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Day of the Dead

Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) is one of Mexico’s most iconic and deeply rooted traditions, honoring the lives of departed loved ones through vibrant altars, offerings, music, and public celebrations. Our coverage explores how different regions in Mexico—from Mexico City to Oaxaca, Michoacán, and beyond—commemorate the occasion with parades, cultural festivals, cemetery vigils, and traditional food like pan de muerto. Discover the origins, symbolism, and evolving interpretations of this holiday that blends Indigenous customs with Catholic influences. Whether you’re interested in attending events, understanding cultural significance, or viewing the latest news and features, this tag offers rich and respectful insights into the Day of the Dead across Mexico.

Day of the Dead News

San Miguel Catrinas parade

San Miguel Catrinas parade turns night into living art

San Miguel Catrinas parade fills the historic center with color and safe crowds, drawing thousands from El Cardo to the Jardín Principal for a night...
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Caribe Mexicano tourism

Caribe Mexicano tourism spikes as Día de Muertos draws 332,000

Caribe Mexicano tourism logged 332,000 visitors and $307 million over the Día de Muertos weekend, with Cancún drawing big Janal Pixán crowds and dominating international...
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Puerto Vallarta Day of the Dead

Puerto Vallarta Day of the Dead promises safe crowds

Puerto Vallarta Day of the Dead brings a citywide security push as 200 officers patrol cemeteries and busy corridors. What to expect, where to go,...
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puerto vallarta catrina

Puerto Vallarta Catrina towers as Día de Muertos icon

A fully installed Puerto Vallarta Catrina now anchors the Malecón for Día de Muertos, with 27-meter spectacle, 80 giant skulls, and waterfront altars drawing locals...
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Tourist traps are hollowing Mexico’s Day of the Dead

Mexico’s Day of the Dead is an intimate act of memory, not a stage set. As tourist spectacles spread, Mexico risks losing meaning. Here’s how...
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Día de Muertos Monterrey

Locals’ guide to Día de Muertos in Monterrey this week

Día de Muertos Monterrey brings altars, concerts, and free museum programs across the metro now through Nov 2. Here’s what to see, where, and when.
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Tulum Portal Maya

Tulum ‘Portal Maya’ turns Day of the Dead into an immersive walk

Tulum 'Portal Maya' debuts at city hall for Day of the Dead, fusing Maya ritual and contemporary design with catrinas, mirrors, and evening programming.
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Janal Pixán Cancún

Janal Pixán Cancún returns to the Maya Museum

A double celebration at the Maya Museum: Janal Pixán Cancún and the site’s 13th anniversary bring workshops, stories, and hands-on art for families.
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Jalatlaco sand tapestry

Jalatlaco sand tapestry reimagines Oaxaca’s past for Day of the Dead

The Jalatlaco sand tapestry links Oaxaca’s Day of the Dead to a vanished river, a 250 m² artwork on view through Nov. 3 in the...
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guadalajara santo day of the dead

Hotel Morales unveils El Santo ofrenda in Guadalajara

The El Santo ofrenda Guadalajara at Hotel Morales honors Mexico’s silver-masked legend with film and lucha libre touches in the historic center. Open through Nov....
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San Miguel cemeteries

San Miguel cemeteries readied ahead of Day of the Dead

San Miguel cemeteries are cleaned and staffed ahead of Day of the Dead. Officials expect steady turnout and roll out health and safety measures.
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Day of the Dead tourism

Day of the Dead tourism surges to 1.6 million visitors

Mexico expects 1.6 million visitors Oct 27–Nov 2, with 60.8% hotel occupancy. Day of the Dead tourism rises 2.3%, led by Mexico City and coastal...
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