With the aim of keeping Mexican traditions alive and honoring the memory of those who have passed away, the Mazatlán Municipal Institute of Culture, Tourism, and Art announced the 2025 Callejoneada, “Night of Hope,” a renewed and inclusive edition with a message of community unity, which will take place on Saturday, November 1st, in the heart of the Historic Center.
Mayor Estrella Palacios Domínguez and the Director of the Institute of Culture, Óscar García, held a press conference at Casa Haas, where they shared the details of the event, which has become one of the most anticipated celebrations on Mazatlán’s cultural calendar.
“It is a great pleasure to welcome you here to Casa Haas, a space that has been part of Mazatlán’s history, to present the 2025 Day of the Dead Callejoneada, a celebration that is already an essential part of our municipality,” said Mayor Palacios Domínguez.
“This year we will have more than 500 participants, including 200 students from the Municipal Center for the Arts, a source of pride for Mazatlán, and more than 300 external artists who are enthusiastically joining this celebration. All this effort reflects the creative spirit of our city,” he added.
The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. with the official opening at Casa Haas, where the exhibition “Roots and Traditions of Mexico” by Mazatlán artist Luis Antonio Ríos “Momo,” who is celebrating 15 years of creating Catrinas, will open.
This exhibition, which plays with edible art, will include skulls and pieces crafted with ingenuity and humor, as well as surprises for the public.
At 7:00 p.m., the public will be invited to a scenic tour of the Ángela Peralta Theater, where a tribute will be paid to departed souls through dance, theater, and music performances by students and teachers from the Municipal Center for the Arts and invited academies.
Finally, at 8:00 p.m., the highly anticipated Callejoneada will begin, winding its way along Constitución, Venus, Sixto Osuna, and Romanita de la Peña streets, before returning to Constitución.
Along the route, altars will be set up, musical performances will take place, dance troupes will perform, and various artistic displays will be featured.
During the presentation, Óscar García emphasized that this year’s Callejoneada aims to highlight the spiritual and communal significance of Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead), rather than excesses or festive elements that might distract from the true meaning of the holiday.
“We call it ‘Night of Hope’ because recognizing our impermanence invites us to reflect on what we can do today for our community and our traditions,” the official explained.
“Celebrating death is also celebrating life, and that’s why we wanted to give this year’s event a new twist. It will be a deeply family-oriented experience, full of art, respect, and community.”
García also clarified that, unlike previous years, the traditional treat usually consumed during the walk will not be distributed, a decision made to maintain the family-friendly focus of the event.
“There won’t be the treat that was given away in previous years. Anyone who wants to consume it will do so at their own discretion, but the event itself will be entirely family-oriented. The important thing is that everyone enjoys the art, the color, and the sense of community that this celebration represents,” he emphasized.
The director of the Institute of Culture acknowledged the work of the artists, teachers, and collaborators who have worked for weeks to make the event possible:
“What you will see on Saturday is the fruit of the intense work of the Municipal Center for the Arts and many local artists. Walking through the Historic Center transformed by the art of Momo and the efforts of our creators will be an unforgettable experience,” he noted.
The official added that the exhibition at Casa Haas will remain open beyond November 1st, so that locals and visitors can enjoy it throughout the Day of the Dead season. It will be on display for 20 days.
Free tickets for the parade will be available starting Thursday, October 30th at 9:00 a.m. at the Ángela Peralta Theater box office. The public is encouraged to arrive early, as space is limited.
During the parade, there will be performances featuring musical, dance, and theatrical presentations, as well as spaces dedicated to traditional altars designed by local artists, schools, and cultural groups.
With the 2025 Callejoneada, the Mazatlán Municipal Institute of Culture, Tourism, and Art reaffirms its commitment to preserving Mexican traditions and strengthening their cultural heritage.
Source: noroeste
