Food festivals in Oaxaca

Dia de Muertos

Dia de Muertos in Oaxaca runs October 28 to November 4, with the Xoxocotlan panteon vigil October 31, comparsas downtown and pan de muerto on every comedor.

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Dates and details checked June 1, 2026 by against the organiser's site.

Where to eat in Centro Historico

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Our picks in Centro Historico, where the festival is.

Levadura de Olla Mexican · Centro Historico★ 4.9 Tierra del Sol Modern Oaxacan · Centro Historico★ 4.8 Cafe Brujula Coffee roaster · Centro Historico★ 4.8 Origen Modern Oaxacan · Centro Historico★ 4.7 Mezcaloteca tasting room Café · Centro Historico★ 4.7 Boulenc Bakery · Centro Historico★ 4.7

Book Dia de Muertos: tours and experiences

Dia de Muertos runs 28 Oct to 4 Nov. These are the food tours and tastings in Oaxaca to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

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Getting there and staying

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Where

Centro and Xoxocotlan, Oaxaca de Juarez, Oaxaca

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