# Day of the Dead and Samaín cultural celebrations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/day-of-the-dead-and-saman-cultural-celebrations
> Updated: 2026-10-12T18:46:53.000Z. Sources: 29. Developments: 2.

Cultural preparations for Day of the Dead and Samaín festivities are underway across Mexico and Spain. In Mexico, celebrations include Xantolo in San Luis Potosí and Huejutla, featuring traditional masks, music, and dance. Other regional activities involve culinary fairs in Mérida, cultural performances in Zacatecas and Huamantla, and various themed experiences in Mexico City and the Riviera Maya.

In the municipality of Soledad de Graciano Sánchez, local authorities have announced a schedule of free cultural activities to preserve traditions. These include the ‘Entre Catrinas y Eternidades’ exhibition, monumental altar installations, and mask-making courses. The planned festivities also feature a traditional Zombie March in the Main Plaza and parades in rural areas such as Palma de la Cruz.

## Claims

- The Ayuntamiento de Soledad de Graciano Sánchez is organizing Day of the Dead activities. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Xantolo activities are scheduled to begin on October 16 and 17. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- A Zombie March will take place on October 31 in the Main Plaza. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Zombie March is expected to have around 3,000 participants. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The municipal comparsa will present in the Main Plaza on October 23. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The municipal comparsa will participate in the Xantolo parade on October 25. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The exhibition ‘Entre Catrinas y Eternidades’ is by master Edu Morales. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The municipal comparsa is composed of approximately 70 participants. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-12: Soledad de Graciano Sánchez announces Day of the Dead festivities

Soledad de Graciano Sánchez has launched a Day of the Dead program featuring Xantolo traditions, a Zombie March, and various cultural exhibitions and parades.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/soledad-de-graciano-snchez-announces-day-of-the-dead-festivities

### 2026-10-07: Mexico and Spain prepare for Day of the Dead and Samaín festivities

Mexico and Spain are hosting diverse cultural celebrations for Day of the Dead and Samaín, including Xantolo festivals, culinary fairs, drone shows, and immersive NFL-themed traditional altars.

26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/michoacn-prepares-for-major-day-of-the-dead-celebrations

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