In Mexico, “El dia De Muertos” is a veritable tradition for commemorating the dead. With its festive character, the Day of the Dead is all about pleasing the spirits. Fruit, sweets and Pan de Muerto (a skull-shaped bun) are laid out as offerings in front of the flower-filled altars that Mexicans have so carefully crafted. Like the sublime animated film Coco, El dia de Muertos in Mexico is not a day of mourning, but a celebration to show the departed that they have not been forgotten… And for several years now in Paris, El dia de Muertos has been on a roll. While it certainly doesn’t have the same symbolism, this event remains one of the highlights of Halloween.
Go to the Jardin d’acclimatation
From October 5 to November 11, come and discover Mexico and the colorful and joyful “Del Dia de los muertos” festival. Discover a sublime dance show, where you can listen to real marachis, but also see dancers and “fire artists”. Discover the enchanted river and dare to explore its secrets. Are you brave enough to take on a horde of skeletons, ghosts and spiders?
📍 Location: Bois de Boulogne, Carrefour des Sablons 75116 Paris
🗓️ Dates : October 5 to November 11
See Père-Lachaise’s most unusual tombs
We know Père-Lachaise cemetery for its bucolic setting. But have you ever noticed the unusual tombs there? Halloween, or El dia de los muertos, is the perfect time to visit!
📍Location: 8 boulevard Ménilmontant, 75020 Paris
Celebrate El dia de Los Muertos in a hidden bar
Within the 1K hotel, there’s a magnificent hidden bar that you’ve got to discover! For El Dia de los muertos, come and enjoy a crazy DJ set and a multicolored atmosphere! A traditional make-up stand will be on hand to help you look your best all evening long. Good to know: admission is free!
📍Location: 13 boulevard du temple, 75003 Paris
🗓️ Date: The night of October 31
Parrot World– El Dia de los muertos for the whole family
From October 5 to November 24, celebrate the Day of the Dead with the whole family at Parrot World. On the program: traditional face-painting workshop, concerts, life-size dinosaur exhibits… A great family activity in Paris during All Saints’ Day.
📍 Location: Route de Guérard, 77580 Crécy-la-Chapelle
🗓️ Dates : November 5 to 24