November in Mexico City is full of color, tradition, and energy. From Día de Muertos celebrations to cultural festivals and immersive experiences, the city offers countless ways to enjoy the season. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or rediscovering the capital, here are the 10 best events and activities in CDMX this November 2025 — all perfect for guests staying at Tasman.
1. The Great Day of the Dead Parade
📅 Saturday, 1 November 2025 | 📍 From Puerta de los Leones to Zócalo | 🎟️ Free
Start the month with one of Mexico City’s most iconic celebrations. The Great Day of the Dead Parade fills the streets with music, dancers, floats and enormous skeleton figures. The route runs from the Puerta de los Leones in Bosque de Chapultepec through Paseo de la Reforma ending at the Zócalo.
2. Capybara-Themed Race in Chapultepec
Sunday, 2 November 2025 | 📍 First Section of Bosque de Chapultepec | 🎟️ From ≈ $500 MXN
One of the most charming sporting events of the year! Join (or cheer) at this 5 km capybara-themed run through the forest trail of Chapultepec. Expect colorful costumes, fun crowds and plenty of photo-ops.
3. Day of the Dead Opera at the Zócalo
📅 31 Oct – 2 Nov 2025 | 📍 Zócalo, CDMX | 🎟️ Free
Celebrate Día de Muertos with a monumental ofrenda accompanied by a spectacular open-air opera performance. The show features Mayan and Nahuatl languages, combining traditional music with modern staging — a powerful tribute to Mexico’s cultural heritage.
4. Light Cycles: Immersive Experience in Chapultepec
📅 1 – 30 Nov 2025 | 📍 Parque Rosario Castellanos, 2nd Section of Bosque de Chapultepec | 🎟️ Tickets required
Step into a world of light and sound at Light Cycles, a mesmerizing immersive experience featuring interactive installations, glowing sculptures and a multi-sensory walk through illuminated gardens. lightcycles-experience.com+2Chilango+2
5. Expo Beauty Show 2025
📅 1 – 3 November 2025 | 📍 Centro Banamex, CDMX | 🎟️ Tickets required
Beauty professionals and enthusiasts won’t want to miss Latin America’s largest beauty event. With 400+ brands, live demonstrations, masterclasses and networking opportunities, it’s a must for anyone passionate about beauty, wellness or self-care.
Piñata Exhibition at Museo de Arte Popular
📅 8 November – 14 December 2025 | 📍 Revillagigedo 11, Historic Centre | 🎟️ ~$60 MXN
Explore the colorful creativity of Mexican artisans at this exhibition where piñatas transcend childhood tradition and are exhibited as art. Each piece competes in a national design contest — vibrant and whimsical, perfect for curious visitors.
7. Eurojazz Festival 2025 at Cenart
📅 9 – 23 November 2025 | 📍 Río Churubusco 79, Country Club Churubusco, Coyoacán | 🎟️ Free
Enjoy laid-back afternoons surrounded by music and greenery. This annual jazz festival brings European jazz artists to the National Centre for the Arts (Cenart) for family-friendly open-air performances.
8. Edible Book Fair in San Ángel
📅 7 – 9 November 2025 | 📍 Jardín Gallina de Guinea, General Aureliano Rivera 4, San Ángel | 🎟️ Free Admission
Food and literature unite at this unique fair where books about cooking, drink and food culture meet tastings, workshops and pop-ups. Perfect for guests who love both reading and culinary experiences.
9. Meraki Contemporary Circus
📅 Until 30 November 2025 | 📍 Gran Carpa Pedregal (next to TV Azteca) | 🎟️ Tickets required
Experience the rebirth of Mexican circus with Meraki — a high-level show blending acrobatics, immersive technology and storytelling. Over 30 artists from 15 nationalities perform disciplines such as trapeze, globe of death and aerial hoop.
10. Cirque du Soleil: OVO
📅 12 – 23 November 2025 | 📍 Palacio de los Deportes | 🎟️ From ~$1,220 MXN
The world-famous Cirque du Soleil returns to CDMX with OVO, a stunning acrobatic show inspired by the insect world. Expect extraordinary performances, live music and a family-friendly experience that’s one-of-a-kind.
✨ Make the Most of November in Mexico City
From traditional celebrations to cutting-edge entertainment, Mexico City in November 2025 offers something for every traveler. Whether you’re here for the festivals, music or cuisine, our hotel provides the perfect base to explore it all.
Book your stay with us and enjoy easy access to these top events, excellent restaurants and the cultural heartbeat of CDMX.
