Dia de los Muertos at Olvera Street — Los Angeles, CA

Dia de los Muertos at Olvera Street — Event Details

📍 Venue: El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument, Olvera Street — 125 Paseo de la Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90012
📅 Dates: October 25-November 2, 2026
🕐 Hours: 10:00 AM-9:00 PM daily
🎫 Price: Free to attend; face painting extra
👶 Ages: All ages
🚗 Parking: On-site / street parking — check the official event page for details
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours
🏢 Organizer: See official event page

🎃 Local Insight Ratings

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

💡 Know Before You Go

🎃 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.

🎃 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).

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dia de los Muertos at Olvera Street free?
Free to attend; face painting extra. Food and artisan market purchases are extra.

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

When is Dia de los Muertos at Olvera Street?
Dia de los Muertos at Olvera Street takes place October 25-November 2, 2026, typically around November 1–2 for Día de los Muertos.