Mexico and Spain prepare for Day of the Dead and Samaín festivities

Various regions in Mexico and Spain are preparing for traditional Day of the Dead and Samaín celebrations. In Mexico, festivities include the Xantolo celebrations in San Luis Potosí and Huejutla, featuring music, dance, and traditional masks. Xcaret Park in the Riviera Maya is celebrating its 20th anniversary of the Festival de Vida y Muerte, while Mexico City offers experiences ranging from drone shows in Chapultepec to legend-themed boat tours in Xochimilco.

Other local events include culinary fairs in Mérida, such as the Panucho and Relleno Negro festivals, and cultural performances in Zacatecas and Huamantla. Additionally, the NFL is hosting an immersive cultural experience in Mexico City, blending American football with traditional altars. In Spain, the Castelo do Bolo is hosting a Samaín event combining oral storytelling, puppetry, and wine to honor ancestral traditions.