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Dia de los Muertos

Mexico's most profound cultural tradition; UNESCO heritage.

Oaxaca City & Mexico City, Mexico · Oct 31 - Nov 2 2026

WHY IT MATTERS

Mexico's most profound cultural tradition; UNESCO heritage.

THE NIGHT

What you’re here for

  • Oaxaca comparsas
  • CDMX grand parade
  • mezcalerias
BASE CAMP

Where to stay

  • Oaxaca centro
  • CDMX Roma/Condesa
BETWEEN IT ALL

What to eat

  • Mole
  • tlayudas
  • pan de muerto
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Know before you go

  • Book months ahead; Oaxaca is the immersive heart
QUICK ANSWERS

The practical bits

when is dia de los muertos 2027

Typically Oct 31 - Nov 2 2026. Next edition: 31 October 2026. Dates are set.

oaxaca or mexico city for day of the dead

Mexico's most profound cultural tradition; UNESCO heritage. Typically Oct 31 - Nov 2 2026.

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