10th Anniversary Celebration

THE CATRINA FASHION CONTEST

A Signature Community Experience

Presented in Partnership with Acclaimed Photographer & Artist
Gus Mejia Arte

Where Tradition, Artistry & Community Come Together

Date Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location Scottsdale Civic Center
Full-length Catrina in a blue and white gown posing before a candlelit altar
Photography by Gus Mejia
Four Catrina and Catrin participants posing at a candlelit altar

THE EXPERIENCE

WHAT IS THE CATRINA FASHION CONTEST?

The Catrina Fashion Contest is a community participation experience celebrating the artistry, elegance, and cultural traditions of Día de los Muertos.

The experience recognizes creativity, craftsmanship, cultural appreciation, and artistic expression while welcoming participants of all experience levels.

Individuals, couples, families, and participants accompanied by a dog are invited to register and become part of this signature 10th Anniversary celebration.

  • Creativity
  • Craftsmanship
  • Cultural Appreciation
  • Artistic Expression

A VISUAL STORY

A Celebration Expressed Through Every Detail

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Two Catrina participants in black feathered costumes posing by candles and marigolds
Shared artistry
Catrina with a radiant red headdress holding decorated pan de muerto
Cultural detail
Catrin in embroidered charro attire and a sombrero posing by candlelight
Timeless elegance
Catrina in a vivid floral dress and red rose headdress posing beside a window
Floral expression
Full-length Catrina in a red embroidered dress posing before red wooden doors
Craftsmanship
Catrina spreading a colorful embroidered dress between vineyard rows
Creative vision

HONORING COMMUNITY ARTISTRY

COMMUNITY RECOGNITION

Registered Catrina Fashion Contest participants become eligible for Community Recognition.

Pescatrina participant in purple Catrina attire with an elaborate floral crown01

BEST INDIVIDUAL CATRINA & CATRIN

Couple in coordinated Catrina and Catrin attire02

BEST COUPLE

Family participants in colorful Catrina and Catrin attire03

BEST FAMILY

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CATRINA & CATRIN WITH DOG

One registered Catrina or Catrín accompanied by one costumed dog.

Community Recognition recipients will be honored during the 10th Anniversary Scottsdale Día de los Muertos Fiestas, recognized on the festival’s main stage, and featured at the head of the Community Procession Parade.

Dog Participation Policy: This category is exclusively for participants accompanied by a dog. For the comfort and safety of all guests and participants, no other animals or pets are permitted in the Catrina Fashion Contest.

Group of Catrina and Catrin participants gathered in a candlelit celebration

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

BECOME PART OF THE TRADITION

Who Can Participate?

The Catrina Fashion Contest welcomes participants of all ages and experience levels.

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Children
  • Friends & Community Groups
  • Professional Makeup Artists
  • Costume Designers
  • Ballet Folklórico Groups
  • Dance Ensembles
  • Cultural Organizations
  • Community Organizations
  • Dog Participants

Whether this is your first Catrina or you have celebrated Día de los Muertos for years, we invite you to become part of a growing tradition that celebrates remembrance, artistry, family, and community.

There is no single way to interpret La Catrina. We welcome presentations inspired by traditional elegance, regional customs, historical influences, contemporary artistry, and personal creativity, provided they respectfully honor the spirit and traditions of Día de los Muertos.

REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION OPEN

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INDIVIDUAL CATRINA / CATRÍN

$75
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COUPLE

$125
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FAMILY — UP TO 4 PARTICIPANTS

$175Additional Family Member +$35
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CATRINA + DOG

$100One registered Catrina or Catrín accompanied by one costumed dog.

Dog Participation Policy: This category is exclusively for participants accompanied by a dog. For the comfort and safety of all guests and participants, no other animals or pets are permitted in the Catrina Fashion Contest.

WINNER EXPERIENCE

FIRST PLACE PRIZE — THE CATRINA FASHION CONTEST

Every First Place Winner of The Catrina Fashion Contest will receive an exclusive Gus Mejia Arte Experience Photoshoot with acclaimed Día de los Muertos photographer Gus Mejia Arte.

Each winner will also receive a commemorative, professionally printed canvas portrait, personally signed by Gus Mejia — a lasting keepsake celebrating their winning Catrina or Catrín look and their participation in the 10th Anniversary Scottsdale Día de los Muertos Fiestas.

First Place Winner Experience Includes:

  • Exclusive Gus Mejia Arte Experience Photoshoot
  • Professional Día de los Muertos portrait
  • Commemorative printed canvas
  • Personally signed by Gus Mejia
  • Recognition as a First Place Catrina Fashion Contest Winner

More than a prize — a portrait and experience commemorating your moment as part of our 10th Anniversary celebration.

PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP

GUS MEJIA ARTE

In recognition of our 10th Anniversary, the Scottsdale Día de los Muertos Fiestas is proud to present The Catrina Fashion Contest in partnership with acclaimed photographer and artist Gus Mejia Arte.

His passion for celebrating the artistry and beauty of Día de los Muertos has inspired audiences throughout the United States and Mexico. Together, we look forward to welcoming artists, families, creators, and cultural enthusiasts who share a passion for preserving and celebrating this treasured tradition.

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Photographer seated with a camera in his hands Photographer working behind the scenes during an outdoor Catrina portrait session Close-up of a photographer looking through a camera

BECOME PART OF THE CELEBRATION

REGISTRATION FORM

If you are interested in becoming part of the Catrina Fashion Contest, complete the form below.