11th Annual Dia de los Muertos
Sunday, October 30th, 2011
Oceanside, San Diego – Dia de los Muertos, or “Day of the Dead,” is a Mexican cultural celebration that will transform Old Mission San Luis Rey, “King of the Missions” into an all-day community event that will take place on Sunday, October 30th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This will be the third year that the mission plays host to this 11th annual event honoring of the deceased. Over twenty-thousand attendees will enjoy the largest festival of its kind in San Diego County. The mission will come alive with entertainment at this FREE family-friendly event including mariachi bands, local ballet folklorico dancing groups, Aztec entertainers, elaborate alters and much more. Your children will be entertained all day with a variety of interactive arts and crafts activities and an exciting mini-carnival. You won’t want to miss out on over 75 diverse vendors, traditional food, chalk alters, and a custom low-rider display from the Siempre Car Club, which will be showcasing traditional alters in their trunks commemorating their loved ones who have passed. Mark your calendars and come down to celebrate with your friends and family!
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Día de los Muertos
Tuesday, November 1, 2011 from 6 – 9 p .m.
Museum Sculpture Court & Education Studios
Presented by the California Center for the Arts, Escondido
