Super Halloween

For over 35 years, Olvera Street merchants have celebrated Dia de los Muertos. The celebration has evolved to incorporate the pre-Columbian, Aztec, Mayan and Catholic rituals surrounding death. Each night, a vibrant and colorful procession sets the stage for our ceremony.

 This beautiful theatrical performance tells the story of
Dia de los Muertos with its indigenous roots and how it has transformed to our modern-day celebrations 

 Traditional Mayan Blessing/Soul Cleansing takes place before and after the procession. A Parade of “Living Muertos” – participants dress up as skeletons in colorful traditional, and not-so-traditional costumes. The Grupo Tartalejos – an indigenous Aztec group leads the procession with incense and ceremonial blessing along with Aztec Dancers.

The Procession leads to nightly ceremony in the Kiosko, where the loved ones of a merchant family or special community member is chosen to be honored. Free sweet bread and champurrado are given to all in attendance

Join 3,000 participants for a 5k run/walk celebrating Day of the Dead and enjoy music along the course, beautiful finisher medals, and a post-race Dia de los Muertos celebration.

The race starts on Main Street, in El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument, the oldest section of Los Angeles, and home to Olvera Street. The course runs through lower Chinatown and then takes a left turn onto Alameda Street towards Los Angeles State Historic Park, then you cross over the Los Angeles River. On the return, you will be treated to amazing views of the downtown skyline ending at Olvera Street.

 The Muertos Artwalk is a hand-curated show designed to highlight  over 30 artists from the greater Los Angeles community selling original artwork, jewelry, accessories, clothing, 

 Día de los Muertos honors people, places and ideas that merit reverence and commemoration. Grand Park’s Downtown Día de los Muertos is a community-oriented space inviting park-goers to contribute to the community altar, ideated by artist and educator Consuelo Flores and to stroll through the park viewing numerous altars made by professional artists and local organizations. 

Bewitch the crowd with your very best getup for a chance to win the costume contest, and grab a bone-chilling drink from the beer garden. Feed you inner monster with delicious bites from a variety of food trucks, booths and local restaurants, and discover magical and mischievous finds and activities.

 🍭Collect goodies on our Trick-or-Treat trail – bring a bag for your sweet treasures

✨ Mystical magic shows that will leave your little ones awestruck

🎃 Unleash your child's creativity at our craft station

📷 Capture the magical moments during photo opportunities with live character performers

🌟 Dive into the immersive world of augmented reality with our brand-new interactive game

🌭 Hot dog snacks and scrumptious treats to satisfy your sweet tooth

👻 Encourage your little ghouls and goblins to dress in their most boo-tiful costumes