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Explore These Special Día de Muertos Events Random Lengths has gathered for a Memorable Celebration
Oct 22
11th Annual San Pedro Dia de los Muertos Festival.
Los Angelenos will unite to recognize and celebrate LAs Latin and Mexican heritage at the 11th Annual San Pedro Dia de los Muertos Festival.
There will be a festive live entertainment lineup including performances by Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea, a two-time Grammy-winning multicultural, all-women ensemble that continues to push and expand the scope of mariachi music. Along with the Mariachi Divas, guests will also enjoy live entertainment with performances by Ellas, Neiya Arts, Julian Torres and Danza Azteca Xochipilli, and local youth dance groups: Folklorico Nadino de San Pedro, Folklorico Perlitas de Wilmington, and Dance Tech San Pedro.
This family-oriented event will feature live entertainment, a beer garden, delicious foods, crafts for kids, an altar contest exhibition, and more! Visitors are encouraged to come dressed in Dia de los Muertos-themed costumes and participate in the festivities. Free trolley rides are hosted by Downtown San Pedro as well. Location
Time: 3 to 9:30 p.m., Oct. 22
Cost: Free
Venue: Mesa Street between 5th. and 6th streets and between Pacific and Centre streets., downtown San Pedro
Oct. 27
Rancho Los Cerritos Día De Los Muertos Celebration
The Rancho and Puente Latino Association have partnered to host a Día De Los Muertos celebration—the fifth for Puente and the first for RLC. Join the vibrant and culturally rich event for the whole family. Enjoy live music, traditional arts and crafts, beautiful ofrendas, and delicious food and come together to honor and celebrate loved ones who have passed. Visit the Puente L.A. website (puentela.org) for more information on this exciting event.
Don’t miss out—be a part of this unforgettable celebration!
Time: 2 to 7 p.m., Oct. 27
Venue: Rancho Los Cerritos, 4600 Virginia Road, Long Beach
Nov. 2
Long Beach 9th Annual Día De Los Muertos Celebration
The City of Long Beach and Office of First District Councilwoman Mary Zendejas present the 2024 Día de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, Parade – a family-friendly celebration of life in remembrance of loved ones who have died. This year’s celebration will include the city’s festive street parade Nov. 2, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in downtown Long Beach, coinciding with an Arte y Ofrendas Festival at Rainbow Lagoon (more information to be announced at a later date), hosted by Grand Parade Día De Los Muertos Inc.
The 2024 Día de los Muertos Parade will feature grand marshals (to be announced at a later date), a variety of culturally rich performances and floats, and participation from various city departments and community partners, among other elements. The parade will commence at the intersection of Pine Avenue and East Third Street, then travel down Pine Avenue to East Shoreline Drive.
Día de Los Muertos is deeply rooted in the traditions and cultures of the indigenous communities of Mexico and Latin America. As family, friends and neighbors continue those traditions in ways that are most meaningful in their lives, the city encourages the entire community to come together for this grand celebration in Downtown Long Beach.
More information about the Arte y Ofrendas Festival at Marina Green Park, hosted by SoCal Sueños Foundation, is available at www.diadmuertos.com.
Time: 11 a.m. Nov. 2
Cost: Free
Venue: Pine Avenue and E. Third St. Long Beach
Nov. 1
Catalina Museum for Art & History Día de Muertos Event
The museum will host its 6th Annual Día de Muertos Family Festival as part of its popular First Fridays at the Museum series. Families and friends of all ages are invited to celebrate this colorful Mexican tradition, which honors life and death while remembering loved ones who have passed on.
The event will feature activities for all ages, including a kids’ art project, local food vendors, tequila tasting, live music and cultural performances. A special highlight of the evening will be the 2024 Barbie Signature Collection Día de Muertos doll raffle.
Additionally, the museum welcomes creative artists to participate in the Día de Muertos ofrenda/altar and art contest, offering a chance to win cash prizes. The contest is open to artists of all skill levels.
Time: 6 to 9 p.m., Nov. 1
Cost: Free
Details: catalinamuseum.org/calendar/dia-de-los-muertos.
Venue: Catalina Museum for Art & History, 217 Metropole Ave., Avalon
Nov. 2
51st Annual Día de los Muertos Celebration, Nov.2
It’s that time of year, to come together and honor the ancestors in commUNITY! Self Help Graphics is proud to present its 51st Annual Día de los Muertos celebration in partnership with the Office of LA County Supervisor Hilda L.. Solis
This year’s Día de los Muertos celebration features more than 40 local artists and artisans selling handmade goods and art, many of which are only available during this season. Stock up on special gifts in anticipation of the upcoming holiday season or treat yourself to that special t-shirt or artwork made with amor.
Self Help Graphics will also have select prints for sale, including this year’s commemorative print by Amalia Mesa-Bains. *Note that SHG can also arrange for pick-up of pre-purchased prints – made online by October 21- on the day of the celebration. (scheduled print pick-ups must be completed by 6:30 p.m. on Nov 2 at the SHG vendor booth.)
The street food market begins at 3 p.m.
Self Help Graphics is offering a variety of food made from the hands and hearts of its local community of street food vendors, in collaboration with In the Making and the East LA Eastmont Farmer’s Market.
Time: 3 to 8 p.m., Nov. 2
Cost: Free
Details: https://tinyurl.com/51st-annual-Dia-de-los-Muertos
Venue:·LA County Civic Center Park, 4801 East 3rd St., East Los Angeles
