Ánimas Iluminadas

Experience Ánimas Iluminadas as giant illuminated figures inspired by Yucatecan culture and the fine arts are brought to life at Parque de San Juan during Festival de las Ánimas.

Beginning at 6:00 PM on October 24, the park becomes a nighttime setting for these large-scale illuminated figures, creating a visual celebration connected to the traditions and imagery of Janal Pixán.

The figures draw inspiration from the cultural heritage of Yucatán as well as the world of the fine arts, offering visitors a chance to experience Festival de las Ánimas through light, sculpture, and public art. As evening falls, the illuminated figures create a different atmosphere in one of Mérida's traditional neighborhood parks.

For visitors exploring Mérida during Janal Pixán, Ánimas Iluminadas is a chance to see how contemporary artistic expression can connect with the cultural traditions surrounding this special time of year. It also offers an opportunity to…