Experience it to the fullest! This November 1 and 2, Tulum’s Hotel Zone will fill with magic, color, and tradition for the second edition of Janal Pixan: “The Gathering of Traditions.” Join an unforgettable celebration that brings together the Maya worldview and Mexico’s art and culture, with Colombia and Brazil as special guest countries. Enjoy an exceptional artistic and cultural programme:

Tradition and Color: Follow the traditional Path of the Souls, admire the impressive altar route, and discover the beautiful exhibition of xoloitzcuintles.

Rhythm and Performance: Enjoy musical and stage performances by Escuela EducARTE and the folk dance groups Tulum Fiesta Mexicana, Amaite, and Alma Jaranera, along with the unique energy of the ritual capoeira roda presented by Colectivo de Capoeira Tulum.

Competitions and Creativity: Experience the excitement of the Bicicatrinas bicycle ride at Plaza Hunab, the recycled Catrina costume competition, the runway show, and the best Catrina and Catrín transformations.

Art and Flavor: Explore the art exhibition, browse regional handicrafts, and enjoy a wide selection of food showcasing the best of our traditional cuisine.

Get ready, put on your makeup, and come celebrate with us to keep the traditions that unite us alive!

IN TULUM…… We embrace once again.

Janal Pixan · 2nd Edition · Tulum Hotel Zone

1. Introduction and Event Description:

In Tulum, “WE EMBRACE ONCE AGAIN”

The second edition of Janal Pixan will take place on November 1 and 2 in Tulum’s Hotel Zone. Organized by Comité Nohoch Tunich in coordination with CANIRAC Tulum, the event brings together a shared effort to significantly strengthen the festival’s culinary offerings. This gathering connects our region’s profound Maya worldview with the cultural richness, art, and traditions of Mexico, celebrating the blending of traditions and respectfully honoring our ancestors.

THE GATHERING OF TRADITIONS

NOHOCH TUNICH ORGANIZING COMMITTEE:

Arena, Amira District, Papaya Playa Project, Azulik, La Milpa, Itzamna, Chahuites, Hotel La Conchita, Hotel Punta Piedra, Pot heads/Tunich, Hotel Posada del Sol, Boccanera, Mi Vida, Centro Cambiario Premier, Heladeria Velvet, Hotel Maria del Mar, Boheme, Punta a Punta, Hotel Piedra Escondida, Blue Venado, Hacienda Medina, El Tábano, Mateos, Hotel Zamas, MexiDivers.

2. The Private Sector, Educational Institutions, and Partnerships with All Three Levels of Government:

This major event is made possible by a shared commitment and an extensive network of community collaboration. The participation of the private sector is essential, including Grupo Malinche, Escuela EducARTE, Fideicomiso de Promoción Turística y desarrollo económico de Tulum, Visit Tulum, MEXICO ESTA DE MODA, Plaza Hunab, AMEXME Tulum, Fundación TUSERES, Consejo Coordinador Empresarial Tulum, Sindicato de Taxistas Tiburones del Caribe, Tulumination Studio, Golden Riviera Land, Cenote Yaxmuul, Xieltun, Danza con raíces ancestrales Chac Mool MX, Colegio Inglés de Tulum, Rox Imagen Dental, Universidad Tecnológica de Tulum, Cecyte, Centro Universitario Inglés, grupo de folclor regional AMAITE, grupo de folclor mexicano Fiesta Mexicana Tulum, Grupo de folclor Alma Jaranera proyecto rescate, Asociación de Hoteles de Tulum, La Casa Morada, Equinoccio art gallery, Hotel Motto by Hilton, Grupo Cultural Xochikiauiitl, Ancestral Jungle Bar, Grupo Zamna, Fundacion Mujeres de Tulum, Cruz Roja Delegación Tulum, Colectivo de Capoeira, Hola Tulum, Cronista Hugo Villagomez, Go Productions, Las consentidas, Fundación Letras Itinerantes, Ajal.

These efforts are complemented by the invaluable support of all three levels of government:

Federal Level (Tren Maya): We have valuable support to offer a promotional code and a preferential fare on Tren Maya tickets, making it easier for visitors from across the region to attend.

State Level: We appreciate the strong support of state institutions in publicizing and officially promoting the festival, attracting visitors interested in responsible cultural tourism.

Municipal Level (Tulum Municipal Government): We recognize the openness and cooperation of the municipal authorities, the Communications Department, and the Traffic, Public Safety, Civil Protection, and Culture departments. They have provided institutional support with permits, logistics, traffic management, and safety to ensure an orderly, family-friendly event.

3. Transportation and an Invitation to Join Us:

To make attendance easier for everyone and ensure affordable transportation, we have established an important agreement with Sindicato de Taxistas “Tiburones del Caribe” to provide a direct route from Avenida Tulum to the roundabout at Parque del Jaguar, with a preferential fare of 10 pesos. Join us on November 1 and 2 to celebrate our roots together and keep the traditions that unite us alive!

The Heart of the Festival

(Activities and Programme):

Bicicatrinas Registration and Number Assignment

DATE: November 1
LOCATION: PLAZA HUNAB
TIME: 3:30 PM
DURATION: 1 HOUR
ORGANIZED BY: Plaza Hunab, Hotel Motto by Hilton/Fundacion TUSERES.

Bicicatrinas Bicycle Ride Start

DATE: November 1
LOCATION: PLAZA HUNAB
TIME: 4:30 PM
DURATION: 45 minutes
ORGANIZED BY: Plaza Hunab, Hotel Motto by Hilton/Fundación TUSERES

The Threshold of Xibalba

DATE: November 1
LOCATION: LA MILPA
TIME: 5:15 PM
DURATION: 45 minutes
ORGANIZED BY: NOHOCH TUNICH/EDUCARTE

Sacred Walk (Songs and Prayers)

DATE: November 1
LOCATION: LA MILPA–PUNTA PIEDRA
TIME: 6:00 PM
DURATION: 25 minutes
ORGANIZED BY: NOHOCH TUNICH

Welcoming the Souls

DATE: November 1
LOCATION: PUNTA PIEDRA
TIME: 6:30 PM
DURATION: 15 minutes
ORGANIZED BY: NOHOCH TUNICH

Ritual Capoeira Roda

DATE: November 1
LOCATION: PUNTA PIEDRA
TIME: 7:00 PM
DURATION: 45 minutes
ORGANIZED BY: NOHOCH TUNICH/COLECTIVO CAPOEIRA TULUM

Altar Route and Food Tasting

DATE: November 1
LOCATION: ZAMAS–PAPAYA PLAYA
TIME: 7:00–7:45 PM
DURATION: 45 minutes
ORGANIZED BY: NOHOCH TUNICH

Bici Catrinas Awards Ceremony

DATE: November 1
LOCATION: MARIA DEL MAR
TIME: 8:15 PM
DURATION: 30 minutes
ORGANIZED BY: NOHOCH TUNICH/TUSERES/PLAZA HUNAB/HOTEL MOTTO BY HILTON

Makeup Stations

DATES: November 1 and 2
LOCATION: PAPAYA–ZAMAS
TIME: 4:00–7:00 PM
DURATION: 3 HOURS
ORGANIZED BY: NOHOCH TUNICH

Art Exhibition

DATES: November 1 and 2
LOCATION: BLUE VENADO
TIME: 4:00–10:00 PM
DURATION: 6 HOURS
ORGANIZED BY: NOHOCH TUNICH

Altar Exhibition

DATES: November 1 and 2
LOCATION: PAPAYA–ZAMAS
TIME: ALL DAY
DURATION: ALL DAY
ORGANIZED BY: NOHOCH TUNICH

Regional Handicrafts Sale from the Maya Region

DATES: November 1 and 2
LOCATION: BLUE VENADO
TIME: 4:00–10:00 PM
DURATION: 6 HOURS
ORGANIZED BY: BLUE VENADO/AMEXME/ARTISANS

Catrina Runway Show

DATE: November 1
LOCATION: ZAMAS
TIME: 9:00 PM
DURATION: 1 HOUR
ORGANIZED BY: ZAMAS/VISIT TULUM/FIDEICOMISO PROMOCIÓN TURÍSTICA

Xoloitzcuintle Exhibition

DATE: November 1
LOCATION: HOTEL PIEDRA ESCONDIDA
TIME: 9:00 PM
DURATION: 30 minutes
ORGANIZED BY: PIEDRA ESCONDIDA

Best Catrina and Catrín Transformation

DATE: November 1
LOCATION: BOCCANERA/POTHEADS/MI VIDA/LA CONCHITA
TIME: 9:00 PM
DURATION: 1 HOUR
ORGANIZED BY: BOCCANERA/POTHEADS/MI VIDA/LA CONCHITA

Catrina Fashion Show

DATE: November 1
LOCATION: VILLAS MEDINA
TIME: 9:00 PM
DURATION: 1 HOUR
ORGANIZED BY: GO PRODUCTION/VILLAS MEDINA

Recycled Catrina Costume Competition

DATE: November 1
LOCATION: EL TABANO
TIME: 9:00 PM
DURATION: 1 HOUR
ORGANIZED BY: EL TABANO/LAS CONSENTIDAS

Literary Calaveras

LOCATION: LA MILPA
TIME: 5:00 PM
DURATION: 1 HOUR
ORGANIZED BY: LA MILPA

Competitions 2026

Bici Catrinas Competition

November 1 · Plaza Hunab

Registration and number distribution at 2:00 PM, competition at 4:00 PM, awards ceremony at 4:30 PM, and departure of the bicycle ride towards the Hotel Zone at 5:00 PM. Children’s category (up to 12 years old) and adults’ category (ages 13 and over). Free registration.

Literary Calaveritas Competition

November 2 · Restaurante La Milpa · 5:00 PM

Share an original calaverita poem and enter the children’s category (up to 12 years old) or adults’ category (ages 13 and over). Participants must attend in costume and makeup. Free registration.

Best Catrina and Catrín Transformation

Hotel Zone · Meet at 9:00 PM · Runway show at 9:30 PM

Participate with a creative look of your choice or a traditional regional look. Children and adults may participate, with prizes for the top three places in each category. Free registration.

Recycled Catrina Costume Competition

November 1 · Hotel Zone · 7:00 PM

Create a Catrina-inspired costume using recycled materials. In-person registration from 6:00 to 6:45 PM. Children’s, youth, and adults’ categories. First place will receive a recognition award and $1,000 MXN. Free registration.

Day of the Dead Fashion Show

November 1 · 9:00 PM

A showcase of clothing from Tulum boutiques and artistic makeup with rhinestones, presented in collaboration with the Las Consentidas programme on 89.3 FM.

Tulum’s Best Pan de Muerto Competition

November 1 · Hotel Zone, from 5:00 PM
November 2 · Tren Maya Station, from 12:00 PM

Local bakeries may offer tastings and sales. The judges will evaluate flavor, texture, and traditional presentation. The awards ceremony will take place on November 2 at 5:00 PM at the Tren Maya Station. Free registration.

Makeup Artist Participation

November 1 · Hotel Zone, from 5:00 PM
November 2 · Tren Maya Station, from 12:00 PM

An invitation to local makeup artists who wish to offer Catrina and Catrín makeup services to participants and visitors. Free registration until October 17.

Tulum Xoloitzcuintle Exhibition

November 1 · Hotel Zone

Discover the ancestral dog and spiritual guide of Mexican tradition. An exhibition will take place during the festival, with individual presentations at 9:00 PM.

Concursos 2026

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