MexicoDay of the Dead in Oaxaca: Comparsas, Cemeteries and Altars, Night by Night
Explore Oaxaca's public celebrations and announced 2026 altars, understand the boundaries around family cemetery visits, and arrange a reliable ride back.
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Rosa Whitley
Rosa Whitley writes travel guides to Día de Muertos in Mexico: when each city's public events happen, how to get there and back, and how to visit as a respectful guest.
Mexico
MexicoDay of the Dead in Mexico City: The Parades, the Giant Altars and Mixquic's Candle Night
Separate Mexico City's public parades and altars from Mixquic's family observance, using government-listed 2026 plans and practical advice for the round trip.
MexicoHanal Pixán in Mérida: The Maya Day of the Dead, Its Food and the Paseo de las Ánimas
Hanal Pixán, also written Janal Pixán, is Yucatán's Day of the Dead, kept around the family table. Mérida's public festival, mucbipollo fair and altar sit beside it, with 2026 dates.