EVENTS
Half Moon Bay Dia de los Muertos by ALAS
We're thrilled to announce that we're hosting a spectacular Día de Los Muertos Celebration in Downtown Half Moon Bay, and we want YOU to be a part of it!
This vibrant festival will be filled with incredible performances, including mesmerizing Ballet Folklorico, soul-stirring Mariachi music, and the infectious beats of Cumbiatron!
But that's not all! We're also on the lookout for amazing vendors who can bring their artistic skills and unique creations to our celebration. Whether you specialize in traditional Día de Los Muertos artwork, handcrafted masterpieces, or jaw-dropping face painting, we want to showcase your talent!
Imagine being surrounded by the lively energy of the festival, with people admiring and appreciating your incredible creations. It's an opportunity you don't want to miss!
Dia San Jose
Día San José is a much-needed San José celebration that promotes our resilient cultural pride. Our goal is to produce a downtown destination festival that center stages our traditions while creating new ones that are relevant today.
Join us on October 21st at César Chávez Plaza in Downtown San José for this year’s Día San José Festival, and get ready to Levantar Tu Alma!
Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Festival
It’s that special time of the year again, when harvest moons light up the sky, pumpkin patches glow in their glory and the fabulous fall colors make Half Moon Bay absolutely astonishing. The world-famous Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, coming up October 14-15, attracts people from all over the West Coast, and this year’s talented artists will not disappoint.
From gorgeous home décor accents and elegant fine art to cozy fall fashions and holiday gifts, this year’s festival will delight generations of all age. Enjoy an idyllic autumn weekend browsing and strolling among colorful, well-stocked booths and meet 275 of America’s top artists and craftmakers showcasing their latest work in glass, ceramics, metals, fiber, leather, wood, jewelry, and fine art at this nationally renowned festival. It’s the perfect opportunity to stock up on one-of-a-kind gifts. The festival takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on historic Main Street. Admission is free.
California Museum Dia de los Muertos Fiesta
DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS FIESTA
Friday, October 13 • 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tickets on sale now!
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!
Save time in line by purchasing advance food and drink tickets as an add-on to event tickets through 2 pm Thurs., Oct. 12. Food and drink tickets also can be purchased at the event starting at 5 pm on Fri., Oct. 13, payable by cash, debit and credit card.
$10.00 advance (plus Eventbrite processing fee) through 5:00 pm on Thurs., Oct. 12 or until sold out. Please read the details on Eventbrite at the link below before contacting us with questions. Thank you!
Catrinas * Calabazas * Cumbias
Alters, vendors, face painting and sugar skulls will be available! Entertainment includes Danzantes, Mariachi Media Luna and Ballet Folklorico Tonantzin. Mac Dutra Park, 500 Main Street, Half Moon Bay CA.
Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
50th Anniversary of celebrating the great & almighty gourd.
Dia San Jose
Día De Los Muertos, also called Day of The Dead, is a celebration of life. Día San José is a culmination of family, entertainment and most of all fun! Throughout the day, we sing, dance, laugh and celebrate our loved ones.
Dia de los Muertos Fiesta
Join us at the California Museum for the annual Dia de los Muertos Fiesta!! See you there!
Dia de los Muertos Fiesta at Home
Celebrate the opening of the new online exhibit “Dia de Los Muertos 2021: Espiritus Creativos de California” at the Museum’s Fiesta at Home on Thursday, Oct. 21 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Festivities include:
Panel discussion with exhibit artists Roberta Alvarado, Francisco Franco, John Hancock, John S. Huerta, Sugar Skull Artist Rob-O
Dia de los Muertos Food with Tequilo Museo Mayahuel
Live music performance by Dinorah Klingler
More fun for all ages
FREE admission for all participants with advance registration. For tickets, click here to go to the museum site.