St. George Art Museum to host annual Day of the Dead Celebration, filled with music and dance, on November 2nd, 2024.

Join the St. George Art Museum on November 2nd for its annual Day of the Dead Celebration, a free event from 6 PM to 8 PM honoring life, memory and community. This cherished tradition brings people together to pay tribute to loved ones, while enjoying live music, dance and activities for all ages.

“After years of celebrating Day of the Dead with the St. George Art Museum, I’ve come to cherish the vibrant blend of joy and remembrance that this event provides,” said Stephanie Wheeler, Curatorial Assistant for the St. George Art Museum. “It’s a beautiful reminder that our loved ones never truly leave us; they live on in our hearts and traditions. Each piece on the Ofrenda tells a story, and it’s special to watch the community come together to celebrate.”

Known as Día de los Muertos in Mexico, Day of the Dead is a joyful tradition featuring colorful altars (ofrendas) decorated with photos, flowers and offerings like food and candles, symbolizing the connection between life and death. The event will feature performances by a local musician and the renowned dance group, Ballet Folklorico Anayansi. Families can enjoy hands-on crafts such as decorating sugar skull cookies, along with face painting, horchata and a variety of local food trucks.

As a special part of the celebration, visitors can add names to the floating remembrance installation to honor their loved ones. Attendees will also have the opportunity to experience the Day of the Dead Pop Up Exhibition in the Social Hall, featuring local artists and their artwork centered around the Day of the Dead theme. Voting for a People’s Choice award will take place at the event.

“I can’t wait to experience Day of the Dead in a way that truly embraces joy, remembrance and creation,” said KC Carter, Administrative Professional for the St. George Art Museum. “I’m excited to see how the colors, the music and the traditions come together to honor loved ones.”