Top North America Day of the Dead Events

Immerse yourself in Mexican culture on a day trip to Mixquic’s Day of the Dead celebration in late October or early November. With round-trip hotel transport, avoid the stress of taking public transit or navigating from Mexico City on your own. In addition to navigating, your guide offers inside tips, anecdotes, and background information on the holiday’s traditions.

Experience one of Mexico's most beguiling traditions on this Day of the Dead tour of Mexico City. For visitors to the Mexican capital, it can be tricky to know how to join in with the festivities but this guided tour opens up the city for you. You'll visit a cemetery after dark, float through the canals of Xochimilco, and dance the night away to the sound of traditional Mexican music.

Step into one of the most important celebration in the Mexican calendar with us. Stroll through the charming streets of Oaxaca, absorb the unique landscape as we visit the cultural highlights of the city decked out in flowers, the avenues & archways adorned with colorful offerings. As the go to spot for traditional arts, crafts & gastronomy in the country, Oaxaca comes alive like no other place on the Dia de Muertos, the streets filled with people, businesses putting on special events and decorations spreading out in every direction, creating a wonderful atmosphere and an exceptional celebration of life.

Learn all about the Day of the Dead in this private tour in Xoxocotlan. Your guide will give you an in depth look at this mystical celebration, where the dead are revered. This is a private tour for you and your party, so feel free to ask lots of questions and go at your own pace while you take in the festivities.

Learn all about the folklore of the cenotes of Cancun and how they are portals between the living and the dead on this group Day of the Dead tour. Visit Convent de San Bernardino de Siena and explore its architecture and energy, then head to Chichikan and a Mayan village for a Mayan purification ritual. After, enjoy a taco buffet and tequila tasting.

Enjoy a quiet trip through the canals of Xochimilco, listen to the sounds that nature offers us, learn about the flora and fauna of the place. It will be a different trip, the old Xochimilco. We will arrive at a chinampa to taste a delicious traditional meal made by residents of Xochimilco and with local ingredients. We will visit an axolotl where you can meet and touch an axolotl, a species endemic to Xochimilco.

Do not miss the experience of knowing the Festival del Alfeñique de Toluca! A party dedicated to the celebration of Day of the Dead full of colors and traditions of Mexico. On this tour you will visit Toluca, a colonial city with a special charm where you will visit its Cathedral, Portales, Alameda Park, Cosmovitral, Civic Square and more ... During October and November the Alfeñique Fair is celebrated, an event with gastronomic exhibitions chocolate calaveritas, sugar and typical Mexican sweets; concerts, workshops, street art, legends and offerings dedicated to the celebration of the Day of the Dead. You will also visit the Alfeñique Museum, a museum dedicated to this typical sweet used especially to celebrate the Day of the Dead. Without a doubt it is a great opportunity to experience the Day of the Dead with all its customs and traditions in this incredible tour that takes you to discover our culture from the perspective of the local people.

Learn all about the deep traditions and cultural importance celebrated on the Day of the Dead on this group tour in Huatulco from your local guide, which is a much richer experience than you could get from a guide book. You’ll learn about the spiritual journey made by the dead as you visit several important areas in Huatulco as you wander the streets of Santa Maria and participate in the ceremonies.

Knowing where to go for authentic insight into the iconic Day of the Dead festival can be tricky. Explore San Miguel with a guide to gain a deeper understanding of the holiday, and wander through the town’s decorated streets, altars, and cemeteries for an intimate glimpse into traditional Mexican culture.

Join us on an immersive journey through the captivating Day of the Dead traditions and elements with our tour. This unique experience will lead you through the lively streets of the historic center and its bustling markets, allowing you to discover the intricate tapestry of history, dive in captivating ofrendas and altars, and relish mouthwatering delights. Our passionate and knowledgeable founder and guide, Gabriel, guides you on this adventure. He'll provide insights into the sites and offer valuable recommendations for the remainder of your stay, ensuring your well-being throughout. Get ready to be enchanted by this extraordinary adventure! This is one of the best and most complete tours in Mexico City.

One of the most representatives events in the Mexican culture; unfortunately can be only enjoyed one night early November in Mexico. It is not a tour, is an unforgettable experience.!!

Live an unforgettable trip to the heart of the Day of the Dead in Oaxaca! We begin in the charming town of Arrazola, where a warm local family will welcome you into their home, sharing their culture and hospitality. You'll participate in a moving copal ritual, pick vibrant marigold flowers in a picturesque field, and then feast on authentic Oaxacan food. Together, we will create an altar, uniting our stories to commemorate this ancient holiday. Join this unique experience that celebrates the life and memory of our loved ones. Reserve your spot today!

Experience firsthand the traditional Day of the Dead celebration at any time of the year! Start visiting the Convent of San Bernardino de Siena (Valladolid), a place filled with rich history and architectural splendor, to then be transported to a Mayan village where the Day of the Dead will come alive next to a magical cenote. Engage in the ancient art of Mayan body painting, indulge in the flavors of traditional Mayan liquor, Tarentum, and savor the rich essence of cocoa and honey. Also, experience the spirituality of a sacred cenote at night, which is believed to be a portal between the living and the dead. You will be for sure captivated by what your guide tells you. Then, you will participate in a Mayan ceremony of offering to the dead led by a shaman, to pay homage to your ancestors. And finally, you will enjoy a Mexican tacos dinner to completely feel as so! This tour will allow you to be part of the Mayan community for one day!

Embark on a captivating Day of the Dead Mexico City walking tour. Witness the creation of monumental altars in Constitution Square and delve into the myriad traditions surrounding this holiday, recognized on the UNESCO Intangible Heritage List. Marvel at the vibrant marigold flowers lining Paseo de la Reforma, offering a sensory journey through Mexico’s rich cultural celebrations. Discover the way Mexicans celebrate this renowned festivity in Mexico City guided by the hand of a local. Stroll the lively streets of the city, see authentic ofrendas, and learn about their historical background. Try some tasty traditional pan de muerto and get acquainted with the typical food from this celebration. Visit picturesque Instagrammable locations and enjoy the cheerful vibes from the people. Why go with us? You will spend the time of the tour purely on its activities & sightseeing: no visits to souvenir shops & restaurants, unless you ask.

Why is the Day of the Dead celebrated in Mexico? What is magical about celebrating death? Discover why this mystical celebration teaches us that dying is part of life and we should celebrate it. Delve into one of the most important events in Latin America: Festival de Tradiciones de Vida y Muerte, while you visit the world famous Xcaret Park. Get to know the colorful altars and offerings, specially the exquisite cuisine with which Mexicans remember their faithful departed. Festival de Tradiciones de Vida y Muerte is an event that only takes place once a year at the Riviera Maya and you cannot miss!

Join our Day of the Dead tour in Teotitlán. Start decorating your own bread at a family bakery in the town of Mitla. Then share a traditional feast with a family of artisans in the community of Teotitlan. Together, we will build an altar with detailed explanation. Finally, we will explore the picturesque traditional pantheon. An immersive experience and culture

The day of the dead has been declared World Heritage by UNESCO. In Michoacán you will live the greatest tradition of day of the dead in all of Mexico. Discover the Michoacan crafts in the different villages, know the customs of the families to receive the souls of their loved ones and live a unique tradition such as the Day of the Dead

Embark on “Mérida’s Cantina Quest,” an exploration designed to showcase the vibrant heart of Mérida through its iconic cantinas. Each stop is a portal into the city’s lively culture, starting with a stroll down the majestic Paseo Montejo, setting the tone for an adventure into Mérida’s social fabric. The journey weaves through historic landmarks and into the welcoming embrace of local cantinas like El Lucero and Cantina El Estado Seco, where the spirit of Mérida comes alive. Conclude your quest at La Negrita Cantina, a pulsating center of music, conversation, and cultural fusion. This tour offers an immersive look into the places that are the heartbeat of Mérida’s community, inviting you to experience the city’s rich traditions and contemporary vibrancy uniquely and memorably. Please note: The availability and accessibility of attractions may vary based on time of day and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Learn about the pre-hispanic legend of the white dressed woman crying for her children "La Llorona," in a tour and show through Cuemanco in Xochimilco, taking place just around the Day of the Dead celebration. This magical place is decked once again with a unique show in the world where the natural scenery of its canals and chinampas become the ideal setting for the presentation of one of the legends of in Mexican culture. Take part in this unique event set right around time of the Day of the Dead celebration.

You will walk through its pleasant streets and historic center to see the Municipal Palace in whose interior you will find the murals that tell its history, most of them by the artist Juan Manuel Martinez Caltenco; the kiosk, ex-convent of San Francisco, monumental clock and the wide staircase with its mural; during the tour you will also appreciate artistic works, as well as cultural numbers, you will find skulls, decorated skeletons and other elements that are several meters high, which were made by artisans of the area.

When one thinks of Mexican traditions, one of the first images that pop into people’s minds is the incredible celebration of the Diá de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). The costumes, the dancing, the music, and the remembrance all culminated in a celebration for those who have passed before us. Get ready for a unique and behind-the-scenes journey to Michoacan, where the Diá de los Muertos celebration originated. We will follow in the footsteps of the movie "COCO", learn about traditions from local families and artists, and spend this sacred night on the island surrounded by thousands of candles and marigold flowers - an experience that you will never forget.

This experience is an opportunity to explore the intersection between tradition and personal expression, and to take home not only a tangible memory, but also a deep connection to local culture and beliefs. Join us on this three-day journey through the vibrant traditions of the Day of the Dead in Oaxaca. From the construction of a traditional altar for the dead in the home of an Oaxacan family, the veneration in the cemeteries to the creativity in the formation of your "Nahual". This tour will provide you with a unique and enriching perspective of a festivity deeply rooted in the identity of Oaxaca. Day 1: Build the traditional altar for the dead with an Oaxacan family Day 2: Cemeteries tour (October 31) Day 3: Experience "Paint your Nahual" (November 1) The deadline to reserve is October 12, please note that places are limited.