Dia de Muertos Festival

DATE: Nov. 6-9
TIME: 12-6 p.m.
PRICE: Included with Membership or General Admission

For four days, The Garden transforms into a vibrant celebration of memory and connection.Return to a world of bright marigolds, radiant altars and festive trails, where art and tradition come together under the desert sky. This is more than a festival, it is a gathering of spirit and beauty. A time to honor, remember and come together surrounded by the vibrant energy of the season.

Nov. 6 – Music in the Garden: Concert Series (Music in the Garden ticket required)
JALEO – Latin Music
Gather your friends and family to celebrate Día de Muertos with Jaleo for a fun night of live music, vibrant energy and culture.

Nov 7-8, Dia De Muertos Festival: Experience live performances, evening procession, mercado, food and drinks.

La Procesión, 5-6 p.m.
Join us in a procession in memory of passed loved ones.

Performances, Nov. 7-8:
Ullman Terrace Stage:
Ollin Yoliztli Dance Academy

Boppart Courtyard Stage:
Cachito Dance Project
Mariachi Rubor
Fiesta Mexicana Dance Company

Sunset Plaza:
Professional wrestling showcase by Lucha Voz (all new!)

Mercado, Nov. 7-8:
Dorrance Hall
See vendor list

More vendors to be announced. View vendor application.

Food & Drink (available for purchase), Nov. 7-8:
Tamales, salsa, and chips – Creations by Sergio Catering
Fresh Fruit, coconuts and shaved ice – Cocos Costa Alegre
Pan de Muerto and baked goods – La Purisima Bakery
Garden Grab & Go
Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s

Community Ofrenda Altar, Nov. 6-9, 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Webster Auditorium
Ofrenda, or offering, is a central element in Dia de Muertos. Visitors are invited to place memories and wishes for loved ones on the ofrenda.

Programming subject to change.