Step into Valladolid’s Plaza Principal as the centuries-old stones of the Ex-Convento de San Bernardino de Siena transform into a glowing canvas.
“Noches de la Heroica Valladolid” is a free, immersive light-and-sound show that brings Maya legends and colonial history to life in a magical 25-minute spectacle.

✨ A Magical Audiovisual Journey

At 9:00 PM, the convent’s facade bursts into color.
Watch ancient reliefs transform into:

• Jaguars prowling the jungle

• Maize fields swaying in the wind

• Celestial symbols mapping out the Maya universe

A moving soundtrack narrates everything—from pre-Hispanic myth to the arrival of Spanish bells—using brilliant light and rhythm.

📍 When & Where

• Days: Tuesday to Sunday

• Times: 9:00 PM (Spanish version) / 9:25 PM (English version)

• Location: Plaza in front of Ex-Convento San Bernardino de Siena (Av. del Convento S/N)

• Admission: Free — arrive 10–15 minutes early for the best spot

💡 Highlights You Can’t Miss

• Living Facade: Stone carvings come to life with animation

• Maya & Colonial Storytelling: From gods of rain to centuries-old bells

• Cutting-Edge Visuals: A high-tech fusion of tradition and emotion, ideal for photos and videos

🧭 Pro Tips for the Best Experience

• Arrive early to grab the best view

• Dress comfortably, especially for walking and standing

• Bring bug spray for comfort in the open-air plaza

• Keep your camera ready—you’ll want to capture the illuminated convent!

🌇 Cap Off Your Evening with Lakin Tours

Extend the enchantment with our Evening Walking Tour, which ends right on time for the light show:

• Golden-Hour Route: Admire colorful colonial facades at sunset

• San Bernardino (Exterior): Brief historical intro before the show

• Timed Arrival: We finish the tour just before the projection starts

• Small Groups (max. 10): Personalized experience with headsets included

🎧 No fixed cost — you decide your guide’s tip at the end.
👉 Book Your Evening Walking Tour Now