Día de los Muertos at Leo Carrillo Ranch

Join us at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park for a Día de los Muertos celebration honoring tradition, community and remembrance. Experience this vibrant Mexican holiday as we celebrate loved ones who have passed and embrace the beauty of life.

Leo Carrillo Ranch will be decorated for the holiday the week before and after the Oct. 31 event. Guests are also welcome to visit the park for casual touring during regular park hours.

On Saturday, Oct. 31, the celebration comes to life with music, activities and community gatherings from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A traditional ofrenda dedicated to the Carrillo family and colorful decorations will welcome guests throughout the ranch.

Activities & Schedule

• 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Explore the historic adobe ranch house decorated for the holiday
• 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Storytelling in the historic hacienda
• 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Face painting
• 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Enjoy arts and crafts, remember loved ones at the community ofrenda, capture memories at festive photo ops
• 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Food and drink available for purchase from Gaby's Tacos (food truck)
• 11 a.m. - Ballet Folklorico de Tapatio de San Dieguito
• 12:30 p.m. - Grupo Bella, a family-friendly concert

Activities may be modified or canceled due to inclement weather.