Celebrate the new exhibit Arte Activista: Dia de los Muertos 2023 at the California Museum’s annual Día de los Muertos Fiesta on Fri., Oct. 13! Highlights include:

• Public opening of the new exhibit Arte Activista: Dia de los Muertos 2023

• Appearances by exhibit artists 

• Mayahuel food, drinks and snacks for sale

• Maquilli Tonatiuh Aztec Dancers performance and ceremonial blessing

• Honor friends and family members who have passed with a remembrance in the Community Altar. Optional templates can be downloaded ahead of time.

• Live music by Mariachi Bonitas de Dinorah Klingler

• Sugar Skull Workshops ($15 materials fee)

• Mercado de los Muertos featuring pop up shops from John S. Huerta Arte, Francisco Franco Studios, I Love Sugar Skulls and other local artists and artisans. Vendor applications accepted through September 1, 2023.

• Costume contest with prizes

• Hands-on activities for kids suitable for ages 3 & up

• More fun for the entire family & all ages — don’t miss it!