WHAT IS CELEBRATED IN NOVEMBER IN MEXICO? - CULTURE VOCABULARY - 2025

The celebrations in the month of November in Mexico begin with the Day of the Dead on November 2, which is a holiday in several states of the nation. This is also the month in which the Mexican Revolution is commemorated.

The official holiday of the revolution is always celebrated on the third Monday in November and banks, post offices and government offices are closed on that day. This month is one of the year with the most festivities, along with December.

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Mexican celebrations in the month of November

1- Day of the dead

Celebrated throughout Mexico from October 31 to November 2.

Deceased family members are remembered and honored in this unique cultural celebration. The festivities take place throughout the country, but the most colorful occur in Patzcuaro, Oaxaca, Chiapas, and San Andrés.

2- Festival of the Skulls

It is celebrated in Aguascalientes from October 28 to November 6.

Skulls of different sizes and materials will be on display, as well as stands with traditional food and seasonal fruits. Altars in honor of the dead, various artistic and cultural shows and a parade of skeletons are part of the planned events.

3- San Felipe Shrimp Festival

It is celebrated in San Felipe, Baja California from November 4 to 6.

This festival focuses on the culinary aspects of the shrimp season, combined with local cultural events, wine tastings, tequila samples, and performances by local and regional folk artists.

4- Mayakoba golf classic

It is celebrated in the Riviera Maya from November 7 to 13.

The only PGA tournament in Mexico features a one-day Pro-Am competition, followed by a four-round professional tournament played at the “El Camaleón” golf course in Mayakoba, designed by Greg Norman.

5- Los Cabos International Film Festival

It is celebrated in Los Cabos, Baja California Sur from November 9 to 13.

The event is based in one of the main tourist resorts in Mexico. This festival attracts attendees and filmmakers from all over the world but especially from Mexico and the United States.

6- Rocky Point Rally

It is celebrated in Puerto Peñasco, Sonora from November 10 to 13.

It is an annual motorcycle event that raises money for various charities. These usually include various cycling competitions, trick shows and parties.

7- Masters of Art. Folk art festival

It is celebrated in Chapala, Jalisco from November 11 to 13.

Diverse masters of art travel from all over the country to attract buyers and collectors to purchase a wide variety of folk art, ranging from ceramics and wood carvings to silver jewelry.

8- International Gourmet Festival

It is celebrated in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco from November 11 to 20.

The best restaurants in Puerto Vallarta participate in this gastronomic festival. Participants attend cooking classes, learn about wines, taste the best tequila, and dine in restaurants that offer unique and tantalizing menus.

9- Morelia International Music Festival

It is celebrated in Morelia, Michoacán from November 11 to 27.

This annual festival in honor of composer Miguel Bernal Jiménez features performances by musicians from around the world and takes place in beautiful settings throughout Morelia.

The main objectives of the festival are to enjoy the richness and diversity of the highest quality concert music.

10- The Baja 1000 - Race in the desert

It is celebrated in Ensenada, Baja California from November 14 to 21.

Nearly 200,000 spectators flock to this annual race, the most prestigious event in desert races. Its grueling course runs along the rugged terrain of the arid desert and through villages along the peninsula.

11- San Miguel de Allende Jazz Festival

It is celebrated in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato from November 16 to 20.

The concerts of the International Jazz and Blues Festival are held in historical places such as the Angela Peralta Theater, the Central Garden of San Miguel de Allende and the Rancho Los Labradores Cultural Center.

12- International Festival of hot air balloons

It is celebrated in León, Guanajuato from November 18 to 21.

The sky above the Parque Metropolitano de León is host to at least 80 hot air balloons during this festival. There are concerts, competitions and exhibitions for people of all ages to enjoy.

13- Revolution Day

It is celebrated throughout Mexico on November 20.

This day marks the anniversary of the Mexican Revolution that began in 1910 against President Porfirio Díaz and lasted until 1920. Parades and celebrations take place throughout the country. The official holiday is celebrated on the third Monday of the month of November, but some civic ceremonies can be celebrated on the 20th.

14- Feast of Santa Cecilia

It is celebrated in Mexico City on November 22.

In the famous Plaza Garibaldi in Mexico City, a very special meeting is held to pay tribute to Santa Cecilia, the patron saint of musicians.

Mariachis, along with regional musicians from northern Mexico and the state of Veracruz, disembark at Plaza Garibaldi for a tribute concert and an open-air party that usually includes dance, drink and song.

15- Great Pacific Marathon

It is celebrated in Mazatlán, Sinaloa on November 26 and 27.

More than 6,500 athletes participate in this event with a variety of races. There is also an event for people with visual and motor disabilities (wheelchair or crutches).

16- Guadalajara International Book Fair

It is celebrated in Guadalajara, Jalisco from November 28 to December 6.

More than 1,500 publishers from 39 countries gather for the largest festival of books in Spanish in the world.

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