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Día de Muertos in Coyoacán

1–2 November 2026

2026

1–2 November 2026

2027

1–2 November 2027

Where

Coyoacán

What it is

Día de Muertos in Coyoacán explained

The Jardín Hidalgo fills with community altars and an ofrenda competition, and a costumed procession runs from the plaza to the Panteón de Xoco with music and copal.

Dates can shift by a day or two when a local council moves the programme to a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel. Accommodation in Coyoacán tends to sell out weeks ahead of the festival and prices rise sharply on the main night.

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Día de Muertos in Coyoacán, explained

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What is Día de Muertos in Coyoacán?

The Jardín Hidalgo fills with community altars and an ofrenda competition, and a costumed procession runs from the plaza to the Panteón de Xoco with music and copal. It's a culture event held in Coyoacán.

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When is Día de Muertos in Coyoacán in 2026?

Día de Muertos in Coyoacán runs 1–2 November 2026 in Coyoacán. Councils can move the exact days by a day or two to land on a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel.

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When is Día de Muertos in Coyoacán in 2027?

The provisional 2027 dates are 1–2 November 2027, in Coyoacán.

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Is Día de Muertos in Coyoacán free to attend?

Yes — like the great majority of Spanish town festivals, Día de Muertos in Coyoacán is free and open-air; you only pay for food, drink and any seating the town sells for a parade or firework display.

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Where should I stay for Día de Muertos in Coyoacán?

Book a room in Coyoacán itself as early as you can: accommodation for this kind of festival sells out weeks ahead and prices climb sharply for the main night. A base in Coyoacán also means you're not relying on late transport home once the celebrations run past midnight.

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Last reviewed · 30 July 2026

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Checked · 30 July 2026