Would you dare to walk in total darkness while listening to stories about La Llorona, witches, and nahuales? “Leyendas Nocturnas en Cuajimalpa” will feature a series of tours that combine traditional tales with special effects, audio, and lighting that will send chills down your spine.
According to information provided by the organizers, the experience is based on a book by the Discalced Carmelites that is over 400 years old. The Ruiz Valdes sisters will be in charge of presenting the stories during these evening performances.
Among the stories announced are “The Beheading of Saint Matthew,” “Cosme the Monk,” “The Forest of Ocotal,” “La Llorona,” “Km 31,” “The Inquisition,” “The Witches of Ocotal,” “El Nahual,” and “La Chocani.”
Dates and Times for “Leyendas Nocturnas”
The schedule for these themed tours will begin during the Halloween and Day of the Dead celebrations. The best part? It will continue through mid-November.
- Friday, October 30: 7:00 p.m., 9:45 p.m., 12:15 a.m., and 1:45 a.m.
- Saturday, October 31: 7:00 p.m., 9:45 p.m., 12:15 a.m., and 1:45 a.m.
- Sunday, November 1: 7:00 p.m., 9:45 p.m., 12:15 a.m., and 1:45 a.m.
- Monday, November 2: 7:00 p.m., 9:45 p.m., and 12:15 a.m.
- Friday, November 6: 9:00 p.m., 11:45 p.m., and 1:45 a.m.
- Saturday, November 7: 9:00 p.m. and 11:45 p.m.
- Sunday, November 8: 9:00 p.m.
- Friday, November 13: 9:00 p.m. and 12:00 a.m.
- Saturday, November 14: 9:00 p.m. and 12:00 a.m.
How much does this nighttime tour in Cuajimalpa cost?
General admission is $350 per person, and the site has parking. An important note before planning your visit: all tours are by reservation only.
Reservations can be made by calling 55 6501 9750. The venue is located on the Mexico-Toluca Highway in La Venta, within the Cuajimalpa de Morelos municipality.
Date: October 30 and 31; November 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 13, and 14
Location: Carretera México-Toluca s/n, La Venta, Cuajimalpa de Morelos, Mexico City
Time: Varies by date; performances from 7:00 p.m. until the early hours of the morning
Cost: $350 general admission
Reservations: Required at 55 6501 9750