It’s fall in the blink of an eye! In addition to Halloween and Day of the Dead, there will be many activities and experiences that will make you enjoy this season to the fullest. Pay attention as we tell you our monthly guide that will help you know what to do in Monterrey during October 2024.
1. Don’t miss the last days of FIC Monterrey
At the beginning of the month you can still enjoy the last of the city’s most important film festival. Check out everything you can enjoy at the Monterrey International Film Festival.
Until October 2
Different schedules
Different prices
Various venues
2. Carve a pumpkin at the Pumpkin Patch San Pedro
Summer ends and all things autumn dominate the city. You can’t miss Mexico’s unique pumpkin festival. There will be pumpkin carving, an exciting maze, an interactive farm, delicious food and much more, a must do in Monterrey this September!
Until October 20th
Friday to Sunday from 2:00 to 11:00 p.m. From $200 pesos
Live Gardens
3. Enjoy the 39th Metropolitan Contemporary Dance Encounter.
The best of Nuevo León’s modern dance awaits you. The Teatro del Centro de las Artes will be filled with movement, light and sound with this incredible dance festival.
From October 3 to 10
Schedule to be confirmed To be confirmed
Gran Sala del Teatro de la Ciudad and the Teatro del Centro de las Artes
4. Hunt for the undead at Zombie Season.
Would you dare to hop on a Monster Bus that will take you to a world full of hungry zombies? You will be armed with a paintball gun and your mission is to survive.
From October 3rd to 12th
Schedule to be confirmed Starting at $403 pesos
Mobil Super Stadium Esplanade
5. Take your family to the Pumpkin Dash 2024
A family-friendly event to celebrate the arrival of fall, at Pumpkin Dash you can get lost in a corn maze, throw an axe, decorate a pumpkin, visit an interactive Day of the Dead area, and even have a nice wine in the adult area. Some days they have shows for kids, so check the line-up!
Starting October 3
Schedules to be confirmed From $270 pesos
Parque 212, Carretera Federal 85, Sin Nombre de Colonia 50, Mexico, Nuevo León, Mexico
6. Stimulate your senses at Dining in the Dark: Cena a Ciegas at Härth Hilton Monterrey.
Get out of the routine and stimulate your senses by dining blindfolded! This fun and original plan is perfect to enjoy with friends, as a couple or with your whole family.
October 4th and 18th At 8:30 pm Your tickets are hereHarth in Hilton Monterrey (Ave Fundadores, C.P 1000 Col, Valle del Mirador)
7. Get your groove on at the Cucucucumbia Festival
Finally an event that will put your best dance moves to the test! There will also be some wrestling so it will be a night full of cumbia and ching4d4zos.
Saturday October 5th
Schedules to be confirmed Starting at $150 pesos
Apparatus Container
8. Last days of the Monterrey International Book Fair.
This is one of the most important cultural fairs in the north of Mexico, where you will find: activities for children and teenagers, dialogues, conversations and books with good offers. You will still be able to enjoy the latest!
Until October 6th
Different schedules Free admission
Cintermex
9. Break the diet at Como Comí Week.
For 10 days you can enjoy different special dishes at different prices, but don’t trust that it will be for a limited time! We recommend you keep an eye on social media to find out which restaurants are participating and the prices available.
From October 10 to 20, 2024
Schedules to be defined Different Costs
Different venues
10. Sing at the Heineken Silver Live Out 2024
Artists such as Gwen Stefani, One Republic, The Hives, The War on Drugs, Nicki Nicole and more await you at this eighth edition of the festival.
October 12, 2024
Schedules to be defined Different Costs
Fundidora Park
11. Be amazed at We call it Flamenco: A Unique Spanish Dance Show
A must-do in Monterrey this October! This event will be full of castanets and colorful polka dot dresses that will make you feel like you are somewhere in Spain. A unique 4-act show awaits you that you will love.
October 19th
At 7:00 pmYour tickets are here
Teatro Nova (Avenida del Bosque 139, Cuauhtémoc, San Nicolás de los Garza, 66450)
12. Go with your furry one to the Spooky Edition of the San Pedro Street & Food Market.
The themed edition of this outdoor market awaits you, where you’ll find more than 120 exhibitors offering all kinds of products, plus it’s pet friendly!
October 19th and 20th
From 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm Free admission
Rufino Tamayo Park
13. Marvel at the Santa Lucia International Festival 2024
This edition of the Santa Lucia Festival will be a little shorter, so you won’t want to miss out on everything that will take place. This event is dedicated to promoting the culture and arts of the state of Nuevo León, a must-do in Monterrey this October!
October 19 to November 3
To be confirmed Free admission
To be confirmed
14. Exploit your creativity in Neon Brush: fluorescent painting workshop in the dark.
Can you imagine immersing yourself in a dark and magical environment illuminated with neon lights while you paint whatever your inspiration dictates? You can enjoy a beer or a drink while you flow with the art. The artistic plan of the agenda of things to do in Monterrey this October.
October 24, 25 and 26
At 6:30 pm and 8:45 pm Your tickets are here
Casa Morelos (José María Morelos 880, Downtown, Monterrey, 64000)
15. Relive your favorite songs at Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay
Oh mamma mia, mamma mia, mamma mia, mamma mia, let me go! Can you imagine being able to listen to your favorite Queen songs live performed by incredible musicians and by candlelight? You’ll enjoy Yellow, Fix You, Paradise, Viva la Vida, The Scientist and more.
October 25th At 7:00 p.m. Your tickets are hereMARCO (Juan Zuazua, Padre Raymundo Jardón y, Centro, Monterrey, N.L.)16. Enjoy the spooky Candlelight: The best of Halloween and Day of the Dead.
The must-do in Monterrey this October! You can enjoy the classics that have made our hair stand on end by candlelight at this seasonal-themed Candlelight.
October 25th
At 9:00 pm Your tickets are here
MARCO (Juan Zuazua, Padre Raymundo Jardón y, Centro, Monterrey, N.L.)
16. Have a few drinks at the Mezcal Fest Monterrey 2024
What’s in store for this edition besides the various live music concerts? More than 40 mezcal, tequila, sotol and raicilla producers from all over Mexico. There will be tastings, pairings, mixology and even an interactive museum.
October 26th
From 1:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. From $480 pesos per person
Nave Lewis at Fundidora Park
17. Try something different at Dining in the Dark: A Blindfolded Dinner
Stimulate your senses by eating blindfolded, you will see how the taste and aroma of your dishes intensify. An experience you must try at least once in your life! And don’t worry about the menu, as there are three possibilities including meat, seafood or vegan options.
October 29th
At 8:30 pm
Your tickets are here
Mar del Zur (Avenida José Vasconcelos 150 PB, Del Valle, San Pedro Garza García)