eduardo is een hele vriendelijke man die de tour wel draagt. de tour viel ons tegen, overal voor bijbetalen, vervoer, dock fee, golfkar en niet kunnen snorkelen omdat de boot je dropt op de plek waar je snorkelt en vervolgens zelf wegvaart voor 20min, wij voelden ons daar niet comfortabel bij. degene die gingen snorkelen, hebben max 10min in het water gelegen. de rest vd dag niet gesnorkeld. daarnaast het coco bongo ticket, daarvoor moet je savonds om 21.30 bij een office zijn om vervolgens gelijk naar binnen te moeten. terwijl wij later naar de coco bongo wilden, dit kan dus niet! wij vonden het teveel geld voor wat je…”

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12.Chichen Itza Night Show + Cenote + Valladolid

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 7 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $169

Spend about 10 hours visiting Valladolid, swimming at Cenote Hubiku, tasting artisan tequila, and watching Chichen Itza’s Noche de Kukulkan. Round-trip transport, lunch, guides, and admission are included. Esther and Roberto have been praised for friendly, helpful service, though cancellations are a concern.

“They cancelled on us 20 minutes before we were supposed to leave. Other tour operators in the area told us this excursion is charging $50usd more than most in the area. Do not recommend booking through trip advisor. We lost out on visiting Chichén Itzá, Valladolid, and cenote hubiku on our last day. There was no time to reschedule anything else so our time was wasted thanks to TripAdvisor. Wait until you get to playa and then book with companies there that have reps all over town. That is what I’m going to do next time. Not have my valuable time wasted by trip advisor.”

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13.Be amazed with PIRATE SHOW in Cancun, includes Dinner & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $109

Spend about four hours aboard Captain Hook Cancun for a pirate show packed with cannon fire, games, dancing, contests, and a nighttime battle. Your dinner choice, buffet sides, desserts, and national open bar are included. Arrive by 5:30 pm for the 6:30 pm sailing.

“Fun and entertaining! The food and drinks were great! I would get the ship with Captain Sparrow. It was a great time.”

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14.Dragaret Live Music and Dance Show in Cancun

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Spend a late night at Dragaret Cancún, an adults-only cabaret with 12 performers, live music, dancers, drag artists, and three hours of choreographed show. Doors open at 10pm, followed by an after-party until 4am. Choose cover-only or open-bar entry, with Silver-area seating.

“I paid for this months before I went to Cancun and when I got there on a Saturday in February the locals said there hasn’t been this show for 4-6 months!! And had to pay to go somewhere else!! Viatour I want my refund and take this activity down!!!”

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15.Coco Bongo Music And Show Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $90

Spend about five hours at Coco Bongo Cancun, where trapeze artists, movie scenes, music, dancing, and rock star impersonators fill the night. Your $90 ticket includes admission, live entertainment, and a domestic open bar. You must be 18 or older, and transportation is not included.

“I had an absolutely amazing time at Coco Bongo Cancun! Even though I didn’t stay until the very end, I thoroughly enjoyed myself from start to finish. The atmosphere is electric—it’s a non-stop party, and even going solo was so much fun. I ended up chatting and connecting with other attendees, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The hosts and servers were wonderful, attentive, and friendly. They even helped me get a better spot so I could enjoy the show to the fullest. And what a show it was! The performances were spectacular, with incredible acts that left me in awe and disbelief. Coco Bongo is a must-visit for…”

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