Next Wednesday, October 28, just before the Day of the Dead, October’s Museum Night will take place. For this edition, Chapultepec Castle will host a Catrina dance, tours of the grounds, and even a concert. We’ve got all the details for you.
Museum Nighttakes place on the last Wednesday of every month; the October edition is very special because museums and cultural venues in Mexico City usually host activities related to the Day of the Dead. And 2026 will be no exception.
What time will the Catrina dance take place at Chapultepec Castle?
The activities for October’s Museum Night at Chapultepec Castle will begin at 5:00 p.m. on October 28 with guided tours of the grounds. The meeting point is the castle’s esplanade, and each tour will accommodate a group of 40 people.
At 5:30 p.m., the Catrinas Dance will begin, featuring the Las Catrinas de Alcázar Collective. The show will take place on the Explanada de Armas, and capacity is limited to 300 people.
At 6:00 p.m., there will be a historical talk by Jenifer Arlett Ponce titled “Behind the Image: Exploring the Back of Paintings on Canvas.” Capacity is limited to 100 people, and the event will take place in the Auditorium.
Finally, Rodrigo Rivas will give a concert titled “Music to Commemorate Our Loved Ones” in the Event Courtyard at 7:00 p.m. Capacity is limited to 250 people, as Chapultepec Castle announced on %2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D”]social media.
As you can see, all activities have limited capacity, so be sure to arrive early so you don’t miss a thing. Also, don’t forget to dress warmly, as it tends to get very cold during this season.
