Come out for the California Museum’s annual Día de Los Muertos Fiesta (Day of Dead Party)!

Highlights include the grand opening of the all-new exhibit Mujeres Inspiradoras: Dia de Los Muertos 2022, appearances by exhibit artists Sonya Fe, Lila Rivera and Willow Vielguth, performance and ceremonial blessing by Maquilli Tonatiuh Aztec Dancers, live music by Mariachi Bonitas de Dinorah Klingler, remarks by Consul General of Mexico in Sacramento Liliana Ferrer, food and beverages for purchase by Mayahuel, sugar skull workshops with Rob-O of I Love Sugar Skulls, Mercado de Los Muertos featuring pop-up shops by regional artisans and artists including John S. Huerta, costume contest with prizes for first, second, and third place winners, hands-on kids’ activities for ages 3 and up, honor friends and family members who have passed with a remembrance in the Community Altar, and more fun for the entire family! There will be optional templates that can be downloaded ahead of time or created on site.

Save time in line by purchasing advance food and drink tickets as an add-on when you purchase your event tickets. Food and drink tickets also can be purchased at the event.

All attendees will be required to follow current Museum health and safety policies at the time of the event. See the COVID-19 guidelines.

They are currently accepting vendor applications for the Mercado. Click here for the guidelines and application form.