Day of the Dead and the Mural Project
DAY OF THE DEAD AND
THE MURAL PROJECT
November 1, 2024 - November 2, 2024
A Celebration of Life and Remembrance
DAY OF THE DEAD
A Celebration of Life and Remembrance
ONE OF TLAQUEPAQUE’S MOST INTOXICATING
EVENTS, THE DIA DE LOS MUERTOS (DAY OF THE
DEAD) CELEBRATION, AND THE MARIGOLD MURAL
PROJECT ATTRACT VISITORS OF ALL AGES TO
CELEBRATE AND COMMEMORATE THE DEAD—THIS
INCREDIBLE TRADITION CONTINUES.
Known also as “Old Souls Day” in Mexico, Dia de los
Muertos is a millennial-old holiday to celebrate lost loved
ones. Originally based on the beliefs of the ancient Aztecs,
this joyful celebration continues around the world.
Our new format, from November 1 & November
2, 2024, includes exquisitely curated, color-filled altars
and large-scale installations on display throughout
Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village. Come to see
Tlaquepaque’s streets, patios, and fountains magically
transformed.
Experience and learn about this Mexican cultural event
during this FREE event. Spend time gaining
a deeper understanding of the Day of the Dead
traditions. Learn about “Oferendas,“ offerings placed
at the altars, “Papel Picado,” brightly-colored cut-paper
banners strung across the patios, and “La Calaca,”
handmade clay figurines depicting loved ones coming
back during this holiday to celebrate and resume their
everyday lives.
Our annual Marigold Mural Project will be back again this
year. Visitors are encouraged to paint their tributes on
the 26-foot-long community remembrance wall. Paints
and brushes will be provided onsite with the previous
years’ murals on display for viewing and inspiration.
Mural painting will continue daily throughout our Day
of the Dead festivities on Calle Independencia from 11
a.m. to 5 p.m., with artist Lovejoy onsite to assist you.
Although there will be no Mercado this year, we
encourage visitors to shop and dine as you meander
the grounds and enjoy the celebration. Music and
entertainment will take place on Saturday night. We
recommend those interested in attending review our
website as we get closer to the event date to see the
final lineup of activities. Please also be sure to make your
dining reservations ahead of time.
This Tlaquepaque celebration and its new format are
not to miss.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1 & SATURDAY,
NOVEMBER 2, 11 A.M. - 5 P.M.
THROUGHOUT TLAQUEPAQUE VILLAGE
MURAL MARIGOLD PROJECT
Join us for the eleventh year of the marigold mural
project. Paint a tribute to a lost loved one on the
26-foot long community remembrance wall. Paints
and brushes will be provided on site with the murals
from the previous years on display for your viewing
and inspiration.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1 & FRIDAY, NOVEMBER
11am to 5pm
Dia de Los Muertos Celebration at Tlaquepaque
Immerse yourself in the large-scale installations and
vignettes throughout Tlaquepaque to commemorate
Mexico's Dia De Los Muertos. Remember loved ones
and celebrate their lives with altars showcasing Mexican
culture and heritage.
FREE EVENT
