Event Activities
Are you ready to discover a magical tradition? Join the fun in an educational and cultural way! Check out our different event activities for this year.
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Altar Offerings
Learn about altars, offerings, and their meaning.
Altars are an art form and personal expression of love towards one's family members that have passed away.
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Art Exhibition
Enjoy Art Exhibitions by local artists, students, and community members.
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Catrina Contest
Dress up like a catrina and get a chance to win a prize! Make sure you enter the contest at the Latino Arts For Humanity tent.
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Live Music
Enjoy live music for local bands and artists. From Mexican folkclore to rising local artists.
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Calaveritas Literarias
Translates to 'literary skulls'. This Day of the Dead tradition is a short and humorous poem that poses imaginary situations and the encounter of a character with death.
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Crafts
Day of the Dead crafts for kids, including painting, coloring, decorating, and other educational crafts!
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Art Vendors
Find artisan-made crafts and other popular folklore items.
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Face Painting
One of kids' favorite activities! Kids can choose their own face painting design, including a catrina or a day of the dead related character. It's FREE!
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Food
Enjoy delicious Mexican food with traditional meals, snacks, and desserts.
STORE
Event Merchandise
Official merchandise from the Latino Arts for Humanity organization and Day of the Dead Columbus Festival.