Destination Weddings in Cancun & the Riviera Maya

A Stunning Location For a Tropical Wedding in the Riviera Maya

Cancun is a part of the Riviera Maya region, located on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, bordering the Caribbean Sea. It is known around the world as a travel destination with postcard-perfect beaches, ancient Mayan roots, and a lively resort, nightlife, and restaurant scene making it perfect for hosting weddings. Just off the coast of the Riviera Maya lives the world’s second largest barrier reef, allowing you and your guests to enjoy some snorkeling while you are away. Along with Cancun, popular beach and resort destinations of the Riviera Maya include Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Coba.

Cultural Adventures & Ancient Ruins for History Loving Wedding Guests

The pre-Columbian historical roots of this region run deep. The ancient Mayan civilization once called this beautiful region home, and the traces of their culture and architecture still remain. Visitors to Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Riviera Maya love to explore the archaeological ruins, including Chichen Itza, one of the largest Mayan cities dominated by a pyramid-shaped temple. You and your history-loving wedding guests will also enjoy excursions to Tulum, Ek Balam, and El Meco.

Enjoy One-of-a-Kind Natural Landscapes Native to Cancun

Along with its storied past, Cancun features geographical features found nowhere else in the world. The Riviera Maya is known for cenotes: a natural pit that exposes fresh groundwater. Anciently, the cenotes were sacred to the Mayan people, who considered them passageways to the underworld. Today, there are many beautiful and mysterious cenotes to explore in this area. The waters are fresh, cool, and fed by underground rivers and rainwater. Your guests can swim, snorkel, or scuba dive in the refreshing water while exploring otherworldly cave formations. Once the wedding is over, consider scheduling a trash the dress photo shoot in a cenote for unique memories that will add personality to your wedding album.

Wonderful Weather for Destination Wedding Celebrations

The weather in Cancun makes it a great year-round destination perfect for weddings. December to April is peak tourist season due to the lower temperatures and mild humidity. The winter weather in Cancun sees temperatures in the low 80s. July and August are the hottest months, with average temperatures in the high 80s.  The summer months are also very humid.

Cancun has two seasons: dry and rainy. The dry season spans from November to April, and with pleasant temperatures and warm waters, is a great time to plan a wedding. May to October is the rainy season, featuring heat and humidity. You can expect plenty of sunshine during these months, as the storms are quick but intense, leaving stunning overcast lighting for wedding photos no less than perfection.

When is the Best Time to Get Married in Cancun?

Couples planning a destination wedding in this beautiful location should be aware that Cancun’s hurricane season runs from August to November. We recommend planning a wedding in Cancun in any month except September when rain showers can be expected nearly every afternoon.

Delicious Authentic Mexican Food for You and Your Guests

Cancun is truly a foodie’s paradise, with dishes that combine both the Mayan and Spanish heritage of the Quintana Roo and Yucatan regions. The cuisine takes its flavor from local ingredients including cilantro, oregano, chili peppers, and achiote and chilmole paste.

If you’re looking for local fare, be sure to order the soft and creamy papadzules, spicy cochinita pibil, or huevos motulenos, a Yucatan twist on huevos rancheros. Plus, the fresh seafood is amazing! Foodies will be in gastronomic paradise in Cancun. Some must-try dishes include:

Cancun, Playa del Carmen and the whole Riviera Maya offer a wide variety of dining options, from taco trucks to luxurious fine dining. Plus, if you or your wedding guests have less exotic palates or are looking for a taste of home, you can find dishes from around the world in Cancun.

Accessibility & Travel Information

As a popular tourist destination, Cancun is easy to reach. You or your wedding guests could come via cruise ship, or take one of the many direct flights from North America. Direct flights on major airlines to Cancun come in from many US cities including: Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, Seattle, Detroit, Nashville, New York City, Boston, Baltimore, Boston, and Atlanta.

Visitors from Canada can easily get to Cancun as well, with direct flights from Calgary, Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver and Winnipeg.

Be sure to remind your guest to bring their passport as they are required for entering Mexico. English is widely spoken throughout the region and by all Adventure Weddings’ employees at our private beach wedding venue, Punta Venado. The official language of the Riviera Maya region however is Spanish. Pesos are the local form of currency used in Cancun though in the resort regions USD is largely accepted for the convenience of travelers.

Your dream Cancun beach wedding will become a reality at our exclusive Cancun destination wedding venue. Say your vows under a white canopy, barefoot in the white sand, surrounded by loved ones and the vibrant turquoise ocean as witnesses.

At Adventure Weddings, we are dedicated to creating the wedding you have always dreamed of. We know you’ll love Cancun, and we can’t wait to help you start planning your special day.

Explore Cancun’s Premier Wedding Package

If you have your heart set on saying your vows in the Riviera Maya, check out our premier wedding package. With all the bells and whistles of a wedding package you would expect from an all-inclusive resort, our premier package is comprehensive and customizable. As a private beach wedding venue we work closely with couples to tailor the package to fit their vision. Our onsite wedding vendors include an award winning pastry chef and florist that are here to make sure your day looks exactly as you have dreamed. With an open bar, buffet dinner and personal wedding coordinator, this package has you covered from the moment you arrive at this stunning location.