Dia de los Muertos—a colorful celebration of the dearly departed that turns Mexico into a landscape of golden cempasuchitl flowers (marigolds), catrinas, altars and candied sugar skulls. Here’s a peek at hotels, resorts and restaurants south—and north—of the border.
A Texas-Style Dia de los Muertos
The Westin Riverwalk in San Antonio hosts its annual Dia de Los Muertos River Parade Celebration on Friday, Oct. 24, from 6 to 9 p.m., along the River Walk, with riverfront parade seating alongside curated dining options and themed cocktails. Entertainment includes a live DJ, stilt walkers and face painting.
In Fort Worth, Toro Toro at The Worthington Hotel presents two distinct Dia de Los Muertos. From Oct. 1 through Nov. 3, a 3-course culinary experience is available at 5 p.m. daily, featuring a menu inspired by the themes and symbols of Dia de Los Muertos, paired with craft cocktails. Additionally, on Wednesday, Oct. 29, Toro Toro hosts Under The Moon, an immersive omakase event from 5 to 10 p.m. This 1-night event includes a 3-course meal accompanied by a mezcal-focused 6-drink pairing. The evening features live cooking demonstrations, Ballet Folklorico performances and live music.
Esperanza, Auberge Collection
EsperanzArte 2025 at Esperanza Resort takes place on Oct. 31, marking its ninth annual celebration of Dia de Muertos. The festival centers on the cultural significance of this Mexican holiday, with a focus on artistic expression. Your clients will witness the creation of altars that blend traditional Mexican crafts with contemporary art forms, as the event highlights the work of skilled artists who bring to life the symbolic elements of the holiday through vivid displays. The festival’s programming also includes workshops and exhibitions.
For more information, visit auberge.com.
Viceroy Los Cabos
At Viceroy Los Cabos, Awacate restaurant hosts a Dia de Muertos dinner on Nov. 2, transforming the space with seasonal decor that reflects the holiday’s themes. The evening features a chef-curated menu that draws on flavors connected to memory and cultural celebration. This culinary experience is designed to engage your clients through a multisensory approach, combining taste with visual and performative elements. A Catrinas showcase adds movement and symbolism.
For more information, visit viceroyhotelsandresorts.com.
Las Ventanas al Paraiso, a Rosewood Resort
Las Ventanas al Paraiso’s Alebrije Restaurant presents A Tribute to Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera on Nov. 1, focusing on the cultural and artistic contributions of these iconic Mexican figures within the context of Dia de Muertos. The evening features entertainment and cultural performances, as well as an interactive altar experience that invites your clients to engage with the tradition of remembrance, offering a personal connection to the celebration. The event includes a 5-course tasting menu inspired by the favorite dishes of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, crafted by Executive Chef Victor Palma to reflect authentic flavors and culinary heritage.
For more information, visit rosewoodhotels.com.
Corazon Cabo Resort and Spa
On Nov. 1, Corazon Cabo Resort and Spa will host the Corazon Despechao event, Mictlan Edition, on its Rooftop 360. This event offers your clients an opportunity to participate in a ritual centered on releasing emotional burdens through music and song. Participants symbolically send their feelings to Mictlan, the underworld in Mexican tradition, as part of a ceremony designed to help them let go of heartbreak. The setting creates an immersive environment where guests can experience this cultural practice firsthand, blending music with symbolic acts of emotional release.
For more information, visit corazoncabo.com.
Solaz Resort, A Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos
Vivaz by La Calma at Solaz Resort will present Ofrenda, an event honoring Dia de Muertos, on Nov. 1. The evening features a blend of fine dining and artisanal cocktails alongside live music, folkloric dance and fire performances. These components draw from Mexican cultural heritage to create an immersive experience. The event includes culinary stations and a lucha libre show, culminating in a concert under the stars. The flame, a symbol of memory and transformation, guides the event’s progression, emphasizing the connection between heritage and community.
For more information, visit marriott.com.
Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach Golf & Spa Resort
LaFrida Restaurant at Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach Golf & Spa Resort in Los Cabos will observe Dia de Los Muertos with a program centered on traditional elements. Chef Anaisa Guevara, recognized as “Best New Chef 2024” by Forbes, will lead the culinary offerings, which pay homage to Frida Kahlo through authentic Mexican dishes. The event includes decorative marigolds, sugar skulls and altars overlooking the sea. Guests can experience folkloric dance performances and a parade featuring catrines and catrinas, traditional Day of the Dead figures, accompanied by the song “La Llorona.” Live mariachi music and displays of alebrijes, symbolic folk-art creatures, complete the cultural presentation.
For more information, visit pueblobonito.com.
Villa Santa Cruz
Villa Santa Cruz offers a range of Dia de los Muertos activities over the weekend. Your clients may contribute personal photos to the main altar and attend a discussion on its cultural meaning, followed by a ritual dismantling of the altar. Breakfast trays include pan de muerto, and evenings feature hot chocolate alongside seasonal fruit and sugar skulls as parting gifts. Cultural experiences include catrina face painting and storytelling about key Day of the Dead symbols. A self-guided farm night tour showcases illuminated altars dedicated to children, pets and nature, allowing guests to explore the farm’s interpretation of the tradition at their own pace.
For more information, visit villasantacruzbaja.com.
Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos
On November 2, Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos will host a Dia de los Muertos event emphasizing traditional elements. The celebration includes domestic beverages, food stations, and live music, all set within an atmosphere rich in cultural significance. A live show will add to the experience, reflecting the hotel’s commitment to presenting the Day of the Dead as a living tradition. The event offers guests an opportunity to engage with local customs and enjoy a program that balances entertainment with cultural observance.
For more information, visit haciendadelmar.com.mx.
Pacific Tours
Pacific Tours is offering a 10 percent discount on transportation services for Dia de Muertos events from Nov. 1 through 2, 2025. This service ensures timely and safe travel to various celebrations, including altars, parades and more.
For more information, visit pacifictours.com.mx.
Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets
Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets presents Janal Pixan Impression 2025. This unique cultural event blends the traditions of Dia de Muertos with the luxurious amenities of a 5-star Caribbean resort. Located just 45 minutes by boat from Cancun, this adults-only Endless Privileges property offers guests the opportunity to experience the season’s rituals alongside oceanfront relaxation. Developed in collaboration with the local municipality, the festival transcends traditional symbols like face paint and marigolds to dive into the holiday’s deeper spiritual and ancestral roots. Activities include a guided night tour of the municipal cemetery, designed to provide a respectful and contemplative look at local customs. Guests can also participate in a Mayan herbal cleansing ritual called a limpia, attend a pre-Hispanic Mayan performance featuring fire and join a sunset rooftop ceremony with regional cuisine and music overlooking the Caribbean.
For more information, visit hyatt.com.
Thompson Zihuatanejo
Thompson Zihuatanejo, situated 20 minutes from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport on Playa La Ropa, provides your clients with a unique opportunity to experience the season’s events and mingle with residents. An ofrenda invites visitors to place photos and keepsakes, while traditional foods like pan dulce and hot chocolate are served on Nov. 1 and 2. On Nov. 2, a Mexican Kermes dinner is featured.
Zihuatanejo, originally a small fishing village, has evolved into a destination that retains its cultural authenticity while welcoming travelers. The area observes Dia de los Muertos from Oct. 31 to Nov. 3. Throughout the town, families create ofrendas, and streets are adorned with papel picado and sugar skulls, reflecting the holiday’s customs. The coastal setting adds a distinctive element, combining ocean sounds with the cultural observance. Public events include the Oct. 31 Catrina lighting at Plaza Kioto, parades, contests and cultural displays across the town.
For more information, visit hyatt.com.
Mondrian Mexico City Condesa
Mondrian Mexico City Condesa will host a Dia de los Muertos event on Oct. 31 in partnership with Mezcal Union. The evening features a DJ-curated soundtrack alongside themed cocktails such as the Corazon Ahumado. Guests can enjoy a Pan de Muerto Takeover with offerings from Xolo Cafe and a bakery from Texcoco. A handcrafted ofrenda created by Ximusa will be on display. For those interested in cultural immersion, professional Catrina face painting is available, along with an optional photoshoot experience. This event offers your clients a chance to experience the holiday’s customs in Mexico City’s chic Condesa neighborhood.
For more information, visit mondrianhotels.com.
La Casa de la Playa
La Casa de la Playa in the Riviera Maya offers exclusive access to the Festival of Traditions of Life and Death at Xcaret from Oct. 30 to Nov. 2. The festival includes cultural presentations and ceremonies reflecting the region’s observance of Dia de Muertos. The property also hosts two special dinners: Martha Ortiz x Casa Dragones on Nov. 1 and Hermanos Rivera Rio & Adrian Peregrina x Patron on Nov. 2. These dinners draw inspiration from the Monarch butterfly migration from Monterrey to the Riviera Maya, connecting natural phenomena with cultural tradition.
For more information, visit lacasadelaplaya.com.
Mexico Grand Hotels
In Los Cabos, Mexico Grand Hotels maintains Dia de los Muertos traditions with activities at Hacienda Encantada, including Catrina face painting, sugar skull decoration and a Catrinas Night event featuring live music. Sister property Vista Encantada provides a more intimate environment with full access to the festivities, allowing guests to engage with the holiday in a quieter setting. Both properties emphasize cultural respect and participation during this period.
For more information, visit mexicograndhotels.com.
Namron Hospitality
The first weekend of November, Namron Hospitality transforms its properties into cultural gateways celebrating Mexico’s rich tradition of honoring ancestors. At NÜ Tulum, guests can participate in a specialized dinner on Nov. 2 featuring modern interpretations of traditional dishes that pay respect to the season’s cultural significance. The festivity extends across multiple properties, including La Valise in Mexico City, where guests are positioned perfectly to experience the capital’s famous Day of the Dead parade that winds through historic streets. La Valise properties in Mazunte and San Miguel de Allende, as well as the chic NEST Baja, incorporate authentic elements such as lovingly crafted altars, traditional decor and thoughtful in-room touches that create a meaningful connection to this cultural observance while maintaining the brand’s luxury standards.
For more information, visit namronhospitality.com.
The Villa Group
The Villa Group resorts offer authentic Dia de los Muertos experiences for Nov. 1-2. Villa del Palmar Puerto Vallarta features slow-cooked short ribs in mole, served with asparagus and radish. Villa La Valencia in Los Cabos sets a mood with the Mexican Zombie cocktail, combining tequila, mezcal, Damiana, passion fruit, grapefruit and black sambuca.
Villa La Estancia Riviera Nayarit offers a 6-night package available Oct. 28 to November 5. The family-friendly stay includes a 2-bedroom ocean view suite, full butler service, private airport transfers and children’s welcome kits with traditional crafts. Guests can create an in-suite altar guided by a local artisan, receive Catrina-style face painting and participate in a professional family photoshoot with an altar backdrop. A private chef dinner features a Dia de Muertos menu with tamales, mole, pan de muerto and mezcal pairings. An evening tour of Puerto Vallarta’s famous malecon includes VIP transfers to parades, altar displays and live performances. Optional add-ons include a private sunset mezcal and marigolds ceremony on the beach and a tequila-inspired ritual massage.
For more information, visit thevillagroup.com.
Sandos Caracol Nature Resort & Water Park
Sandos Caracol Eco Resort welcomes Dia de los Muertos with a distinctive cultural program that keeps guests on the property throughout the celebration. The authentic Mexican tradition unfolds across the grounds with detailed altars and processions featuring Catrinas—plus, your clients can participate directly in ceremonies that connect to pre-Hispanic customs honoring those who have passed. The resort creates an atmosphere similar to the animated film “Coco.” Daily activities include traditional food stations offering regional specialties, artistic face painting services and family-friendly festival activities. This cultural immersion adds substantial value to the standard all-inclusive package.
For more information, visit sandos.com.
Acre Resort
Acre Resort hosts its annual Day of the Dead celebration on Nov. 1 within its 25-acre property in the Animas Bajas hills near San Jose del Cabo. The evening event reimagines the working farm and boutique hotel into a cultural destination, offering your clients an authentic Mexican experience all within the grounds. The celebration includes a Catrina Parade featuring staff in traditional skeleton makeup and formal attire, plus a welcome ceremony led by a local shaman. Culinary offerings focus on seasonal dishes, including pork belly porchetta paired with themed cocktails created specifically for the event. Guests receive complimentary flower crowns and marigold (cempasuchitl) pins to participate fully in the festivities.
For more information, visit acreresort.com.
