Frequently Asked Questions

1. When and where does Tierra de los Muertos 2025 take place?

The 5th Edition of Tierra de los Muertos takes place Friday–Sunday, October 24–26, 2025, across three breathtaking venues in Oaxaca & Mitla, Mexico:

• 🏛 Reforma 600 (Oaxaca City) — Opening Ceremony & Welcome Party (Friday)
• 🌵 La Fortaleza Fields (Mitla) — Main Festival & Sunset-to-Sunrise Celebration (Saturday)
• 🍽 Centro Gastronómico de Oaxaca — Decompression & Closing Party (Sunday)

Each venue celebrates life, death, and music through unique art, rituals, and sound.

2. Where can I buy my tickets?

🎟 Tickets are available through our official partners:

• Pesos Mexicanos
• Dolares

You’ll also find direct links on tierradelosmuertos.com.

3. Tickets & What’s Included

Choose from Day Passes, 3-Day Passes, VIP, or AAA All Access to design your perfect festival journey.

🎟️ Day Passes (Fri / Sat / Sun)

Perfect for those joining on a specific day.
Includes full access to that day’s venues, performances, art installations, and rituals.
🚌 Transportation, dinner, and wellness add-ons sold separately.

🗓️ 3-Day Passes (Fri–Sun)

The best value for the full Tierra experience.
Includes entry to all events across Oaxaca & Mitla, with access to music, art, wellness, and cultural activities throughout the weekend.
Add-ons and shuttles can be purchased during checkout.

🎫 General Admission (GA)

Includes:

• Access to all stages & performances
• Art & ritual installations
• Cultural & wellness areas (when available) 

🌟 VIP Pass

All GA benefits plus:

• Priority entry & dedicated check-in
• Access to the VIP Lounge with private bar
• Exclusive viewing areas
  🚫 Transportation to Mitla not included.

💎 AAA All Access (Premium)

The ultimate Tierra de los Muertos experience — luxury, comfort, and total access.
Includes:

• Private round-trip transport (Oaxaca ↔ Mitla) 🚌
• Open bar & premium culinary dinners 🍽️
• Curated wellness sessions 🧘
• Concierge support & private check-in 💼
• ✈️ (3-Day option) airport transfers 

AAA Options:

• AAA All Access Saturday + Open Bar
• AAA All Access Saturday + Open Bar + Wellness + Dinner
• AAA All Access 3-Day Pass + Open Bar (Final Release)
• AAA All Access 3-Day Pass + Open Bar + Wellness + Dinner
• AAA All Access 3-Day Pass w/ Private Transportation & Airport Transfers 

🚌 Only AAA Passes include private transportation to Mitla.

4. Are tickets limited? Why buy early?

Yes — capacity is limited, especially for Saturday in Mitla.
⏳ Ticket prices increase Friday 6 PM, and tiers sell out fast.
🎟️ Buy Tickets Now

5. Can I get a refund if I can’t attend?

All sales are final and non-refundable, unless the event is officially canceled.
However, tickets are transferable to another person.

6. Where do the official buses depart from?

🚌 Parque El Llano, Oaxaca City (across from La Casona del Llano).

Cost: $240 MXN (round trip, incl. fees)
Schedule: Departures start 1 hour before the event and run all night
Priority: Pre-purchased passes board first
Cash sales: Limited, subject to availability
Rules: No outside food or drinks

7. Is parking available?

🚗 Yes — limited parking in Mitla.
Buy your spot in advance under Add-Ons below.
Arrive early; spaces fill up quickly.

8. Add-Ons (Extras)

🚌 Bus Saturday Oax ↔ Mitla (Round Trip) — Add-On — Not a Ticket

Mex $240 (incl. fees)

🍽 Culinary Journey by Chef Alex Ruiz — Saturday 7 PM / 8 PM — Add-On — Not a Ticket

Mex $2,530 (incl. fees) — Final Release
(Early Bird & Tier 1 Sold Out)

🧥 Coat Check (Saturday) — Add-On — Not a Ticket

Mex $240 (incl. fees)

🧘 Wellness Experience (Saturday 5–7 PM) — Add-On — Not a Ticket

Mex $1,100 (incl. fees)

🎡 Ferris Wheel Ride (2 People, Saturday) — Add-On — Not a Ticket

Mex $140 (incl. fees)

🧘 Wellness Experience (Friday 3–5 PM @ Galería NN) — Add-On — Not a Ticket

Mex $1,100 (incl. fees)

🅿️ Parking Saturday (Limited) — Add-On — Not a Ticket

Direction: Centro, 70430 San Pablo Villa de Mitla, Oax., México
Mex $340 (incl. fees)

9. What should I bring?

✅ Valid government-issued ID
✅ Comfortable clothes & shoes
✅ Jacket (Mitla gets cold at night)
✅ Sunscreen
✅ 4×6 photo of loved ones for the festival altar
✨ Optional: Día de los Muertos attire or face paint

10. Can I bring my own food or drinks?

🚫 No outside food or drinks are allowed.

11. Will food & drinks be available inside?

Absolutely! Expect delicious Oaxacan food & cocktails throughout the venues:
🌮 Tlayudas 🌯 Tacos 🌭 Salchichas Alemanas 🍹 Mezcal & cocktails

12. Age Restriction

This is an 18+ event.
No minors allowed, even with an adult.
Valid photo ID is required for entry.

13. Security & Medical Services

✅ Professional security & crowd management
✅ Ambulance & first aid stations
✅ Medical staff on-site

14. I’m coming from abroad — what do I need?

Bring:

• Passport or valid photo ID
• Your festival ticket
• Required travel visa (if applicable)
  ✈️ Flights & hotels should be booked early — Oaxaca fills up during Muertos week. 

15. Recommended Hotels

Stay in 📍 Centro Oaxaca, Zócalo, Reforma, or San Felipe del Agua.
Limited rooms under the code “SET UNDERGROUND” are available at select partner hotels.
If attending only Saturday, book in Mitla.
🏨 Rooms are limited — reserve ASAP.

16. Where can I see the lineup?

🎧 tierradelosmuertos.com/lineup and official social channels for updates, set times, and stage details.

17. What makes La Fortaleza special?

An open-air venue surrounded by agave fields and Zapotec mountains — the spiritual heart of the festival.
It’s not inside the archaeological site but honors the sacred energy of Mitla (“Lyobaa” — Place of Rest).
✨ Expect an unforgettable night of music, ritual, and magic under the stars.

18. After purchasing your ticket

1️⃣ Check your email for your QR code.
2️⃣ Add your extras (bus, dinner, wellness, parking).
3️⃣ Book accommodation & transport early.
4️⃣ Follow @setunderground & @tierradelosmuertos for updates.

19. Travel Tips

• Plan ahead: Oaxaca sells out fast during Muertos week.
  
• Bring cash — some vendors don’t accept cards.
• Arrive early for buses & experiences.
• Respect the culture, locals, and the sacred land of Mitla. 

🎟️ October 24–26, 2025 — Oaxaca & Mitla, Mexico
A 3-day journey where life, death & music unite.
👉 Buy Your Tickets Now