The Experience
More than just a date, Day of the Dead is a celebration of memory: the monumental altar of the dead is crowned with the Catrina (heiress to José Guadalupe Posada's iconic figure) among candles, little skulls, pan de muerto (bread of the dead), and cempasúchil (marigold) flowers. And if you want to experience it firsthand, come to the Festival Día de Muertos y Bazar Tlatelolco 2026, from October 23 to November 2 at Jardín de Santiago, Tlatelolco, featuring monumental offerings, catrinas, live music, and traditional cuisine. Let's celebrate Day of the Dead together.
About the Festival
In the heart of Jardín de Santiago, just a few steps from the Plaza de las Tres Culturas, stands a 6-meter-tall Monumental Catrina crowning an altar of the dead, inside a Roman-style temple illuminated at night. All around it, the entire park fills with magic: every planter is a beautiful Day of the Dead scene made of papier-mâché cardboard (cartonería), with skulls and alebrijes from our magical Mexico crafted by master cartoneros (papier-mâché artisans). It's a huge, pet-friendly garden, like Chapultepec Forest: bring your little dog in costume and take photos among the planters. And as a historic finishing touch, the 16th-century atrial cross (standing since the old Convent of Tlatelolco) is covered with thousands of cempasúchil flowers. Completing the evening are a clothing and crafts bazaar, traditional snacks such as tamales, pan de muerto, atole, and hot chocolate, plus a daily show for children and adults. 100% family-friendly, alcohol-free, and pet-friendly. Cash and cards accepted. Organized by Unidos por Tlatelolco and Fundación Roberto G. Rivera.
This Is for You If…
- You want a photo with a 6-meter-tall Monumental Catrina illuminated at night, plus the Day of the Dead scenes.
- You're fascinated by history: an almost 500-year-old atrial cross covered in flowers, steps from the Plaza de las Tres Culturas.
- You're looking for a family-friendly, alcohol-free, pet-friendly plan in Cuauhtémoc borough. Bring your dog in costume.
- You love traditional snacks: tamales, pan de muerto, atole, and hot chocolate, with a daily live show.
Address
Jardín de Santiago
Unidad Habitacional Tlatelolco, entre Av. Reforma y Ricardo Flores Magón, col. Tlatelolco, Cuauhtémoc, CDMX
Reference: A unos pasos de la Plaza de las Tres Culturas · Metro Tlatelolco (L3) · Metrobús Glorieta Cuitláhuac Norte y Ricardo Flores Magón a Zarco · RTP Ricardo Flores Magón a Allende · Trolebús Ricardo Flores Magón
Getting there → Jardín de Santiago
Getting there
Located at Unidad Habitacional Tlatelolco, entre Av. Reforma y Ricardo Flores Magón, col. Tlatelolco, Cuauhtémoc, CDMX, Nonoalco Tlatelolco neighborhood.
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How to Attend
From October 23 to November 2, 2026 · 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm. Reservations and availability are confirmed directly with the venue.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I see at the festival?
The entire park transforms into Day of the Dead: cardboard scenes in every planter, the 6-meter-tall Monumental Catrina illuminated at night, the Catrina Altar, and the 16th-century atrial cross decorated with thousands of flowers. Plus, a bazaar, traditional snacks, and a daily show.
Is the festival free?
Yes, admission is free all 11 days of the festival.
Can I bring my dog?
Of course! It's a huge garden, perfect for dogs. Even better: bring them dressed as a catrín or little skull.
Is there alcohol at the event?
No. It's 100% family-friendly and alcohol-free.
Will there be food?
Yes: tamales, pan de muerto, atole, hot chocolate, and many more snacks. Cash and card accepted at some stands.
What time are the activities?
The festival takes place at night: from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM there's a daily show for children and adults, with live music.
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