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Día de Los Muertos Celebration | Santana Row

November 1, 2026 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Dia de Los Muertos, Day of the Day fun in the Bay Area.

Santana Row is excited to welcome Bay Area families to the annual Día de Los Muertos Celebration on Sunday, November 1st!

The holiday is a time to remember loved ones that have passed, while we embrace our eternal connections. This is a free community event featuring face painting, Catrina and Catrin meet & greets, mariachi music, crafts, and a pop-up market.

Entertainment Schedule:
10:30 AM – 10 PM: Brunch at Zazil & contribute to the Community Ofrendas (Altars)
12 – 5 PM:  Cultural Pop-Up Market
12 – 3 PM: Día de los Muertos Catrina Photo Ops in Oak Tree Lounge (by Blue Bottle Coffee)
12 – 3 PM: Face Painting in Santana Row Park
1 – 3 PM: Mariachi & Dance Performances in Santana Row Park
3– 4:30 PM:  Mariachi & Face Painting at El Jardín Tequila Bar
4:30 – 6 PM: Mariachi at Zazil

Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. Let us know about any changes at events@celebrate-family.com

Free
356 Santana Row
San Jose, CA 95128 USA
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Dia De Los Muertos Celebration | Jack London Square

November 1, 2026 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Dia de Los Muertos, Day of the Day fun in the Bay Area.

Jack London Square Invites the community to its fun-filled Día de los Muertos Family Fun Fest event held Sunday, November 1st, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Plaza near Scott’s Seafood.

During the event, chalk artists will create live Día de los Muertos works of art while visitors enjoy a variety of live entertainment, including performances by Mexican folklórico dancers and a mariachi band. Children can participate in a costume contest and craft activities (while supplies last).

Featured Family Fun at Jack London Square Dia de Los Muertos:

  • Live Chalk Art
  • Folklorico Dancers
  • Mariachi Music
  • Costume Contest
  • Craft Activities

Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. Let us know about any changes at events@celebrate-family.com

Free
Broadway and Embarcadero
Oakland, CA 94607
510.645.9292

Dia de Muertos | History Park

October 31, 2026 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Dia de Los Muertos, Day of the Day fun in the Bay Area.

Experience the vibrant celebration of Mexica culture with Calpulli Tonahlehqueh. This lively event boasts an array of engaging activities for kids, captivating live entertainment, a delectable selection of food trucks, artisanal arts & crafts, skilled face painters, enticing vendors, a beautifully crafted ofrenda (offering space), delightful shopping opportunities, thrilling contests, and so much more.​

Join us in San Jose, California, for a family-friendly gathering that honors and embraces the rich tapestry of Mexica heritage.

Featured Kids Activities

  • KIDS ACTIVITIES
    Saturday: 2–6 PM | Sunday: 10 AM–4 PM
    Enjoy sugar skull decorating, clay skull projects, flower crowns, paper cempoalxochitl, jewelry making, jump houses, and more.
  • TRUNK OR TREAT
    Saturday: 2–5 PM
    Bring the kids for safe, family-friendly fun hosted by Blvd Kings and Viejitos car clubs.
  • FACE PAINTERS
  • Celebrate Día de Muertos with professional face painting and a variety of designs to choose from

Double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed. | Image courtesy/credit History San Jose.

Free
635 Phalen Ave
San Jose, CA 95112 United States


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Dia de Los Muertos | San Jose Museum of Art

November 1, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Dia De Los Muertos at Westfield Oakridge

Community Day: Día de los Muertos, a full day of live entertainment, cultural demonstrations, and an eclectic mix of artmaking experiences at the San Jose Museum of Art. Join us as we collaborate with local artists, partners, and organizations for a diverse and multicultural celebration!

Museum admission is free all day, 11 am–6 pm. Free Individual Tickets every day for kids, plus college students and teachers with ID.

Please double check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. Let us know about any changes at events@celebrate-family.com

Free
110 S. Market St.
San Jose, CA 95113 United States
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San Mateo Dia de Los Muertos

October 11, 2025 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Dia De Los Muertos at Westfield Oakridge

City of San Mateo celebrates the Dia de Los Muertos. This cultural celebration honors loved ones who have passed away by celebrating them with flowers, traditional food, dancing, music, and more!

Enjoy an afternoon of folklorico dancing, crafts, traditional food, and more.

Featured Family Activities at San Mateo Dia de Los Muertos

  • Altars and Car Show
  • Live Performances
  • Activities and crafts
  • Community Resource Booths

There will be booth vendors offering traditional Dı́a De los Muertos food such as hot chocolate, pan de muerto, tamales, and more!

Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. Let us know about any changes at events@celebrate-family.com

Image credit/image courtesy of Casa Circulo/Redwood City

Free
725 Monte Diablo Ave
San Mateo, California 94401 United States