THE DAY OF THE DEAD
IN MEXICO,
NO ONE
TRULY EVER DIES
When our time comes, we turn into stories that soothe the heart, cherished memories that surface unannounced, and laughter laced with love and longing.
The Day of the Dead is a sacred thread between worlds, weaving the essence of those we’ve lost into the lives we still lead.
Every aspect of this tradition is a tender invitation to feel close again, with each altar dressed in handpicked details as exceptional and meaningful as the lives they celebrate.
This time of year reminds us that farewells are never final.
So long as we’re remembered—our name spoken, our presence missed—the soul will always find its way back home.
DISTINCTIVE
HERITAGE
CELEBRATIONS
LIGHTS OF THE SOUL
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31 CENOTE, 6:00 P.M.
Light a candle and take a quiet moment to honor someone you miss.
Share a few heartfelt words and let the stillness and soft glow of the evening remind you of the beauty of being here.
PAINT CATRINAS
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1 MAIN HOUSE DINING ROOM, 3:00 P.M.
Calaveritas and catrinas, representative symbols of the Day of the Dead, adorn our faces with their characteristic smile.
Be part of this tribute that teaches us to accept death as the last step of life — one that, in its due time, is received with joy.
AN ANCESTRAL TRADITION: DAY OF THE DEAD ALTARS
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1 LANTERN TREE, 6:00 P.M.
Flowers, candles, and flavors that awaken memory. This is how a warm welcome is given when the guests of honor come from beyond.
Let the altars of Chablé invite you to savor the past and appreciate the present.
CATRINAS PARADE
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1 FIREFLY GARDEN, 7:00 P.M.
The spirit of folk art also comes to life on these dates. The traditional catrinas, inspired by the art of José Guadalupe Posada, star in this night of celebration.
Walk with them on a tour that reminds us of the beauty of our culture.
MUCBIPOLLO
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2 MAYAN KITCHEN. PREPARATION 10:00 A.M. / TASTING 3:00 P.M.
Discover the secrets behind a traditional dish that represents death and resurrection in the Hanal Pixán.
Visit our Aunts — the traditional cooks of Chablé — and immerse yourself in the essence of this Mayan offering made with slow fire and a lot of heart.
HANAL PIXÁN PROCESSION
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2 WHITE ARCH PATH TO MAYAN CASITAS, 6:00 P.M.
Experience the intimate act of lighting the Pixán's path — the soul for the Mayans — so it returns safely home.
In this moving tribute, we rescue elements rooted in an ancient tradition to celebrate the eternal bond between the living and the dead.
EXPLANATION OF HANAL PIXÁN ALTARS
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2 MAYAN CASITAS, 6:30 P.M.
Connect with the true meaning of the Day of the Dead offering in the “meal of the souls”: the Hanal Pixán. Explore each element of the altar for a deeper understanding of its symbolism and spiritual purpose.
We will explain how fire, corn, flowers, and aromas become ancestral bonds that weave paths between planes of existence.
CANDLE FACTORY
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31 KIDS CLUB, 11:00 A.M.
In this fun workshop, we’ll make mini candles to help light the way for our spirit friends to find the altar!
SUGAR SKULLS AND PUMPKINS
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31 KIDS CLUB, 03:00 P.M.
Decorate these seasonal figures and discover the differences between the magic of Halloween and the tradition of the Day of the Dead.
PAPEL PICADO
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1 KIDS CLUB, 11:00 A.M.
Together we will make banners and figures to brighten the altar. Let's fill them with lots of color and details.
CREATIVE SUGAR SKULLS
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1 KIDS CLUB, 03:00 P.M.
Make your own sugar skull with dough and recycled materials. It's time to use our imagination!.
MOVABLE SUGAR SKULLS
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2 KIDS CLUB, 10:00 A.M.
Bring to life and movement fun cardboard sugar skulls inspired by our traditions.
KIDS
THEMED DINNERS
“CELEBRATION OF LIFE”
OCTOBER 31 TO NOVEMBER 2
IXI'IM, Starting at 6:30 P.M.
The Day of the Dead honors the past — but in Mayan, it’s all about living here, now.
Slow down and take in the moment and allow flavors to tell stories as you enjoy a four-course dinner crafted by Chef Luis Rázon.
This extraordinary culinary experience goes beyond simply recreating recipes of the past.
At Chablé, we reimagine our culinary heritage, turning it into moments that speak for themselves.
Let yourself be drawn into the flavors, the bounty of the land, and the warmth of those gathered beside you in this soulful culinary rendezvous.
ANCESTRAL
REMEDIES
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2
WELLNESS CENTER, CENOTE SPA, 11:00 A.M.
For Hanal Pixán, ceremonial cacao, champurrado, and tlascalate turn into elixirs of timeless wisdom.
Raise a cup to the sacred with these Mesoamerican drinks that carry the spirit of our abundant soil and the memory of those who came before us.
