Let your grandparents, uncles and aunts, parents, or any older adults you know know about this! Enjoying the Day of the Dead in Mexico City doesn’t have to be too expensive; here’s a list of free and INAPAM-discounted activities that absolutely no one will want to miss.
You’ll find the special price on some of the most beautiful altars of 2026, though if you prefer, you can take a mystery tour or watch horror movies right inside the cemetery itself.
Without further ado, here’s the foolproof guide.
Tour of the Museum of the Inquisition
$410 general admission
During October’s Night of Museums, the Museum of the Inquisition will present a mystery tour called “Gods of the Underworld: Deities of Our Past.” It’s an immersive experience that includes a multidisciplinary performance.
There are only two scheduled sessions, each with a capacity of 40 people. To reserve your spot, send a WhatsApp message to 56 4643 6259 or 55 6198 1223.
General admission costs $430
The historic display at the Dolores Olmedo Museum returns to Xochimilco for the first time since its closure in 2020. With the exhibition “Calacas al Museo!,” the former Hacienda La Noria revives this tradition that brings together folk art, memory, and its signature cardboard skulls.
The origins of the monumental altar date back to 1957, when collector Dolores Olmedo began assembling it following the death of her friend, the painter Diego Rivera. During the tour, you can also stroll through the grounds’ gardens (home to peacocks and xoloitzcuintles) and explore the art collections of Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo.
General admission costs $430, but seniors with an INAPAM card pay only $70.
Altar Display at the Casa Fuerte del Emilio, el Indio Fernández
General admission is $205
As every year, one of the most anticipated Day of the Dead displays is the one at the Casa Fuerte of the actor known as El Indio Fernández.
This edition is very special, as it commemorates the 40th anniversary of the actor’s passing, as well as the 80th anniversary of this beautiful house.
Amid monumental catrinas and cempasúchil flowers, the monumental altar pays tribute to the movie and television stars who have passed away.
General admission costs $205, while admission for children and adults with an INAPAM card costs $102.50.
Altar Display at the Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo House-Studio Museum
General admission costs $50. On Sundays, admission is free for everyone.
At the iconic home of Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo, in the San Ángel neighborhood, a beautiful altar has been set up—this year dedicated to the muralist and the cardboard Judas figures he collected.
Admission is free for adults with INAPAM cards, people with disabilities, teachers, and Mexican students. General admission tickets cost $50, though on Sunday, admission is free for everyone.
Altar Display at the MUNAL
General admission is $95
The National Museum of Art (MUNAL) will set up a Day of the Dead altar inspired by the artwork *El Circo* by artist Nahui Olin. The display will adorn the Patio de los Leones on the museum grounds.
Keep in mind that general admission costs $95, but seniors with INAPAM cards, people with disabilities, children under 13, students, and teachers get in for free. On Sundays, admission is free for everyone.
General admission is $130
The Anahuacalli Museum dedicates its Day of the Dead offering to Saturnino Herrán, a pioneer of Mexican muralism. On this occasion, the installation features the deity Coatlicue as its central figure to explore the painter’s historical connection to Diego Rivera and pay tribute to his artistic project *Nuestros dioses*.
The altar serves as a visual journey through the cultural roots and pre-Hispanic past that both artists championed from their early years at the San Carlos Academy.
Seniors with INAPAM pay just $25!
$50 general admission
Catrineras returns to the Ex-Hacienda de Chautla to transform its iconic castle and lake into an immersive Day of the Dead setting. Ideal for a getaway from Mexico City, the venue is decked out for the season with aisles of cempasúchil, monumental offerings, and themed lighting.
The main activity takes place on the water, where you can board one of more than 10 trajineras that sail among floating figures around the castle. If you’re looking for a touch of suspense, the experience includes three haunted houses and a legends tour. The festival is rounded out with live music, a food court, a crafts area, and contests featuring catrinas and literary calaveritas.
General admission costs $50, but adults with an INAPAM card, people with disabilities, and children under 1.2 meters tall pay only $20.
Free for all ages
The San Fernando Pantheon Museum becomes the setting for the “Flowers for My Dead” Festival. For three days, this historic venue in the Guerrero neighborhood will offer activities to explore our relationship with death through art, traditions, and the cemetery’s stories.
The program ranges from horror movie screenings among the graves—such as a showing of the Mexican film *Huesera*—to costumed tours, reenactments, and storytelling of local legends. The festival also features costume contests, group readings of Edgar Allan Poe, and workshops on spiritual protection and funerary art.
Free for all ages
On your Day of the Dead tour through the Historic Center, you can’t miss a visit to the Palacio de Iturbide. This year, the venue blends art, memory, and gastronomy in a spectacular display that stands out for featuring hundreds of pieces of pan de muerto, made with recipes representative of different states across the country. The altar was designed and curated by artist Carla Fernández, who highlights the significance of traditional elements such as salt, copal, candles, and flowers.
To add an extra touch to the experience, head out during Museum Night. The palace courtyard will host a special performance by Amalia Hernández’s Ballet Folklórico de México, as well as the show *Mi amiga la huesuda*. Keep in mind that capacity for these shows is limited to 100 people, so arrive early with your family or friends to secure your spot at this beautiful tribute.
Free for all ages
Forget the crowds in the Historic Center and head north to see the Villa Flores family’s monumental offering. For over 20 years, this family has transformed the courtyard of their grandparents’ home into a spectacular altar dedicated to their pillars: Alberto Villa and Ana Flores. Many of the pieces on display are crafted by family members themselves to honor the legacy of their grandfather, who was a talented artisan in pottery and papier-mâché.
The main exhibit is accompanied by a display of more than 1,000 handcrafted items collected over the years in states such as Michoacán, Veracruz, Oaxaca, and Puebla. Added to this are personal items belonging to the family
In addition to the tour of the facility—where visitors receive free candy—the family organizes a cultural afternoon that complements the exhibition with live music, folk ballet, and theater performances.
