The Day of the Dead is a holiday that will be celebrated in a big way at the Ex Hacienda de Chautla this 2025, with monumental installations, catrinas and even illuminated trajineras! The Catrinerías experience is about to begin and you will love to experience it with your family.
If you still don’t know this complex, the Day of the Dead is the perfect time to do it; it will welcome you with an allusive decoration in which the giant ofrendas stand out.
You will be able to enjoy traditional legends such as the Llorona and the Nahual, in an immersive format. The decoration will make you feel the energy of this celebration; there will be sculptures of catrinas and the lake will be illuminated with trajineras.
And if horror experiences are your thing, you can enter a house of scares. Among the installations is a wall of memories that pays tribute to those who have passed away. There will also be a craft pavilion and a gastronomic area.
It should be noted that Catrinerías will be open for a short season: from October 10 to November 2. Consider that general admission costs $50 for adults and $20 for children.
Participate in the Day of the Dead Contest in Chautla
One of the most anticipated activities is the catrinas contest, as there are prizes of 40,000, 20,000 and 10,000 pesos. If you are interested in participating, you can communicate through WhatsApp, at the number 22 27 91 66 00. Registrations will be open until October 15.
The grand presentation will be on November 1, at 6:00 pm. The catrinas and catrines will parade on a catwalk open to the public and then the winners will be announced.
If you are looking for an unforgettable Day of the Dead event, Catrinerías at the Ex Hacienda de Chautla should be on your list. Remember that this venue is located less than two hours from Mexico City, on the Mexico-Puebla Federal Highway, km 4.5, San Lucas el Grande, Puebla.