An ideal weekend Mexico getaway overlooking the beautiful blue Pacific Ocean and miles of golden sand, is at the luxury Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita. To kick off Día de los Muertos, the resort is celebrating Catrinas Fest. This three-day fiesta starts on November 1 to 3, 2024, with vibrant Mexican traditions. There are festive exclusive dinners, special decorations, cocktail parties led by renowned mixologists, and cooking demonstrations led by award-winning chefs. Experience the cultural enlightening events, music and family-friendly activities for all ages.

“We proudly honour Día de Los Muertos with an epicurean journey through the traditions of Mexico, along with cultural experiences and workshops that are rooted in rich Mexican tradition and heritage,” shared John O’Sullivan, Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita. “We are fortunate to welcome incredible Mexican talent to the hotel for the weekend, allowing our visitors to truly immerse in culturally rich cuisine of the country, to nicely complement an array of visual and experiential programming that celebrates and respects the spirit of the holiday that celebrates life, family, and friendship.”

Savour the Celebration

Executive Chef Jorge González of Dos Catrinas will prepare exciting Mexican dishes alongside notable visiting chefs, that include Chef Richard Sandoval, James Beard Semi-Finalist Carlos Galana of Michelin-recognized Guzina Oaxaca in Mexico City, and Chef Jose Miguel Garcia of Espantapájaros and La Barraca in Mexico City.

Kick off the holiday weekend on Nov. 1, during Tertulia Night with a multi-station dinner at Dos Catrinas. Professional makeup artists will have an area to paint a traditional Mexican Dia de los Muertos face. Festivities include stilt walkers, and performances from local musicians.

The following day is a Barbacoa demonstration at Cuevas Beach at 6:30 p.m. This local indigenous tradition of slow-cooking a whole animal over a pit oven, will have the chefs of the Resort demonstrate the preparation of the meat, how they marinate the meat with agave leaves, and garnished with onion and cilantro. Complimentary tastings are available, and guests of Dos Catrinas will be able to enjoy more of the prepared meat as a main course item.

Día de Muertos Dinner 

On Saturday, November 2 at  Dos Catrinas, guests can reserve a table for a multi-course dinner experience. Guest chefs will present their own course on the menu, to showcase their individual creativity and expertise. The dinner will be accompanied by performances from local musicians. 

Clase Azul Mez Bar Takeover 

After dinner, on November 2, guests are invited to enjoy a nightcap at the upbeat MEZ bar. Mexico’s beloved tequila brand Clase Azul is collaborating with celebratory decorations and a unique, signature Día de Los Muertos bottle. Sip some of the innovative cocktails, and try one or more of the 70 varieties of mezcal. Live music enhances this fiesta throughout the evening.  

La Vida Brunch 

Enjoy Sunday Brunch on November 3 at Dos Catrinas before your flight home. From 10 am to 2 pm, this ultimate Sunday brunch buffet displays traditional barbacoa, chilaquiles, a raw bar, Mexican pastries, freshly made omelets and pancakes, and the signature Bloody Catrinas morning beverage. Live music from a marimba duo will entertain guests throughout the brunch.

Cooking Classes 

Throughout the celebratory weekend the resort is hosting informative classes led by the culinary team, where guests will learn how to prepare traditional Mexican dishes at home.

Cultural Workshops

The Resort will also be offering an array of culturally-inspired experiences in the property’s Cultural Center, led by the Resort’s very own Cultural Concierge, to honor and celebrate the holiday. Learn how to create traditional Mexican crafts, such as a Catrina headpiece. Attend a makeup workshop and take a sugar skull or a cold porcelain skull decorating workshop.

Embrace the essence of Dia de los Muertos through cuisine, cocktails, crafts, colorful festive altars and music at the Four Seasons Punta Mita.