Sherlyn Serrano and the Mystic Family crew brought new energy to W Dubai Mina Seyahi’s Día de Muertos celebration. Held at Ginger Moon, the evening was filled with the beats of Afrohouse, brilliant costumes, and rich tradition. Sherlyn and the Mystic Family team brought Mexico’s iconic Día de Muertos figure, La Catrina, to the event and stepped onto the stage in full Catrina-designed costumes crafted in Mystic Mansion.
La Catrina, initially crafted by Mexican artist José Guadalupe Posada, is a symbol of the Day of the Dead and Mexico’s relationship with death. La Catrina has roots in Mexican art and a culture of resilience and humor. Even today, she remains an icon for Mexicans worldwide, especially as Día de Muertos celebrations grow beyond Mexican borders.
La Catrina’s story history inspired the Mystic Family’s costumes. Painted faces, intricate headdresses, and candles filled the space, offering a contrast against the Dubai skyline. Everyone was swept away in the Día de Muertos ambiance as the team brought an authentic flavor to the event.
Sherlyn shared her inspiration, noting that “Catrin” and “Catrina” have become costumes wrapped by people worldwide for Day of the Dead celebrations. She said Mystic Family wanted to bring this culture to Dubai, believing that cultural exchange allows us to connect thoroughly with other nations’ history, traditions, and lives. With Mystic Family’s multicultural background, she promised that the team would bring more projects celebrating rich heritages in the future.
Ginger Moon Dubai welcomed the theme with glowing altars, decorative skulls, and colorful decorations, setting the stage for the celebration. Afrohouse fans and Día de Muertos enthusiasts gathered to enjoy the combination. Afrohouse heavyweights Aaron Sevilla, Joeski, and Peppe Citarella set the vibe for the evening, and the Mystic Family crew brought the crowd further into the spirit of Día de Muertos.
The night started with a warm-up set by DJ Cilia, followed by Funky Tales and Armando Hinojosa, building up the mood with each beat. The crowd was fully engaged when Aaron Sevilla, Joeski, and Peppe Citarella took the stage. The vistas and music orchestrated against a background of the Arabian Gulf brought onlookers right into the middle of the party.
Rhythmically moving in full costume with their faces painted in classic Catrina style, the Mystic Family were the show-stoppers. The Afrohouse music was even more stunning with the addition of fire dancers. Two separate worlds came together in perfect equilibrium during the event, which linked Día de Muertos with Dubai’s after-hours. With sweeping city views, guests danced into the night, enjoying the meeting of Mexican tradition with Dubai’s energy.
