- Por Kali Hoteles
- 01 October, 2019
Mexico City is one of the most popular destinations worldwide. As it hosts a great number of national and international visitors who have the will of discovering the oldest city in all Latin America, it is plenty of historical-rich spots like The Chapultepec Castle, The National Palace of Fine Arts, The Main Square (El Zócalo) and Teotihuacan, among others.
Beyond these attractions, Mexico City is equally famous for being the venue of the most important events in the country. It is thus one of the most interesting cities you can visit.
It doesn’t matter whether you come in spring or winter, all year long is full of activities which are aimed at surprising, inspiring and delighting you. For instance, if you are wondering – what can you do in October in Mexico City?– Let us tell you that you have a long list of events to go to.
Celebrating the Death | Celebrando la Eternidad: Get ready to feel like a soul on the Day of the Dead. Among Cempasuchitl flowers, cemeteries, and altars, you will walk through the Chapultepec Forest on a journey to the realm of death. On this tour, special effects and new projection technologies will create such an special atmosphere that you’ll enjoy nothing but the majesty of this celebration. Be sure to come with your camera, you wouldn’t like to miss any single pick. This event is available from October 15th to the 19th.
Alebrijes Parade | Desfile de Alebrijes: Alebrijes are by far the most famous mythical creatures in Mexico, who, according to the legend, are a kind of companions on the journey to the land of dreams. Next October 19th you can meet them and take all the photos you want at a parade from Reforma Avenue to Main Square.
Day of the Death Opening | Arranque de las festividades del Día de Muertos Are you in the mood of a Mexican party? Well, come this October 24th to the Revolution Monument. There will be many surprises as part of the Day of the Dead festival. Food, culture and music, all in one place.
Altar Contest | Inauguración de la Mega OfrendaWhether you want to participate in an authentic Mexican tradition or just come as a spectator, you can’t miss this contest. First, because it is a great chance for you and your family to discover how do Mexicans celebrate the Day of the Dead. Second, as each region in Mexico celebrates it in a different manner, you can have a little taste of all Mexico in just one place. Finally, at the end of the day, it is a contest. So, you wouldn’t like to miss who the winner is, right? This is happening on October 25th in the Main Square.
Catrinas Parade | Mega Procesión de Catrinas Another annual tradition is the Catrinas Mega-Procession. In a nutshell, it is a parade where people wear a personalized Catrina-costume and walk through Reforma Avenue accompanied by traditional music. This is taking place on October 26th at 6 .m. If you want to parade with them, don’t hesitate. Just look for some Catrina make-up ideas, a gorgeous Mexican dress and you’re ready to go.
International Day-of-the-Dead Parade | Desfile Internacional del Día de Muertos. Se llevará a cabo el 27 de octubre entre Polanco, Zócalo y Chapultepec y el Gran Desfile de Día de muertos el 2 de noviembre en la avenida Reforma al Zócalo. Estos desfiles tradicionales están conformados por carros alegóricos, decenas de comparsas y bandas de música.
Por último, para finalizar estos eventos llenos de tradición en honor a los difuntos, se realiza una espectacular Clausura de Día de muertos el 17 de noviembre en el Zócalo. Esta es una oportunidad para cerrar las distintas actividades que fueron efectuadas en octubre y noviembre.
Now you know all the upcoming events, are you ready to visit Mexico City?
Espero que sí. Recuerda que si quieres visitar estos eventos, puedes hospedarte en Kali hotels. Nuestras habitaciones cómodas con decoración tipo minimalista están preparadas para que vivas toda la diversión de la Ciudad de México y tengas un sueño reparador cada noche. Por último recuerda…
¡Quién quiera gozar de veras y disfrutar un ratón, venga con las calaveras a gozar en el panteón”!
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