Los Cabos Authorities Issue Official Guidelines For Enjoying Day Of The Dead Festivities

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Los Cabos wants you to enjoy Día de Muertos this year — just not at the expense of safety. We at The Cabo Sun are seeing local officials roll out a very specific set of rules for Nov. 1–2 visits to cemeteries and for any home altars you’re putting together, and honestly, they all make sense for a weekend when crowds, sun, and candles all mix together.

The municipal Civil Protection office is basically saying: celebrate, remember your loved ones, but do it smart.

What authorities are asking visitors to do

The Civil Protection Directorate is asking anyone visiting municipal cemeteries to leave the risky stuff at home — no alcoholic drinks, no narcotics, no sharp objects, and definitely no firearms.

They’re also reminding everyone to pick up their trash and to dress for Los Cabos weather (light clothing, closed-toe shoes, sunblock, hat) because even in late October/early November the sun can still bite.

If you read our recent coverage on how authorities step in ahead of weather events and beach hazards, it’s the same philosophy: prevention beats rescue. (See how the city just launched new environmental reporting tools to help after storms in our piece on Los Cabos Expecting More Storms This November: What Travelers Need To Know.)

Watch your step in the cemeteries

One detail that may sound small but is really important: officials are asking people not to walk on loose gravestones or lean on deteriorated structures.

Cemeteries in Los Cabos can get packed on Day of the Dead, and it only takes one cracked slab to send someone to the paramedics. That’s why the city is posting security personnel, paramedics, and cleaning crews on the busiest days — to keep things moving and to jump in quickly if there’s a fall or heat exhaustion.

If you’re building an altar at your Airbnb or rental

Civil Protection also slipped in guidance for travelers staying in rentals or condos and planning to build an ofrenda. Use candles in glass containers, place them on ceramic or metal plates with a little water, and blow them out before sleeping or leaving the property.

Plus, keep lighters and matches away from kids. This is Cabo — things dry out fast, and a small flame can escalate.

We’ve seen authorities all year remind visitors that small oversights can turn into “we need to call emergency services” moments. It’s the same energy as our guide on 5 Surprising Mistakes That Could Get You In Trouble On Your Cabo Vacation — none of these rules are to ruin the fun; they’re to make sure everyone gets home fine.

Hydrate, sunblock, repeat

Officials specifically mentioned staying hydrated and using sun protection during cemetery visits.

That may sound obvious, but remember: crowds move slowly, shade is limited, and you may be carrying flowers, candles, or food for the altar.

Combine that with a hot day and you have the perfect recipe for dizziness. We’ve said it before in our safety explainers and even in pieces about picking swimmable beaches — Cabo’s weather can sneak up on you, so plan like it’s still peak season.

Respect the tradition — and the space

Finally, the city is making a cultural ask: celebrate with respect. Keep music at reasonable levels, don’t block aisles or gates, and follow the instructions of staff on site. Día de Muertos in Los Cabos is a family-heavy tradition — locals visit loved ones, clean graves, and stay a while — so being a good guest means making space for that.

That’s totally in line with the way Los Cabos runs other high-attendance days (think storms, high surf, or holiday weekends) when authorities step in early to avoid chaos.

If you follow these guidelines, you’ll have what we all want this week: colorful altars, great photos, local flavor… and no emergency calls.