El Día de los Muertos: Day of the Dead in Haarlem
Sunday 1 November: a colourful Mexican Day of the Dead celebration on De Witstraat — music, dance, market and workshops.
Written by Sanne de Ridder
Why this matters in Haarlem
On Sunday 1 November Haarlem celebrates El Día de los Muertos — Mexico’s Day of the Dead. At De Witstraat 1A (near De Kamp / DeDAKKAS) the street turns into a lively meeting spot with music, dance, crafts and food. The municipality granted a permit for 12:00–23:00.
What to expect
The announced programme includes:
- Traditional music and dance
- Arts and crafts market
- Workshops about the meaning of Día de los Muertos
- Mexican food and drinks
Everyone is welcome. Check on site or online whether entry is free — that isn’t clearly stated everywhere yet.
Practical
- When: Sunday 1 November 2026, 12:00–23:00
- Where: De Witstraat 1A, 2011 DV Haarlem
- More: Haarlem Courant
