Catrinas roaming the streets, offerings, music, and corners covered in flowers. Val’Quirico will celebrate the Day of the Dead 2026 for 11 days, and it could be a great option for a getaway from Mexico City during this season.
The Day of the Dead Festival in Val’Quirico will take place from October 23 to November 2, 2026. During those days, the streets and alleys of this magical place in Tlaxcala will feature special decorations and various activities inspired by this Mexican tradition.
The program includes theatrical and musical performances, exhibitions, and displays of offerings. However, there are a couple of events that stand out in the program.
When will the Catrinas procession in Val’Quirico take place?
Mark your calendars: the Val’Quirico Mega Catrina Procession is scheduled for October 31 at 6:00 p.m. Catrinas and catrines will take part in this procession, which has become one of the highlights of the celebration.
Music will also take center stage. The Day of the Dead Concert is scheduled for November 1 at 5:00 p.m.
To get a sense of how the place transforms during this time of year, just look at previous editions. In 2024, Val’Quirico reported more than 70 offerings and around 13 metric tons of cempasúchil. In 2025, it was reported that 25 metric tons of this flower were used to decorate the complex.
These figures are based solely on previous years; the quantities of flowers and offerings for 2026 have not yet been confirmed.
Day of the Dead in Val’Quirico 2026
In addition to the seasonal activities, during your visit you’ll find the restaurants, shops, and walking areas that are part of Val’Quirico.
The full program of activities and specific costs for the 2026 Day of the Dead celebrations are still to be confirmed.
💀 Date: October 23–November 2, 2026
📍 Location: Val’Quirico , Tlaxcala
