November 2026 in Guanajuato: Día de Muertos (to Nov 2), Fiesta de las Iluminaciones (Nov 7 – Dec 4), the León International Balloon Festival (Nov 13–16) and the best tours and hotels.
November 2026 at a glance
| Event | Where | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Día de Muertos festival | Guanajuato Capital | Oct 28 – Nov 2 |
| Fiesta de las Iluminaciones | Guanajuato Capital | Nov 7 – Dec 4 |
| Festival Internacional del Globo | León (Parque Metropolitano) | Nov 13–16 |
| Virgen de Guadalupe preparations | Across the state | Late November into Dec 12 |
Día de Muertos (to November 2)
The first two days of the month are the core of Día de Muertos: the Ofrenda Monumental on the university steps, the Catrina parade, the Tapete de la Muerte and candlelit cemetery visits. Read the full Día de Muertos guide for the confirmed 2026 programme.
Fiesta de las Iluminaciones (November 7 – December 4)
The centro's churches, plazas and callejones are lit up for the season. It is the best time for evening walks after the crowds of October. See our Fiesta de las Iluminaciones guide.
León International Balloon Festival (November 13–16)
About 45 minutes from Guanajuato Capital, León hosts one of the world's largest hot-air balloon festivals, with dawn launches and night glows. Arrive before sunrise for the launches. Details on our Balloon Festival event page.
Tours worth booking in November
With cooler evenings and fewer crowds, November is ideal for a callejoneada, the mines and mummies circuit and a guided walk through the centro.
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Where to stay
Stay in Centro to walk to every event, or in León if the Balloon Festival is your main reason to visit. Compare options in our best hotels in Guanajuato City guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is November a good time to visit Guanajuato? Yes. Weather is dry and mild, Día de Muertos opens the month, and the Iluminaciones and León Balloon Festival follow, with lighter crowds than October.
What is the weather like in Guanajuato in November? Days are usually sunny and mild, nights cool. Bring a jacket for evenings.
How far is the León Balloon Festival from Guanajuato Capital? About 45 minutes by car, a bit more by bus. Launches start at dawn, so staying in León the night before makes it easier.
