Oaxaca Day of the Dead Running Experience in Mexico

Oct 27 to Nov 2, 2025

Oaxaca Day of the Dead Running Experience in Mexico
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Join us in this running expedition into the heart of the Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) festivities, a UNESCO “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity” and one of Mexico’s biggest and most widely known traditions; a celebration filled with vibrant colors, traditional “Cempasuchil” flowers and ancient rituals in one of Mexico’s most sought-after destinations.

This 7-day transformative running experience in Oaxaca includes breathtaking mountain runs, rejuvenating yoga sessions, traditional healing practices, delicious local Mexican cuisine, and immersive cultural workshops.

Highlights:

Immerse yourself in the vibrant celebration of Día de Muertos. Join a local family preparing an altar and enjoy a unique nocturnal experience in a traditional cemetery.

Embrace an immersive running adventure from the Sierra Norte to Oaxaca City, traversing ancient Zapotec trade routes and the breathtaking Oaxacan valleys.

Discover the fascinating world of Mezcal with an authentic palenque tour and tasting, and engage in cultural workshops and demonstrations with local artisans throughout the experience.

Take part in an authentic traditional Zapotec temazcal ceremony, a soulful experience rooted in ancient traditions.

Enjoy the flavors of authentic, world-renowned local cuisine throughout the entire experience.

Trip Length
7 Days, 6 Nights

Group Size
Max. 16 People

Activity Level
(2) Nature’s Rhythms (Intermediate):
Suited for outdoor enthusiasts of various levels.
Physical Activity: 4–6 hours daily
Distances: Run/Hike up to 10 miles / 16 km each day
Terrain: Varied, mostly non-technical single trail. With little to none exposure of serious falls.
Vertical Gain: Up to 3,000 ft / 900 m per day
Altitude: Up to 10,000 ft / 3,000 m

Distances:
Ranging daily from 8 to 16km

Weather

In late October and early November, the weather in the Sierra Norte of Oaxaca features cooler temperatures, with daytime highs ranging from 15° to 25° Celsius (59° to 77° Fahrenheit) and nighttime lows of 5° to 15° Celsius (41° to 59° Fahrenheit). This period marks a transition from the rainy season to drier conditions, leading to mostly clear skies.

In the Oaxaca Central Valleys, temperatures are mild and pleasant, with daytime highs of 20° to 30° Celsius (68° to 86° Fahrenheit) and nighttime lows of 10° to 20° Celsius (50° to 68° Fahrenheit), accompanied by a decrease in rainfall.

Oaxaca City experiences comfortable weather, with daytime temperatures ranging from 20° to 25° Celsius (68° to 77° Fahrenheit) and nighttime lows of 10° to 15° Celsius (50° to 59° Fahrenheit). As the city enters the dry season, rainfall decreases, offering visitors pleasant conditions for exploration.

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