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Día de los Muertos 2026

Cultural · Mexico

Day of the Dead — 1–2 November

Date 2026
Monday, 2 November 2026
Countdown
227 days away
Category
Cultural
Region
Mexico
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About Día de los Muertos

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican holiday on November 1–2 honouring deceased loved ones. Elaborate altars (ofrendas) are built with photos, food, flowers, and candles. Families gather at cemeteries for all-night vigils.

Traditions & Customs

  • Ofrenda altar building
  • Cemetery vigil
  • Marigold (cempasúchil) decoration
  • Pan de muerto (bread of the dead)
  • Sugar skull decoration
  • Face painting

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Día de los Muertos in 2026?

Monday, 2 November 2026

What is Día de los Muertos?

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican holiday on November 1–2 honouring deceased loved ones. Elaborate altars (ofrendas) are built with photos, food, flowers, and candles. Families gather at cemeteries for all-night vigils.

Is Día de los Muertos a public holiday in India?

Día de los Muertos is observed in Mexico.