La Laguna Expands Cemetery Services and Cultural Programming for All Saints' Day
The City Council of La Laguna is hosting a series of cultural performances, guided heritage tours, and extended visiting hours across its five cemeteries to commemorate All Saints' and All Souls' Day.
La Laguna is transforming how it manages its cemeteries this year, moving beyond simple administration to offer a meaningful cultural experience. The City Council has announced a special plan for the All Saints' and All Souls' Day holidays, featuring extended opening hours at the municipality's five cemeteries: San Juan Bautista, San Luis, Valle de Guerra, Tejina, and Punta del Hidalgo.
Running from October 26 to November 2, this initiative aims to accommodate the high number of visitors expected during the first week of November. Mayor Luis Yeray Gutiérrez highlighted the importance of these traditions to the local community, while Councilwoman Cristina Ledesma described the program as a way to encourage reflection and remembrance.
The highlight of the cultural schedule is the "By Candlelight" recital series, featuring intimate piano and vocal performances. These will take place in all five cemeteries on October 31, creating a peaceful space for contemplation. The performance will also be held at the Leal Theatre on November 1. Additionally, the city will host "The Bridge of Memories," a show inspired by Mexican Day of the Dead traditions and modern storytelling.
Traditional religious services remain a key part of the schedule, with Masses planned for November 1 and 2 across the various cemeteries. Furthermore, the city is continuing its guided heritage tours of the San Juan Bautista cemetery, which has been a designated Property of Cultural Interest since 2000. These tours, which began in mid-October, highlight the site’s historical, artistic, and architectural significance, reflecting the Council’s ongoing efforts to preserve and share the city’s funeral heritage.