Día de los Muertos Festival

Día de los Muertos is a celebration of Latin American art and culture related to the Mexican holiday, Day of the Dead. This annual free event offers a variety of features, performances, and more in celebration of the memories of the deceased.

The festival features an expanded Saturday evening street party with free performances by QVLN (Quetzal Guerrero) at 7:00 PM and GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Lila Downs at 8:00 PM.

Schedule:

• Saturday, October 24: 12:00 PM–10:00 PM (First Avenue Stage, Alliance Pavilion Stage, Wells Fargo Stage, Joanie Flatt Terrace Stage with multiple performances throughout the day)
• Sunday, October 25: 12:00 PM–5:00 PM (continued performances across multiple stages, with a procession/ceremony from 4:30–5:00 PM)
• Relaxed Hour: Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM (sensory-friendly experience)

Entertainment includes Marisa Ronstadt with Mariachi Rubor, Elijah Ezequiel y Los Conjunto Addictz, Ballet Folklorico groups, Banda La Alterada, Carmela Y Mas, and many more regional and Latin artists across four stages.

Volunteer Opportunities: No experience necessary. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old and receive a special Día de los Muertos T-shirt. Sign up via the event website.