Kick off the year with some rod-bending action against huge bottom fish at the Playa del Carmen Deep Jigging Tournament. Who said reef fish are just good for eating?!

The Isla Mujeres Island Time Fishing Tournament offers excellent bluewater action targeting Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, and King Mackerel in February.

People have gathered at Chichen Itza temple for centuries to watch the spring equinox. If you don't fancy the journey, Cancun's Food and Wine Festival has great local specialities for you to enjoy.

The Riviera Maya Film Festival offers screenings of the world's best productions, with cinemas set up in Playa del Carmen and Puerto Morelos. The first Marlin will be showing up there, too.

The Ascension Bay Permit Tournament offers inshore action for a good cause while Cozumel's Rodeo de Lanchas Mexicanas (Rodeo of Mexican Boats) provides serious big game battles.

The billfishing season is at its best in June, with Blue and White Marlin and monster Sailfish offshore. Inshore, you've got all your favorite fly fishing species - Permit, Tarpon, Snook, and Bonefish!

July is peak tourist season... for fish! Us humans tend to go in the winter, though, so you can score some serious deals and serious catches if you head there this time of year.

If you can take the heat, the shallows are swarming with top game fish in August. FIsh your way to an Inshore Super Grand Slam then go for a swim to cool off and celebrate!

Mexican Independence Day is celebrated in style each September. Every town is alive with singing and dancing, as people remember the efforts of great Mexican revolutionaries. Viva Mexico!

Want to witness one of the ocean's most incredible events? Tulum's turtle festival is a must-visit activity for nature lovers. See baby turtles make their way into the ocean, and even help them on their way!

Riviera Maya Jazz Festival draws major names from across the world to Playa Del Carmen. November also marks Mexico's Dia de los Muertos (day of the dead), a unique and unmissable event.

Across the Yucatan Peninsula, people get ready for Christmas with processions, prayer, and solemn reflection. Meanwhile, you can be out fishing for huge Snook, Tuna, and King Mackerel!