You still have a chance to see it! The world’s tallest La Catrina will remain on Mexico City’s Zócalo for a few more days, so if you didn’t get a chance to visit it during the Day of the Dead celebrations, you can still admire this massive installation that just set a Guinness World Record.
Although it was originally scheduled to be taken down after November 2, its display has been extended. Now you can visit it for free until November 11, 2026!
And the best part is that you can now explore it at a more leisurely pace! If you missed it during the Day of the Dead weekend, this is a new opportunity to admire it and take photos without the crowds that gathered in the Zócalo.
La Catrina in the Zócalo set a Guinness World Record!
In addition to staying in the city longer, this figure has another reason to celebrate: on October 29, 2026, it officially earned the Guinness World Record as the world’s tallest Catrina.
The sculpture stands 33.411 meters tall, surpassing the previous record of 28.15 meters held by Puerto Vallarta.
The piece was created by the Xibalbá Art Workshop, led by Carlos Camilo Báez, and pays tribute to José Guadalupe Posada, creator of the Calavera Garbancera, which gave rise to the figure of La Catrina.
Its presence in the Zócalo was also part of a monumental offering featuring cempasúchil flowers, lighting, and traditional Day of the Dead elements.
How long can you visit the giant Catrina in the Zócalo?
The announced date to visit the installation is November 11, 2026, so there are still a few days left to see it without paying an admission fee.
However, there have also been reports that dismantling may begin between November 13 and 16.
Here’s what you need to know to plan your visit:
- Date: Through November 11, 2026
- Location: Zócalo, Mexico City, Historic Center.
- Cost: Free admission.
