You won’t want to miss the opportunity to participate in the Festival del Alfeñique de Toluca! This event is a celebration of the Day of the Dead, showcasing Mexico’s vibrant colours and rich traditions.

In this journey, you’ll explore Toluca, a city imbued with colonial charm. You’ll make your way to its cathedral, strolling through the Portales and Alameda Park, admiring Cosmovitral, Civic Square and more… The Alfeñique Fair, held during October and November, includes gastronomic exhibit featuring chocolate skulls, sugar and traditional Mexican candies; along with concerts, workshops, street art, folklore and altars in tribute to the Day of the Dead.

As part of the tour, you will make a stop at the Alfeñique Museum, a venue dedicated to this traditional sweet treat used extensively in Day of the Dead celebrations.

This certainly is a unique chance to immerse yourself in the Day of the Dead celebration with all its rituals and traditions, through this amazing trip that unveils our culture from a local standpoint.