Día de los Muertos

This vibrant Mexican tradition honors and remembers loved ones through traditional music, crafts, foods, and symbolic offerings to an altar, or ofrenda. Bring your friends and family for this bilingual celebration of life, family, and community.

Friday, November 6, 2026

5–7pm

Kick off the festivities with an intimate ofrenda presentation in the Dema Guinn Concourse. Each intricately designed ofrenda tells the story of departed loved ones and offers a warm welcome to their spirits. 

• Ofrenda presentation 
• Traditional breads (pan de muerto and pan dulce) and Abuelita hot chocolate 
• Live music from Spanish guitarist Milton Merlos 

If you’d like to register an ofrenda, please contact c.weislow@nevadaculture.org. 

Saturday, November 7, 2026

10am–3pm

Join us for a full day of Día de los Muertos traditions at the museum’s biggest cultural event of the year. Campus-wide entertainment and family-friendly activities include: 

• Live music
• Aztec dancers
• Face painting
• Arts and crafts
• Delicious Mexican street food from local food trucks

5–7pm

Keep the celebration going in the evening with a special concert at the Brewery Arts Center.