Day of the Dead in Oaxaca
A 14-Day Community Celebration
You've probably seen the photos: marigolds stacked in the market, painted faces, a parade that doesn't stop until sunrise. Oaxaca's Día de los Muertos is the bucket-list celebration you have in mind.
At Co404, we invite you to experience the local version. Live here for a month with a community of 45 digital nomads, working by day and diving into tradition at night.
Check in before October 20th, get immersed in the weeks of build-up before the main celebrations, and arrive feeling like you understand what Día de los Muertos is all about — rather than being another tourist with a camera at the cemetery gate.
Pssst… If you're looking for the quieter version of Día de los Muertos, check out our house in San Cristóbal →
From 23,800 MXN/28 nights · 50% off full-month stays
Oaxaca rooms for Day of the Dead fill months in advance. We recommend booking before August. Check Availability
Why The World Comes Here
A 14-Day Community Celebration
Oaxaca is widely considered the spiritual home of Día de los Muertos in Mexico. While the holiday is celebrated across the entire country, Oaxaca's unique combination of pre-Hispanic Zapotec traditions, Spanish colonial heritage, and extraordinary artisan culture has elevated the celebration into something entirely unlike anything else in the world.
The state of Oaxaca sits at the crossroads of 16 distinct indigenous cultures — each contributing its own traditions. The result is a month-long festival encompassing marigold harvests, elaborate public altars, night-time cemetery vigils, costume parades, mezcal ceremonies, and street parties that last until dawn.
For digital nomads, Oaxaca during Day of the Dead is a rare opportunity: to be genuinely embedded in a world-class cultural event while maintaining a productive working routine. Co404 Oaxaca puts you within walking distance of everything.
The City Transforms
A Month of Art, Ritual & Celebration
Every mercado, church courtyard, and street corner fills with ofrendas. Local artisans sell hand-carved wooden skulls, intricate papel picado, and painted ceramics representing months of craft work.
The city's museums open major Day of the Dead exhibitions. Street processions — some with hundreds of costumed participants — wind through the historic centre nightly. The atmosphere is simultaneously festive and deeply moving.
None of this begins on November 1st. The full cultural experience builds throughout October, and the guests who arrive early experience a completely different — and richer — version of the celebration.
Co404 Oaxaca Programme
Our 14-Day Day of the Dead Itinerary
For the full experience, we strongly recommend you arrive on October 20th and stay through November 3rd to experience the full programme.
Make Your Día de Muertos Crown or Top Hat
Craft workshop: decorate your own flower crown or top hat with cempasúchil, ribbons and Día de Muertos details to wear throughout the celebrations. Materials included. Private (staff & guests).
Coco Movie Night
Screening of Coco with a mezcal shot and Mexican snacks (pan de muerto, candies, popcorn) — the perfect intro to the traditions of the next two weeks.
Day of the Workers Parade
Watch one of the season's first big parades pass right in front of the house — costumes, brass bands, giant puppets. Private (staff & guests).
Día de Muertos Family Dinner
The weekly family dinner with a Día de Muertos makeover: one long table, Mexican-inspired food, candles and cempasúchil.
Decorate Your Día de Muertos Skull
Two-hour workshop decorating your own colourful skull; includes a snack and two drinks. Finished skulls decorate the house. Private (staff & guests).
Marigold Field Photoshoot + Face Painting
Face painting at Co404 in the morning (assigned time slots), then a golden-hour departure to a cempasúchil field for a photoshoot — portraits, group shots and the big community photo.
Build the Día de Muertos Altar
Build the communal ofrenda together: send a photo of someone you'd like to remember beforehand, decorate their frame, and bring a small offering they loved. Traditions explained along the way.
Día de Muertos Family Dinner
One more big community dinner before the main celebrations — house fully decorated with flowers, skulls and the finished altar.
Cemetery Night Vigil
The flagship experience: food, a flower-field visit, and a real cemetery night vigil among thousands of candles. Private (staff & guests).
Face Painting + Día de Muertos Party
Face painting and pre-party at the house, then heading out into one of Oaxaca's wildest nights — parades, street parties, music. Entrance fees to venues not included.
Día de Muertos Brunch
The closing event: relaxed Mexican brunch (chilaquiles, pan de muerto, café de olla) to recover and swap stories. Private (staff & guests).
These events sell out and fill up. Secure your October spot now.
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Our Advice
Arrive Before October 20th
The single most common regret we hear from Day of the Dead guests is arriving too late. If you fly in on November 1st, you will see some of the celebrations — but you will miss the weeks of city-wide preparation that make the experience transformative rather than merely interesting.
The Co404 Day of the Dead programme begins October 20th. Our most popular events — the marigold field photoshoot, the sugar skull workshop, the ofrenda construction — cannot be recreated if you arrive later.
Minimum stay: 28 nights (October 1 – November 2)
50% discount for 28+ nights
Coliving & Coworking for Digital Nomads
Co404 was built for long-term travellers who want to work well, travel slow and never eat alone. And that's exactly how we've designed our Día de los Muertos experience.
You'll have a community of around 45 digital nomads to experience Oaxaca with, while still having everything you need to work remotely.
Our Workspace
Our Living Spaces
I've travelled for Day of the Dead twice before staying at Co404. Nothing compares to experiencing it as part of a community — the altar-building, the marigold field, the cemetery at midnight. This is the only way to do it.
Co404 is a magical place. They have so many different activities you can choose from (salsa classes, yoga on the roof, family dinners, group hikes, weekend trips and more!), the location is perfect, very central and walkable, and it attracts wonderful people. An amazing gem if nomadic life is calling to you! I will definitely be back in the future.
I spent two weeks at Co404 and had an amazing time! The staff and volunteers are super organized and accommodating to requests. The coworking is set up well with strong wifi and call booths. The excursions, events, and family dinners that the staff organizes was a huge plus! Located in the heart of Oaxaca, you can easily explore centro, or take a short walk to the colorful Jalatlaco. I would definitely stay again!
The only regret I have about staying at Co404 Oaxaca is that I wish I could have stayed longer. The hospitality was warm and accommodating. The location couldn't be better. The co-working space allowed me to do my day job in a relaxed yet professional environment. The room was comfortable. The common space was perfect. There were yoga, dance, cooking and exercise classes offered by the staff, guests and volunteers. And the best part was the people I met there. Everyone was super cool. Will be back.
Secure Your Spot
Rooms & Prices
We recommend arriving October 20th and staying through November 3rd to experience the full Día de los Muertos programme.
To secure your spot in Oaxaca, we ask for a 28-night minimum booking.
Looking for a shorter stay? Check out our Día de los Muertos package in San Cristóbal →
You're Booking More Than a Room
A front-row seat to Mexico's most famous celebration, inside a community of international remote workers experiencing it alongside you.
What's included
- ✓Accommodation for your chosen dates
- ✓Access to Co404 community events (many included, some at extra cost)
- ✓Coworking space access (daily)
- ✓High-speed dedicated internet
- ✓Shared kitchen and social spaces
Oaxaca · Day of the Dead Season Pricing
Oct 15 → Nov 12, 2026 · 28 nights · 50% monthly discount applied
Prices in MXN. USD shown for reference based on today's exchange rate (~17.0 MXN/USD). All payments are made in Mexican Pesos (MXN).
| Room type | Final (MXN) | USD approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Luxury Dorm w/ Ensuite (per bed) | 23,800 MXN | ~$1,401 |
| Private Single — Shared Bath | 32,200 MXN | ~$1,895 |
| Private Double — Shared Bath | 42,868 MXN | ~$2,523 |
| Private Double — Ensuite | 48,524 MXN | ~$2,856 |
| Private A/C Double — Ensuite | 56,980 MXN | ~$3,354 |
Includes 50% long-stay discount. 20% deposit confirms booking. 80% payable on arrival in Oaxaca.
50% off 28+ nights
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Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions — Oaxaca
When is Day of the Dead in Oaxaca?
We strongly recommend arriving before October 20th. The Co404 community events begin October 20th, and city-wide cultural events begin in mid-October. Arriving only on November 1st means missing the majority of the experience.
How long should I stay in Oaxaca for Day of the Dead?
For the complete experience, a minimum of 28 nights. Between October 20 and November 5 we hold a hard 28-night minimum stay for all Oaxaca bookings — many guests choose a full month for the 50% long-stay discount, turning it into a deep Oaxaca immersion.
Is Oaxaca crowded during Day of the Dead?
Yes — Oaxaca fills with both domestic Mexican travellers and international visitors. This creates an extraordinary atmosphere, but accommodation fills months in advance and restaurants get busier. Book as early as possible.
Can you work remotely in Oaxaca during Day of the Dead?
Absolutely. Co404 was designed for remote workers. Our coworking space is available every day, our internet is dedicated fibre, and rooms are quiet enough to work from. Most celebrations happen in the afternoons and evenings, so mornings are typically very productive.
How far in advance should I book accommodation for Day of the Dead in Oaxaca?
We recommend booking at least 3 months in advance. Looking at our own historical bookings for this period, guests typically book around 3 months (and often more) before check-in. Día de los Muertos is one of Oaxaca's busiest periods of the year, and accommodation across the city can sell out early. Co404 also has a limited number of rooms available during this period, and we regularly turn away guests who enquire in September or October.
What is the weather like in Oaxaca during Day of the Dead?
Oaxaca has warm, dry weather in October and November. Daytime temperatures are typically 25–28°C (77–82°F). Evenings are pleasant. Rain is very unlikely — it's the end of the dry season. Light layers are sufficient.
Are Co404 community events included during Day of the Dead?
Many Co404 community events during the season are included in your stay — workshop nights, community dinners, and guided activities. Some events (such as external festival entrance fees or transport) have a separate cost. We always communicate this clearly in advance.
Still have questions? WhatsApp us — or check availability directly.