Experience Día de los Muertos at This Mexico City Hotel
Casona Roma Norte, a gorgeous pink facade boutique hotel set in the vibrant Roma Norte neighborhood of CDMX, is offering an exclusive Día de los Muertos experience.
It’s no secret that Mexico City is one of the world’s most sought-after destinations, and October is the perfect time to experience its extraordinary energy, rich history, and eclectic communities. During this season, the city comes alive with the excitement of its most iconic calendar event: the epic Día de los Muertos celebrations that flood the city with a mesmerizing vibrance.
Mexico celebrates Día de los Muertos every November 1st and 2nd. This beautiful holiday aims to remember deceased loved ones through different activities. This tradition comes from a mixture of Mexican pre-Hispanic and European Catholic cultures. For Día de los Muertos in Mexico City in 2025, the celebrations will include multiple parades, a variety of concerts and theatrical performances, and traditional events in locations like Xochimilco.
Casona Roma Norte, a gorgeous pink facade boutique hotel set in the vibrant Roma Norte neighborhood of CDMX, is offering an exclusive Día de los Muertos experience that allows travelers to become immersed participants in the holiday’s traditions, rather than just spectators. From October 26 to November 2, guests can enjoy a professional makeup pop-up, a bespoke cocktail tasting experience of four curated drinks at Akamba for $900 pesos, and a beautifully crafted altar featuring offerings like orejitas de pan de muerto and traditional pan de muerto.
Guests can book through the front desk or via WhatsApp with the concierge.
A Quick Guide to Events
Major parades
Alebrijes Parade: This parade of large, brightly colored mythical creatures will take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025. The route will go from the Zócalo, through the Historic Center, and along Paseo de la Reforma to the Angel of Independence.
La Catrinas Parade: Scheduled for Sunday, October 26, 2025, this event is a display of participants dressed as elegant skeletons (catrinas).
Grand Day of the Dead Parade (Gran Desfile de Día de Muertos): The main, large-scale parade is set for Sunday, November 2, 2025. It will feature elaborate floats, performers, music, and stunning costumes. The parade typically starts at the Puerta de Leones in Chapultepec Park and travels along Paseo de la Reforma to the Zócalo.
Music and theatrical performances
Candlelight: Celebrating the Day of the Dead: This concert features a string quartet playing musical selections related to the holiday, including songs from the movie Coco.
Dates: Multiple performances from October 31 to November 2, 2025. Location: El Cantoral.
Encuentros con la vida y la muerte (Encounters with Life and Death): The Chamber Orchestra of Fine Arts and singer Rosy Arango will perform Mexican regional music. Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025. Location: Palacio de Bellas Artes.
Leyendas Mexicanas de Terror(Mexican Horror Legends): This musical features catrinas narrating popular scary Mexican stories. Dates: Performances in October 2025. Location: El Telón de Asfalto.
Traditional experiences
Xochimilco: Various activities are available in the canals of Xochimilco, including trajinera boat tours with mariachi music, tacos, and drinks. The immersive “La Llorona Xochimilco Night Show” is scheduled for multiple dates throughout October.
Altars in the Zócalo: A massive floral and artistic installation of altars (ofrendas) is traditionally set up in the main city square. Specific dates are not yet announced, but this usually coincides with the main parades and events around November 1st and 2nd.
Dia de los Muertos Festival: A festival with altars and cultural displays will be held on November 1, 2025, starting at 6:00 p.m. at the Angel of Independence.
