Dia de los Muertos
About the event
This beloved tradition brings family and community together to celebrate the lives of our ancestors, family, friends, and public figures. This family-friendly, alcohol-free event will take place from 1-6:00 p.m. at the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center. We will welcome the memories of our loved ones with Day of the Dead altars, art installations, & activities that foster an appreciation for the sweetness and fragility of life. The collective outdoor ofrenda (altar) will be a gathering of memories to which the public can contribute. Admission is free, and RSVP is not required, although we encourage you to RSVP on Facebook. Guests are encouraged to bring folding chairs, strollers, and refillable water bottles. Food trucks and vendors featuring local cuisine with plenty of options from tacos to desserts. Community Resource Fair featuring local nonprofits. A Community Altar (Ofrenda) that will grow larger as event attendees contribute names and notes. Artisan Vendor Market supporting local Latino/a/e entrepreneurs. Free face painting and sugar skull decorating workshops (while supplies last) conducted by the ESB MACC Education Department. Families and educators may download Day of the Dead Educational handouts/posters in English and Spanish.
