Semana Santa
Mar 26 – 29, 2027
Why demand moves
One of Mexico’s biggest holiday weeks: beach travel, hotels, restaurants and seafood demand peak.
What peaks
BYZXPO has no listings in this country yet — these are the kinds of business that do well this season.
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Easter baking and hot cross buns
Low start-up costKids’ egg hunts and party packs
Low start-up costLong-weekend tours or stays
Medium start-up costKey dates
Start getting ready
Feb 19 · 5 weeks before
Starts
Mar 26 · In 158 days
Ends
Mar 29
Get ready checklist
Bake and pack ahead of Good Friday
Check opening rules for the holiday days
Promote long-weekend offers two weeks before
Also in
The same season in other markets — useful for importing and exporting.
Questions about Semana Santa in Mexico
When is Semana Santa 2027 in Mexico?
Semana Santa 2027 in Mexico runs from March 26, 2027 to March 29, 2027.
Which businesses are busiest during Semana Santa?
bakeries, chocolatiers, florists, restaurants, travel agencies and hotels see the most demand. One of Mexico’s biggest holiday weeks: beach travel, hotels, restaurants and seafood demand peak.
When should businesses start preparing for Semana Santa?
About 5 weeks before — from February 19, 2027 for Semana Santa 2027. Bake and pack ahead of Good Friday
What business can I start for Semana Santa?
Ideas for Semana Santa: easter baking and hot cross buns (low start-up cost), kids’ egg hunts and party packs (low start-up cost) and long-weekend tours or stays (medium start-up cost).