Pok Ta Pok: Experience the Ancient Maya Ball Game in Mérida

If you're looking for one of the most unforgettable things to do in Mérida on a Friday night, I always recommend experiencing Pok Ta Pok, the ancient Maya ball game performed in front of the beautiful Catedral de San Ildefonso in Plaza Grande.

I've been fortunate to experience Pok Ta Pok several times, and every visit has been a little different. What I love most is that it quickly stops feeling like a performance and starts feeling like a real sporting event. By the end of the evening, it's easy to find yourself cheering for one of the teams.

What Is Pok Ta Pok?

Pok Ta Pok was the sacred ball game of the ancient Maya, played for centuries throughout Mesoamerica. Today's presentation is a cultural reenactment inspired by archaeological discoveries and historical research, preserving one of the most…