‘DAY OF THE DEAD’ CELEBRATION
¡VIVAN LOS MUERTOS!

The Autry National Center will pay homage to the dearly departed at its lively Day of the Dead festival on Saturday, October 29 from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Featuring the recycled art of Luis Villanueva; a life-size installation by Marcus Pollitz of Fiesta Floats; “Aztec Stories” by Michael Heralda; elaborately decorated altars; and performances by Ballet Folklorico Nueva Antequera, Danza Azteca Xocoyote, singer Linda “Violeta” Straley, and KCRW DJ Raul Campos, the event will bring to life the ancient Aztec ritual to both remember the dead and mock death itself.

¡Vivan Los Muertos! welcomes everyone to find out more about this extraordinary tradition while enjoying Mexican food, family activities, vibrant music and dance, elaborate altar displays, and an interactive community altar. Plus, artist Luis Villanueva will showcase his spectacular Day of the Dead crosses atop elaborately decorated altars.

The event will begin with a sacred Aztec blessing by Danza Azteca Xocoyote followed by an extravagant Day of the Dead performance by Nueva Antequera Ballet Folklorico de Oaxaca. With their elaborate traditional costumes and skull-painted faces, Nueva Antequera dancers will be accompanied by the musical groups Los Xochisoneros and Son de Oaxaca to bring to life the beauty of the celebration.

The Autry Store and an outdoor mercado will feature an array of Latino artists and their works. Hands-on activities and face painting will be available for children and their families. Traditional Day of the Dead food will complete the holiday immersion experience.

The Autry National Center is located at 4700 Western Heritage Way. Click here to purchase¡Vivan Los Muertos! tickets. Admission is $10 for adults, $6 for students and seniors 60+, $4 for children ages 3–12, and free for Autry members, veterans, and children age 2 and under.