Day of the Dead Festival in Puerto Vallarta (2025)

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Between late October and early November, Puerto Vallarta transforms into a vibrant setting where the ancient and the contemporary converge to honor the Day of the Dead. Here, I present the most complete experience, ideal for inspiring an authentic and soulful blog.

Day of the Dead in Puerto Vallarta 2025: Altars, Parades, and Living Culture by the Sea

🎟️ Major Holidays: “Remember Me” (October 30 – November 3)

• The Recuérdame Festival , based on the Malecón, Centro and Zona Romántica, includes a cultural platform with live music, projections (mapping), art exhibitions and tours of cemeteries.

• Its centerpiece is the monumental Catrina of more than 28 m , recognized in the Guinness Record for the second consecutive year, an iconic work that dominates the Malecón.

🌺 Isle of the Dead (November 1)

• This free celebration on Cuale River Island features community altars that include deceased pets, music, art, and face painting.

• Proceeds support local NGOs such as Vallarta Garden Club and Vallarta Cares.

🎉 November 2nd Parade

• The procession begins at the cemetery of the 5 de Diciembre neighborhood , goes through the streets of the center and concludes at Los Arcos del Malecón , with Catrina parades, music and folkloric dances.

🕯️ Altars and Offerings

• Traditional and artistic altars appear in plazas, markets, cultural centers and businesses throughout Vallarta.

• Includes offerings for deceased humans and pets, local gems such as bread of the dead, tamales, skulls, atole, and more.

🎭 Cultural Activities

• Open-air cinemas, folkloric ballet shows in Los Arcos and theatrical performances.

• Art Walk and night markets are integrated into the festival, with galleries and crafts open in the evenings.

🎨 Why does Puerto Vallarta shine on the Day of the Dead?

1. A visually stunning celebration with the world’s tallest Catrina – over 28 m tall.

2. Fusion of tradition and folk music, contemporary art, parades and profound meaning.

3. Inclusive activities: family, cultural and spiritual, distributed in accessible public spaces.

🏨 San Trópico: Your Cultural Refuge in Vallarta

After experiencing the magic of the Day of the Dead, San Trópico offers you the perfect space to rest in silence, reflect, and recharge.

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With 125 m², a fully equipped kitchen, lounge areas, and views of the tropical garden, it's the ideal place to end a day of traditions, art, and culture in Puerto Vallarta.