Día de Muertos
Community Celebration
10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024
Experience Día de Muertos/Day of the Dead at the Eiteljorg with partners Arte Mexicano en Indiana and Nopal Cultural.
Día de Muertos Community Celebration
Experience Día de Muertos/Day of the Dead at the Eiteljorg Museum, in collaboration with Arte Mexicano en Indiana and Nopal Cultural. Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of this beloved Mexican holiday as you explore its rich history and cultural significance.
Enjoy mesmerizing performances, meet talented artists, and witness captivating demonstrations that bring this celebration to life. Plus, don’t miss the Día de Muertos Community Art and Altar Exhibit, a stunning and meaningful display where the community honors loved ones through intricate ofrendas (offerings).
Get hands-on and create your own art, inspired by the traditions and stories behind this cultural celebration. Whether you’re looking to learn, explore, or simply experience something new, join us for an unforgettable celebration honoring both life and memory.
What is Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead)?
With roots going back thousands of years to Indigenous traditions in Mexico, this holiday is a time to gather together to remember and celebrate friends and relatives who have passed on. Día de Muertos, also called Day of the Dead, has evolved into a diverse festival, celebrated not only in Mexico but in the U.S. and many other countries.
Traducción (Translation)
Con raíces que se remontan a miles de años de tradiciones indígenas en México, esta fiesta es un momento para reunirse, recordar y celebrar a los amigos y familiares que han fallecido. El Día de Muertos, también llamado Day of the Dead, ha evolucionado hasta convertirse en una fiesta diversa, que se celebra no sólo en México, sino también en Estados Unidos y en muchos otros países.
Día De Muertos Schedule
10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024
10:45 a.m. – Welcome Message to Día de Muertos Community Celebration with Patricia Castañeda
11:00 a.m. – A Dia de Muertos Presentation by Global Prep Academy
12:00 p.m. – A Performance by Meztli Cultural
1:00 p.m. – Coro Latinoamericano de Christ Church Cathedral
1:40 p.m. – Desfile de Catrinas (Catrina Parade) Presentado por Mujeres Conectadas
2:10 p.m. – Message from the Consulado de México en Indianápolis. Performance by Mariachi Sirenas
3:00 p.m. – Performances by Grupo Folclórico Macehuani and Grupo Folclórico, Infantil Macehuani
3:40 p.m. – Desfile de Catrinas (Catrina Parade) Presentado por Mujeres Conectadas
4:10 p.m. – Performance by Mariachi Sirenas
5:30 p.m. – Performances by Ballet Folklorico Mosaicos Kids and Ballet Folklorico Mosaicos
7:00 p.m. – The End of The Celebration. Muchas Gracias!!
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