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Join us for Catrinas Fest, a vibrant celebration of Día de Los Muertos from November 1 to 3, 2024. Experience a three-day culinary and cultural celebration featuring exclusive dinners, cocktail parties and cooking demonstrations by renowned chefs and mixologists. Enjoy a variety of cultural, children’s and musical events, along with two signature evening culinary experiences.

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Catrinas Fest

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos with a three-day event weaving together cuisine, music and art.

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Valid for Selected Dates Between Oct 28 2024 – Nov 6 2024
Offers are subject to availability at time of booking. Blackout dates and other restrictions may apply.
minimum stay: 3 nights

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Full access tickets to the events of Catrinas Fest (November 1 to 3, 2024) for two adults

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CULINARY ACTIVITIES

TERTULIA NIGHT | November 1
The weekend kicks off with a reception-style multi-station dinner at Dos Catrinas, complemented by ocean views. Savour a diverse range of flavours and culinary dishes crafted in collaboration by both guest chefs and our Four Seasons culinary team. The evening is complete with professional makeup artists offering traditional Mexican body art, stilt walkers and performances by local musicians.
BARBACOA DEMONSTRATION | November 2
Referring to the local indigenous tradition of slow cooking a whole animal over a pit oven, chefs of our Resort will demonstrate the preparation of the meat, marinated with agave leaves and garnished with onion and cilantro. Complimentary for in-house guests, witness this traditional practice and sample the prepared meat.
DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS DINNER | November 2
Indulge in a multi-course dinner experience at Dos Catrinas, where each guest chef will highlight their own course to showcase their individual creativity and expertise. The dinner will be accompanied by performances from local musicians.
MEZ BAR TAKEOVER | November 2
To continue the celebrations after dinner, we invite you to enjoy a nightcap at Mez Bar, featuring innovative cocktails and over 70 varieties of mezcal, along with live music.
LA VIDA BRUNCH | November 3
Conclude the weekend’s festivities with a celebration of life and friendship at Dos Catrinas’s Sunday brunch buffet. Highlights include traditional barbacoa, chilaquiles, a raw bar, and freshly made omelettes and pancakes.

For the Little Ones

Pan de muerto cooking class
Kids can decorate and bake this sweet, soft, brioche-like bread to commemorate the holiday.
October 31, 11:00 am
Mini Sugar Skull Piñata Making
Using the traditional technique of papel picado, along with your artistic skills, create your own mini sugar skull piñata. Kids can learn more about the meaning of Día De Los Muertos with Kids For All Seasons.
November 1, 2:00 pm
Do-It-Yourself Cempasúchitl Marigolds
Marigolds are a symbolic in the celebration as their fragrant smell guides the spirits to their alters. Learn how to make this special flower with colourful paper and an easy-to-follow technique as a part of Kids For All Seasons.
November 1, 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Catrin or Catrina Face Painting
Young guests can join the celebration on Las Cuevas Beach with complimentary traditional Catrin or Catrina face paint. They can choose their favourite colours and patterns to create a unique look.
November 1, 7:30 pm
Movie Night: “Coco”
On Las Cuevas Beach, settle in to watch “Coco,” a Pixar movie where kids can learn about Día De Los Muertos and the special celebrations around this Mexican holiday.
November 2, 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Kids After-party
Kids can dance and play the evening away in our game room while parents enjoy after-hours adult events.

Pan de muerto cooking class
October 31, 11:00 am
Mini Sugar Skull Piñata Making
November 1, 2:00 pm
Do-It-Yourself Cempasúchitl Marigolds
November 1, 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Catrin or Catrina Face Painting
November 1, 7:30 pm
Movie Night: “Coco”
November 2, 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Kids After-party

Additional Experiences

Cooking Classes
Hosted throughout the weekend and led by our resort chefs, these intimate sessions allow you to learn about and prepare traditional Mexican dishes.
Mezcal Tastings
Led by mezcal maker Alejandro Santacruz, get an introduction to mezcal and participate an interactive tasting of our Resort’s signature mezcal, Los Mitos.
Cultural Workshops
Learn to create traditional Mexican crafts, including sugar skulls and Catrina doll makeup.