Join us on Saturday, October 26th as we celebrate Día de los Muertos by transforming the Museum and its surroundings into a beautiful space to remember our departed loved ones. Día de los Muertos is a time to honor loved ones who no longer walk this Earth. With flowers, food, and drinks, we await the joyful return of their souls. 

On this special day at the Museum, guests can enjoy ofrendas created by community members, live musical performances, and art activities. At dusk, guests are welcomed to observe the illuminated ofrenda projecting the dearly departed larger than life. Bring your family and learn about this time-honored Mexican tradition.

Check out the performance schedule below: 

3:00 pm: Folklorico Colores de México
3:40 pm: Quinto Imperio
4:45 pm: Madera Once
6:00: pm: Son Monarcas
7:15 pm: Vivir Quintana

Día de los Muertos Xicágo is free and open to the public and will take place rain or shine.

Know Before You Go:

Illuminated Ofrenda
If you submitted a photo for the illuminated ofrenda you can access the schedule below. The photos in the illuminated ofrenda will be presented in alphabetical order of the first name of the person being remembered starting at about 6:00 pm. If you’re watching from home, catch the livestream on our Youtube page.

Use Control+F to search for your submission under the first name of the person being remembered. The photograph you submitted will be displayed within the time frame listed. Each photo will be displayed for about five seconds. We kindly remind you the display times are estimates.

Transportation
This event is easily accessible via Chicago’s public transit system. Options include a ride on the CTA Pink Line train, using the Damen or 18th St. stops or take the #50 Damen Bus to 19th St. or the #9 Ashland Bus to 18th St.