PAAX GNP Festival 2025: The Cultural Gem of the Mexican Caribbean

PAAX GNP Festival 2025: The Cultural Gem of the Mexican Caribbean

From June 19 to 29, 2025, the Riviera Maya becomes the epicenter of the arts. In the heart of Playa del Carmen, Hotel Xcaret Arte will host one of the most ambitious and exciting cultural events on the continent: PAAX GNP Festival 2025.

A celebration where artistic boundaries disappear. Symphonic music, contemporary ballet, jazz, unexpected fusions, and multisensory experiences come together in a luxurious natural and architectural setting. All under the artistic direction of Alondra de la Parra, and proudly presented by GNP Seguros.

More Than a Festival: A Transformative Experience

For ten days, more than 100 international artists will gather in this oasis of creativity to deliver a program that blends excellence, innovation, and soul.

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Symphonic Concerts

Six concerts featuring repertoire that ranges from timeless classics—Mahler, Beethoven, Britten, Elgar, Stravinsky—to cutting-edge premieres. The program includes world premieres by composers Thomas Enhco and Albert Guinovart Cruixent, such as the striking Concerto for Tap and Rapa Nui.

Internationally renowned guest soloists including Daniel Hope, Lydia Shelley, Matías Piñeira, and Tom Thum join forces with La Orquesta Imposible, an unparalleled ensemble that defies every label.

Dance & Ballet

Curated by Christopher Wheeldon, the festival’s choreographer-in-residence, two galas feature soloists from leading companies such as The Royal Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, and Martha Graham Dance Company. The program also includes the world premiere of a new piece by Danielle Rowe, created especially for PAAX.

Darkside: Where the Unexpected Comes to Life

As night falls, alternative rhythms take the stage. Jazz, swing, cumbia, and hybrid sounds light up the evening, led by resident ensemble The Amazing Keystone Big Band. Guest performers include Paul McGill, Neïma Naouri, and beatbox virtuoso Tom Thum.

Gershwin: Life in Blue

A staged tribute that blends jazz, dance, and multimedia to rediscover the legacy of George Gershwin. Featuring Thomas Enhco, Neïma Naouri, Robbie Fairchild, and rising Mexican talent Amelie Flores.

Chamber Music

In an intimate and finely curated format, the Arod Quartet and musicians from La Orquesta Imposible offer an elegant evening crafted for the most discerning ears.

A Unique Festival in an Unmatched Setting

The PAAX GNP Festival 2025 is more than an event—it's an immersive cultural experience held in one of the world’s most spectacular destinations. At Hotel Xcaret Arte, where every space is designed for art and relaxation, luxury meets a passion for culture.

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Experience art like never before.

Reserve your spot at PAAX GNP Festival 2025 and be part of an unforgettable journey in paradise.

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Discover More About Hotel Xcaret Arte: Where Art Lives and Breathes

Hotel Xcaret Arte is more than a luxury resort in the Riviera Maya—it’s a living tribute to Mexican art in all its forms. Every suite, space, and experience pays homage to the great masters of national art, from painting and sculpture to dance and gastronomy.

With its Adults Only + All-Fun Inclusive concept, the hotel offers unlimited access to Grupo Xcaret’s parks, a signature culinary offering led by renowned chefs, artistic workshops, and architectural design that blends with jungle and sea.

During the PAAX Festival, Hotel Xcaret Arte becomes the perfect stage—a sanctuary for the senses, where creativity blossoms and culture is celebrated in all its elegance.