Top Guatemala Day of the Dead Events

The Giant Kite Festival. This unique festivity takes place only once a year. On November 1st. This is the day of all saints, families remember beloved people that have passed away, the cemeteries are visited and the families honor their lives. People from the Mayan communities gather around from June through November to create traditional giant Kites with special patterns and messages out of colored tissue paper. You'll be visiting 2 of the Kaqchiquel cemeteries, walk around the towns fairs, enjoy the local gastronomy, fly a kite and relax with the nice views of the mountains. Come join us!

The Giant Kite Festival of Sumpango is performed every year in November 1, in celebration of the Day of the Dead or All Saints. Spend the day experiencing this incredible tradition, that includes multicolored kites and plenty of family fun, like a local. You'll learn the historic roots of this celebration that honors deceased relatives. Your friendly guide will shares stories about folklore that says evil spirits roam through cemeteries and wake the dead. If you're lucky enough to be visiting during this unique festival it is not to be missed!