Plan Your TripVisiting a Cemetery on Day of the Dead: Etiquette, Photos and What Not to Do
A cemetery on Día de Muertos is a family's space, even when the gates are open. How to be a good guest, handle photos, and check access before you book.
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Owen Marsh
Owen Marsh writes trip-planning guides and keeps the Día de Muertos events calendar: which place fits which trip, when programs come out and what to check before booking.
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Events CalendarDay of the Dead Dates by City: The 2026 Schedule
The 2026 schedule in Mexico and the U.S., from ongoing festivals in Toluca and Atlixco to Tucson's procession scheduled for Nov. 8.
Plan Your TripWhere to Celebrate Day of the Dead: 22 Places in Mexico and the US, and How to Choose
Choose a Día de Muertos trip in Mexico or the U.S. by event type, with announced 2026 schedules and respect tips. Michoacán carries a U.S. Level 4, “Do Not Travel” advisory.