Day of the Dead is still several months away; however, the first event of the season has already been confirmed. Check out when the Mega Catrinas Procession 2025 will take place in CDMX. Save the date.
The first thing you need to know is that this event seeks to highlight the traditions of the Day of the Dead. You will see hundreds of catrinas parading through the streets of Mexico City, which will go in different themed contingents.
When is the Mega Procession of the Catrinas 2025 in CDMX?
As detailed through its official website, the procession of the catrinas will take place on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Regarding the route, it was detailed that the tour will start from the Angel of Independence and end at the Zocalo of CDMX. The schedule of the event will be announced at a later date; however, it usually takes place in the afternoon/evening.
The best thing is that at that time Paseo de la Reforma is decorated with cempasúchil flowers, which complements the atmosphere worthy of Day of the Dead.
As every year there will be professional make-up artists on Paseo de la Reforma to make you look like a catrina. The cost will depend on the make-up you have done.
Regarding the contingents, this year there will be a contingent of Circus Catrinas, Pachucos Catrinas, Rumberas and Danzoneros; Pre-Hispanic Catrinas, Medieval Catrinas, Catrinas del Recuerdo and more.