CANIRAC Annual Día de Muertos Parade

Hosted by CANIRAC (National Chamber of the Restaurant and Food Industry), this official parade brings together local restaurants and hospitality professionals—including our El Squid Roe team—for a one-of-a-kind experience that blends creativity, tradition, and community pride.

📅 Date: Sunday, November 2nd

🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

📍 Route: Yenekamu → Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas → Calle Cabo San Lucas → Plaza Amelia Wilkes

Expect over 400 participants from restaurants and the municipality, with each team showcasing:

• Decorated vehicles

• Costumed and face-painted staff

• Traditional giveaways like mezcal, flowers, poems, and Mexican candies for children

• Live performances by catrinas vivientes, mojigangas, stilt walkers, and folkloric dancers

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Weekend of the Dead: Events Around Cabo

Beyond the CANIRAC parade, downtown Cabo will come alive with complementary Día de Muertos events, turning the weekend into an immersive cultural experience:

• 🎨 Face Decoration Contest: Businesses will compete for the best sugar skull designs across town

• 🎶 Plaza Amelia Wilkes Festival: Traditional Mexican food, folkloric dances, live music, and art displays

• 🛥️ Decorated Boat Parade in the Marina: Vessels adorned with ofrendas and Día de Muertos details sail out at sunset

• 🕯️ Altars & Photo Zones: Explore “fachadas ofrendas” and community altars throughout the historic center

Whether you’re a local or a traveler, this weekend offers the perfect opportunity to dive deep into the rich heritage of Mexico’s most symbolic celebration.

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How to Join

Want to see the CANIRAC parade up close? Simply show up early along the route or at Plaza Amelia Wilkes by 5:00 PM to catch the procession and closing activities. No ticket needed - just bring your best Día de Muertos energy.

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Do not Forget

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• Snap a photo with the parade - we’ll be in full catrina glam!

• Tag your pics with #CaboDiaDeMuertos and #WeekendOfTheDead to be featured.

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