Xolos will also take center stage on the Day of the Dead! Mexico City’s Historic Center will host a Xoloitzcuintle walk that will bring these Mexican dogs and their families together for a very special journey. It’s the 2026 Walk to Mictlán, which will take place on Sunday, November 1.
This event is part of “Campo de Xolos: Welcome to Itzcuintlán,” the first Xoloitzcuintle Dog Festival, which will feature cultural and artistic activities dedicated to this Mexican breed.
In addition to celebrating the historical significance of this beautiful breed, the walk aims to promote animal welfare and highlight the connection between Xoloitzcuintles and the traditions of the Day of the Dead.
What will be the route of the Xoloitzcuintle walk in Mexico City?
Mark your calendars! The Walk to Mictlán will take place on Sunday, November 1, at 11:00 a.m. and will cover a distance of approximately 1.2 kilometers through the Historic Center.
According to information published about the event, the procession will depart from Plaza Seminario, next to the Templo Mayor, and proceed toward the Atrio de San Francisco area on Madero Street. The route will end at El Rule.
The Xoloitzcuintles will walk alongside their owners in an event that also aims to share messages about caring for and respecting animals.
For now, the start time is to be confirmed, as are the participation requirements and whether advance registration will be necessary.
What else will be happening at the Xoloitzcuintle Dog Festival?
This first Xolo Festival will be held from October 27 to November 1 at various venues in the Historic Center.
Over the course of these days, there will be exhibitions, lectures, artistic performances, and concerts related to the Xoloitzcuintle, its history, and its presence in Mexican culture.
Among the announced venues are the El Rule Cultural Center, Plaza Seminario, and the Atrio de San Francisco. A flea market featuring items inspired by this breed is also planned.
- Date: Sunday, November 1, 2026
- Location: Plaza Seminario, Historic Center of Mexico City
- Time: to be confirmed
- Cost: Free admission to the festival; conditions for participating in the walk to be confirmed
