Muerte en Vida: Día de Muertos Festival at Hacienda El Santuario
Hacienda El Santuario presents Muerte en Vida, its fourth annual Día de Muertos festival, bringing together Frida Kahlo–inspired creativity, traditional food, music, and remembrance in San Miguel de Allende. Running October 1–November 3, the celebration features a large ofrenda, a seasonal menu, and scheduled experiences including pan de muerto baking, sugar-figure workshops, tequila tasting, live guitar, and an altar blessing with dinner.image.jpg
📅 Dates: October 1 – November 3, 2026
🕒 Times: Vary by activity; upcoming program below
📍 Venue: Hacienda El Santuario, Aldama 41, Centro, San Miguel de Allende
📞 Reservations: +52 415 104 1602
📱 Instagram: @hhsantuariosma
Upcoming Program: October 21–November 2
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October 21, 4:00 PM — Amasando Pan de Muertos: A bread-making workshop in collaboration with Panio. End time not listed.
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October 23, 7:00–9:00 PM — Música Viva: Live guitar music beside the ofrenda, accompanied by a seasonal menu.
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October 24, 4:00–6:00 PM — Alfeñiques: A sugar-figure workshop for adults and children.
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October 27, 6:00 PM — Brindis por los Muertos: A tequila tasting centered on remembrance. End time not listed.
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October 29, 6:00–8:00 PM — Bendición de Ofrenda: An altar blessing and Día de Muertos dinner in collaboration with Restaurante Raíces.image.jpg
Additional Food and Cultural Experiences
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October 24 and 31, November 1 and 2, 6:00–10:00 PM — Antojitos de Coyoacán: Traditional flavors, live music, and seasonal celebrations.
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October 25 and November 1, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM — Sunday brunch with traditional cooks.
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Throughout the festival — Visit the large ofrenda; a special Día de Muertos menu is advertised throughout October.
Organizer
Hacienda El Santuario is a boutique hotel and event venue in the historic center of San Miguel de Allende. It hosts weddings, business meetings, and private celebrations in historic buildings that showcase Mexican art and culture, complemented by accommodations, dining, and personalized hospitality.
Venue
Hacienda El Santuario is a boutique hotel and event venue in San Miguel de Allende’s historic center, located on Calle Aldama, one block from the Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel. Set in historic houses decorated with Mexican art and traditional craftsmanship, it offers a private, romantic setting for weddings, social celebrations, and business gatherings, with on-site suites and restaurant service.
