When I was in Oaxaca, Mexico, I met some really cool travelers. While we were wandering around the city center, they randomly spotted a poster and invited me to join them for a drag queen lucha libre event. As if that wasn’t exciting enough, it was also Día de Muertos, so the show had a special themed edition.
I had absolutely no idea what to expect. Drag queens wrestling? A musical version of lucha libre? Pure chaos?
Either way, I immediately said YESSS.
I had never been to a drag queen show before, and it had always been on my mini bucket list. Experiencing queer events, local LGBTQ+ culture, and meeting local queer people in every country I visit is something I deeply value — and Oaxaca delivered in the best possible way.
The event was supposed to start around 10 pm, so naturally, traveling with Germans, we arrived right on time 😄. What we didn’t calculate was that the actual show didn’t start until around 11:30 / midnight 😂.
Me and my friend waiting for the show to start, he has on the full makeup for Día de Muertos
The Setting & The Vibes
The event took place in a beautiful building that felt almost empty at first. In the center, they had set up a real lucha libre ring, exactly like the ones you see in Mexican wrestling. My excitement was off the charts because I truly believed we were about to witness a full-on drag queen wrestling match.
There was a DJ already playing music and setting the mood. My friends jumped into the ring, and it was hilarious watching two grown adults pretend to wrestle — mostly running from one rope to the other and dramatically throwing themselves around.
Everyone in the audience was dressed up. I saw gorgeous drag queens rocking heels, outfits inspired by devils and skeletons, and stunning skull makeup everywhere — a perfect reflection of Día de Muertos.
After a while, once everyone got tired of running around, we grabbed some beers and started drinking and dancing while waiting for the show to officially begin.
The Show Begins ✨
Around 11:30–12:00, the lights dimmed, and the crowd went wild.
The first drag queen appeared — absolutely stunning — wrapped in bandages, lip-syncing to a powerful song.
The second queen followed, dressed as a skeleton in a wedding dress, holding a light, performing to “I Was Made for Lovin’ You”. I completely fell in love with the performance.
After that, there was a stand-up comedy segment. It was all in Spanish, so I didn’t understand much — but honestly, the vibes alone were enough. Laughter, energy, and joy filled the room.
At one point during a toast, my friend got picked from the audience. We were so drunk that I don’t think he understood a single word 😅. Luckily, another girl from the crowd translated for us — and before we knew it, they poured tequila straight into his mouth on stage. Easily the funniest moment of the night.
Close-up of a drag queen performing at a Día de Muertos themed event in Oaxaca, highlighting diversity and LGBTQ+ expression in Mexico.
Why This Night Meant So Much
Entrance was 250 pesos (around 12 euros) and after the performances we kept dancing, meeting amazing people, and connecting with many local queer folks.
As a queer person, this was one of the most inclusive, welcoming, and joyful events I experienced in Oaxaca.
A solid 10/10, made even more special by taking place during Día de Muertos.
Mexico, and Oaxaca in particular, has a way of making you fall in love — not just with places, but with people, culture, and shared joy.
Drag queen performing during a Día de Muertos themed show in Oaxaca, Mexico, wearing an elaborate white costume and dramatic makeup inside a historic venue.
As always,
Wonder. Explore. Live.
Till next time,
💫 Wander Woman Quest
