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Halloween & Día de los Muertos 2026
News - 30/04/2026
Halloween at Parrot World, your zoo near Disneyland Paris
This fall, celebrate Halloween at Parrot World with “El Día de los Muertos”: skeletons take over the park and a new Mexican fairground village awaits. Just 20 minutes from Disneyland Paris (about 40 minutes from central Paris), from October 3 to November 29, 2026 — fun for the whole family.
This fall, Parrot World, the immersive wildlife park just 20 minutes from Disneyland Paris, is getting a Halloween makeover. To celebrate Día de los Muertos, discover colorful skeletons along the Amazonia Trek and our brand-new Mexican fairground village.
Day of the Dead: Parrot World Transforms for All Saints' Day
💀💐 Happy Day of the Dead! 💐💀
This fall, Parrot World, the immersive wildlife park near Paris, is getting a Halloween makeover. To celebrate Día de los Muertos, discover colorful skeletons along the Amazonia Trek and our brand-new Mexican carnival village.
From October 3 to November 29, 2026, experience a colorful, festive, family-friendly celebration—never scary.
Visiting Disneyland Paris this Halloween?
Staying near Disneyland Paris for the Halloween season? Parrot World is only about 20 minutes away; the perfect complementary family day out. Meet real animals, wander our colorful Day of the Dead trails and Mexican fairground village, and enjoy the free skeleton displays included in every ticket. A calmer, nature-filled Halloween, just a short drive from the resort.
The Day of the Dead, a festival dating back 3,000 years
What is El Día de los Muertos?
El Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican national holiday that has blended Native American and Catholic traditions for over 3,000 years. Far from being a sad occasion, it is a joyful celebration of life and remembrance: we honor departed loved ones in an explosion of colors, flowers, and music. Its cultural richness has earned it a place on UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity since 2008.
When is Día de los Muertos?
The festival takes place every year on November 1 and 2: the 1st is dedicated to deceased children (Día de los Angelitos), and the 2nd to adults. It naturally follows Halloween, celebrated on October 31. At Parrot World, experience both from October 3 to November 29, 2026.
Halloween or Día de los Muertos: what’s the difference?
Halloween has its roots in Celtic traditions and is all about thrills and costumes. Día de los Muertos, on the other hand, is Mexican, vibrant, and family-oriented: the goal isn’t to scare people, but to celebrate those we love. At Parrot World, you can experience both atmospheres in a single visit.
Symbols of the festival:
- The ofrenda (altar): set up to welcome returning souls, adorned with photos, candles, and food.
- The cempasúchil (marigold): these orange flowers whose scent guides the souls.
- The calaveras and La Catrina: the famous colorful, joyful, and elegant skulls and skeletons—never scary.
- Papel picado and pan de muerto: paper cutouts and bread of the dead.
You’ll find all these symbols in our Mexican festival village and along the Amazonia Trek, where our calavera face-painting workshops invite young and old alike to transform themselves.
Why colorful and cheerful skeletons?
In Mexico, the skeleton doesn’t evoke the fear of death, but rather life that goes on. That’s why our skeletons are festive and friendly: a perfect celebration for a family outing, even with the youngest children.
The program of activities
Halloween Skits
Skeletons are about to take over Parrot World's Amazonia Trek.
Keep your eyes peeled—they might surprise you!
FREE
Included in the ticket price
Mexican Village Fair
Immerse yourself in the festive spirit of Mexico! Our new village welcomes you with its colorful decorations, calaveras, and festive atmosphere, right in the heart of Día de los Muertos.
FREE
Included in the ticket price
Calavera Makeup Workshop
Turn yourself into a calavera! Face-painting workshop for kids (ages 6 and up), in the colors of Día de los Muertos. [dates to be confirmed]
€5 per child — Proceeds go to the Parrot Wildlife Foundation
€5 per child
Donated to the Parrot Wildlife Foundation
Overview of the 2025 Edition
Schools and recreation centers
A Halloween outing to a wildlife park near Paris
Schools and recreation centers: Take advantage of the Halloween – Día de los Muertos event to plan your fall outing, from October 3 to November 29, 2026.
Your groups will discover colorful skeletons, a Mexican fair-style village, and iconic South American species through two fully immersive zones dedicated to the Amazon and Patagonia: jaguars, giant otters, Humboldt penguins, parrots, tamarins…
FAQ
What is Día de los Muertos?
It is a Mexican holiday celebrated on November 1 and 2, honoring departed loved ones with joy, color, and music. Listed as part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage, it blends Native American and Catholic traditions.
What is the difference between Halloween and Día de los Muertos?
Halloween, which has Celtic origins, is celebrated on October 31 with spooky themes and costumes. The Day of the Dead is a bright, family-oriented Mexican celebration held on November 1 and 2 to honor the memory of the deceased.
When is Halloween in 2026?
Halloween falls on Saturday, October 31, 2026. At Parrot World, the Halloween – Día de los Muertos event runs from October 3 to November 29, 2026.
What do the skulls (calaveras) mean?
Calaveras, or colorful skulls, symbolize life continuing beyond death. Cheerful and ornate, they are not scary: they celebrate the memory of loved ones.
Is Día de los Muertos suitable for children?
Yes. The atmosphere is festive and friendly, never scary. Colorful skeletons, face-painting workshops, and a Mexican-themed fair make Parrot World an ideal family outing, even with young children.
Is Parrot World near Disneyland Paris?
Yes. Parrot World is about 20 minutes by car from Disneyland Paris, making it an easy complementary family outing during the Halloween season — with real animals, a joyful Day of the Dead celebration and free skeleton trails included in your ticket.