At Paradiso, creativity isn’t consumed—it’s lived. Forget endless panels or polished conferences. Instead, explore hands-on workshops, intimate talks, live performances, exclusive parties, and culinary activities with globally renowned creatives and like-minded artists that will most probably turn into amazing friendships or collaborations.

Picture this. You wake up to a delicious Mexican breakfast, sun is out, it’s 33ºC outside. We pick you up and take you to a private Hacienda for a mystic mayan ceremony; after a short walk in nature you find yourself in a beautiful cenote: it’s time to soak in the sun and take a swim, maybe even some snorkeling. You get out of the water and a Yucatecan lunch prepared by locals is waiting for you. It’s time to go back to the city, you get on the bus and back to the hotel. Take a siesta or some time for yourself, who prefers to explore the city? Walk, some random snaps, or discover the local market, fresh fruit is always a good idea. It’s 4pm already and you have to arrive to Salón Gallos, our home, a stunning venue with a unique vibe. You find yourself in an old flour factory breathing inspiration. A unique exhibition welcomes you on the main entrance, a wine bar dedicated to all-hands workshops, raw lectures, exciting discussions where you can improvise and participate, screenings, tattoo art, a coffee shop and restaurant full of engaging moments among friends. So many inputs. The afternoon goes by unexpectedly fun and authenticity. As the late hours follow, you find out this is the feeling you’ve been yearning for a long time. Your creative soul is nurtured, so you just let yourself go and enjoy wherever the night takes you. Tomorrow will be a new day in Paradiso and everything can happen. This memory will stick with you forever.

Paradiso isn’t defined by an image or an identity—because it’s not about appearances. It’s about the essence of the experience, the connections, and the transformation it sparks. Just like creativity, Paradiso evolves. It’s fluid, raw, and always moving forward, reflecting the transformative growth we all seek as creators.

Featured line-up guests include:

Abuela Studio, Amber Vittoria, Andrea Davalos, Anthony Burrill, Aram Beheshti (Graphika Manila), Ars Thanea, Beeple, Ben Tallon, Bienal, Blit Studio, Braw Haus, Brian Collins (Collins), Burn & Broad, Burton Rast, Codea, Craig Black, Dallonses, David Carson, Debbie Millman, Dixon Baxi, Elise Auger, Field, Filmograph, Florian Auger, Fuzz, Gavin Strange (Jamfactory), Gem Fletcher, Gilles Bazelaire (KIKK), Gmunk, Gordon Reid (Middle Boop), Grain, Guillermo Aracena, Guillermo Flores (Orbeh Studio), Hersick + Webster, I Am Dive, It’s Nice That, Ivan Cash, James Junk, James Victore, James White (Signalnoise), Jessica Hische, Jessica Walsh (&Walsh), Joel Pilger, Joshua Davis, Josué Ibañez, Juan Jose Diaz (Hello JJ), Karin Fong (Imaginary Forces), Leila Mendez, Los Buenos Valedores, Los York, Luke Hayman (Pentagram), Luke Wilcoxson (Only the Bold), Marcel Ziul (State), Marko Pfann, Mario Eskenazi, Mario Klingemann (Quasimondo), Marina Willer (Pentagram), Martí Romances (Territory), Mau Morgó, Nico Puertollano (Rezonate), NotReal, Off Type, Oliver Jeffers, Owen Harvey, Pablo Blanco (Automattic), Pablo Juncadella (Mucho), Pangram Pangram, Pascal Campion, Paula Scher (Pentagram), PJ Richardson (Laundry), Pink Morro, Pupila, Radim Malinic (Brand Nu), Rare Volume, RMA, Robert Hodgin, Rodrigo Corral, Ronnie Pirovino, Roxane Gay, Rubén Alvarez (Puro Power), Sarofsky, Simon Clowes (Apple), Simoneone, Special Offer Inc., Stefan Sagmeister, Stuart Braithwaite (Mogwai), Summa Branding, Super Roger, Tala Schlossberg, Talia Cotton, Thiago Maia (Cookie Studio), Tim Thompson (RevThink), Timothy Goodman, Tina Touli, Trizz Studio, Vallée Duhamel, Vasava, Will Macneil (The Mill), Yoshi Sodeoka, and Zipeng Zhu.

So Why Mérida? Mérida stands on what was once the heart of the ancient Mayan world. Its streets carry centuries of stories, vibrant and colorful architecture, and a warmth that’s both in its people and its pace. There’s a secret kind of magic here, inviting you to slow down, take a closer look, and rediscover inspiration in every detail. Paradiso is your invitation to leave the noise behind and step into something real. A space to nurture your creative spirit in every way. A magical place where things happen. Tickets are limited to just 100. Reserve your spot now and join us for a creative retreat that might just transform the way you grow, connect, and create.