Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita is bringing Catrinas Fest back from October 30 to November 1, 2026 as a three-day celebration of Día de Muertos. The programme combines food, performance, family activities and remembrance within the oceanfront Riviera Nayarit resort.
This year’s culinary programme is anchored by an all-female guest-chef lineup drawn from across Mexico. The resort is using the festival to connect contemporary Mexican cooking with ancestral traditions rather than treating Día de Muertos as decoration alone.
Women chefs lead the culinary programme
Guest chefs from cities including Mexico City and Tijuana shape the weekend’s dining events. Their work reflects the growing influence of women who are reviving native ingredients and training a new generation of Mexican culinary talent.
That makes the festival relevant beyond the holiday itself. It becomes a snapshot of how modern Mexican gastronomy is evolving while remaining connected to regional traditions.
Remembrance remains central
A community altar is part of the programme, maintaining the personal and commemorative character of Día de Muertos. Live performances and family activities sit around that central idea rather than replacing it.
For international visitors, the structure offers a more respectful way to encounter the tradition. Celebration and remembrance are presented as complementary parts of the same weekend.
The Pacific setting changes the atmosphere
Punta Mita’s oceanfront environment gives the festival a resort rhythm that differs from urban celebrations. Guests can move between beach time, dining and cultural programming without leaving the property.
That convenience can make the event attractive to families and groups with different interests. It also gives visitors time to engage with the programme without building every hour around transport.
Food becomes a route into culture
Chef-led dining is an accessible way for travellers to understand regional ingredients and traditions. A strong culinary programme can turn a festive stay into something more informative and memorable.
For LYG readers cruising Mexico’s Pacific coast, the dates provide a clear reason to plan a shore-based extension. Catrinas Fest offers culture, food and hospitality in one concentrated weekend.
