Muertos y Marigolds South Valley
Sunday, November 1, 2026 · 12:00 PM MST
Westside Community Center, 1250 Isleta Blvd SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105 · Albuquerque, NM
About this event
Muertos y Marigolds is a 33-year tradition celebrating Día de los Muertos in Albuquerque's South Valley with a parade procession, cultural celebration, and ofrenda exhibit. The event features art vendors, local craftspeople, musicians, and food vendors serving the South Valley community. Held on the first Sunday of November, it draws hundreds of participants and spectators who honor deceased loved ones through traditional Day of the Dead practices including calavera face paint, marigold decorations, and community ofrendas. The celebration includes workshop series, performances, and a non-motorized procession emphasizing cultural pride and community activism rooted in Chicano and indigenous traditions.
Event details
- Date and time
- Sunday, November 1, 2026 · 12:00 PM MST
- Venue
- Westside Community Center, 1250 Isleta Blvd SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105 · Albuquerque, NM
- Category
- Arts & culture
- Cost
- Cost not stated
- Age guidance
- Age guidance not specified
- Format
- In person
- Last verified
- October 11, 2026
Accessibility
Wheelchair: Not stated
Assistive Listening: Not stated
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