Día de los Muertos at Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose — San Jose, CA

Día de los Muertos at Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose — Event Details

📍 Venue: Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose — San Jose, CA
📅 Dates: Sunday, November 1, 2026
🕐 Hours: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🎫 Price: Free entry
👶 Ages: Family-friendly
🚗 Parking: On-site / street parking — check the official event page for details
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours
🏢 Organizer: https://www.cdm.org/event/dia-de-los-muertos/

🎃 Local Insight Ratings

Best for: Everyone — a gorgeous cultural celebration of life and remembrance.

💡 Know Before You Go

🎃 Try the pan de muerto — the traditional bread of the dead is a must.

🎃 Evenings are magical — candlelit altars after dark are the most moving (and photogenic).

🎃 Check for workshops — sugar-skull decorating and face-painting sessions fill up early.

🎃 Come with respect — this is a meaningful cultural tradition; admire ofrendas without touching them.

🎃 Bring a photo for community altars — many events invite you to add a loved one’s photo to a shared ofrenda.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Can anyone attend?
Yes — Día de los Muertos celebrations welcome everyone. Come to honor, learn, and celebrate respectfully.

When is Día de los Muertos at Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose?
Día de los Muertos at Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose takes place Sunday, November 1, 2026, typically around November 1–2 for Día de los Muertos.

Is Día de los Muertos at Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose free?
Free entry. Food and artisan market purchases are extra.