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Full Schedule, Parades, and Events<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

From October 29 to November 2, 2026, Ajijic will celebrate D\u00eda de Muertos (Day of the Dead) with Axixic Vive 2026<\/strong>, a cultural festival featuring live music, parades, traditional altars, art, and celebrations along the shores of Lake Chapala.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Under the theme “Embrace Your Roots,”<\/strong> this year’s festival invites everyone to remember loved ones who have passed away and experience the traditions that keep the community’s cultural heritage alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ajijic’s Main Plaza, downtown streets, and lakeside promenade will host a variety of activities for residents and visitors as part of Jalisco’s Festival de las Almas<\/em> (Festival of Souls).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wondering when to visit Ajijic, where to watch the parades, or what time the famous Wall of the Dead will be illuminated? This guide covers the festival’s highlights, dates, locations, and announced schedule so you can make the most of your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Is Axixic Vive 2026, and When Does It Take Place?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Axixic Vive is a Day of the Dead cultural festival held in Ajijic, a lakeside community in the municipality of Chapala, Jalisco, Mexico.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ajijic is officially recognized as a Pueblo M\u00e1gico<\/em> (Magical Town), a designation awarded by the Mexican government to destinations known for their cultural heritage, traditions, and distinctive character.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The festival brings together local artists, musicians, families, and community members to honor those who have passed away through traditional altars, photography exhibitions, dance, music, and cultural performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Main festival dates:<\/strong> Thursday, October 29, through Monday, November 2, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Opening event:<\/strong> Saturday, October 24, featuring an art exhibition opening at the Ajijic Cultural Center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Main locations:<\/strong> Ajijic Main Plaza, Col\u00f3n-Morelos pedestrian walkway, Ajijic Cultural Center, and the Malec\u00f3n (lakeside promenade).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Corn is one of the central symbols of this year’s festival, reflecting its deep connection to Mexico’s food traditions, cultural memory, and ancestral heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Five Highlights You Won’t Want to Miss at Axixic Vive 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you only have a limited amount of time to experience Day of the Dead in Ajijic, these five scheduled events are worth considering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Mariachi Parade \u2014 October 29 at 6:00 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy traditional Mexican mariachi music as musicians and participants make their way through the streets toward Ajijic’s beautiful lakeside promenade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Fiesta de las \u00c1nimas (Festival of Souls) \u2014 October 30 at 6:30 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inspired by Xantolo<\/em>, a traditional Day of the Dead celebration from Mexico’s Huasteca region, this performance is expected to feature 200 dancers parading through downtown Ajijic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Children’s Souls Parade (Desfile de Angelitos) \u2014 November 1 at 4:30 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A special procession honoring children who have passed away, reflecting the Mexican tradition of remembering departed children’s souls during D\u00eda de Muertos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Catrinas and Catrines Parade \u2014 November 2 at 6:00 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A colorful parade through Ajijic featuring elaborate costumes, artistic makeup, and traditional Day of the Dead characters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Catrinas<\/em> and Catrines<\/em> are elegantly dressed skeleton figures that have become iconic symbols of Mexico’s Day of the Dead celebrations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Lighting of the Wall of the Dead \u2014 November 2 at 8:00 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the festival’s special evening events will take place in front of the Church of San Andr\u00e9s Ap\u00f3stol, where Ajijic’s famous Wall of the Dead will be illuminated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And there’s much more to discover! The festival also includes traditional altars, children’s workshops, competitions, mariachi performances, folkloric dancing, and activities along the lakefront.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Axixic Vive 2026: Complete Schedule of Events by Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Below is the schedule announced in the festival’s general program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All times are local to Ajijic, Jalisco, Mexico (Central Standard Time, UTC-6).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saturday, October 24: Art Opens the Celebration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The festivities begin with a special cultural event ahead of the main festival dates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5:00 PM \u2014 Ajijic Cultural Center<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Opening of a collective Day of the Dead art exhibition and the photography exhibition La historia del Catr\u00edn y su guitarra<\/em> (The Story of the Catr\u00edn and His Guitar), by Paulina Sevilla.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thursday, October 29: Mariachi Music Takes Over Ajijic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

6:00 PM \u2014 Mariachi Parade (Maleconeada de Mariachi)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Music takes center stage as the parade begins at the intersection of 16 de Septiembre and Morelos streets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The procession will continue past the pier and along the lakeside promenade, ending at the basketball courts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s an opportunity to enjoy traditional mariachi music in one of Ajijic’s most recognizable settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Friday, October 30: Fiesta de las \u00c1nimas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

6:30 PM \u2014 Festival of Souls Inspired by Xantolo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program announces a performance featuring 200 dancers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The procession will begin on Parroquia Street and continue to the Main Plaza.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inspired by Xantolo, a traditional celebration associated with the Huasteca region of Mexico, this event introduces visitors to another cultural expression of D\u00eda de Muertos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunday, November 1: Traditional Altars, Art, Music, and the Children’s Souls Parade<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sunday’s program brings together a variety of activities at the Main Plaza and along the Col\u00f3n-Morelos pedestrian walkway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the Main Plaza:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n