The annual Day of the Dead celebration returns to give people a chance to joyfully remember of all those who have passed away with altars, music, food and a festive atmosphere.
While it falls on Nov. 1 and 2. there are events going on throughout October and November. And to help you celebrate, here are a dozen Day of the Dead events in the Southland.
Hollywood Forever Cemetery
When:10 a.m.-midnight Oct. 26
Where: 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles
Cost: $53.60 and up
Information: ladayofthedead.com
Hollywood Forever’s Día de los Muertos is one of the city’s biggest events so expect to see thousands of people strolling through the cemetery all day. The entertainment includes bands like Los Lobos, ranchera star Pedro Fernandez as well as art exhibitions, processions, Aztec dancers and of course altars.
Long Beach Dia De Los Muertos Parade
When: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Nov. 2
Where: Downtown Long Beach
Cost: Free
Information: longbeach.gov
A parade will make its way through downtown Long Beach on Pine avenue with floats and cultural performances ending at the Arte y Ofrendas Festival at Rainbow Lagoon.
Mercado La Paloma
When: Noon- 5 p.m. Oct. 27
Where: Mercado La Paloma, 3655 South Grand Ave., Los Angeles
Cost: Free
Information: mercadolapaloma.com/events
The celebration at this bustling market and restaurant hall will include dancers, live music from artists like Oaxca’s Alejandra Robles plus workshops and food for purchase.
Downey Dia de Los Muertos Art Festival
When: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Oct. 27
Where: Downey Theatre Plaza, 8435 Firestone Blvd., Downey
Cost: Free
Information: ddlm.downeytheatre.org
About 25,000 people are expected to attend throughout the day to check out Ballet Folklorico performances, live music, hang out in a beer and wine garden and shop artisan vendors booths and see traditional fine artwork from local artists.
Grand Park
When: Oct. 19-Nov. 2
Where: 200 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles
Cost: Free
Information: grandparkla.org
The park’s 15-day celebration begins at 11 a.m….
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