About
A free UCI celebration with ofrendas, Aztec dance, mariachi and hands-on cultural activities.
UCI’s free Día de los Muertos gathering combines remembrance with a full afternoon of community art and live performance. Come for the MEChA altar, face painting and marigold making, then stay for Aztec dancers, folklórico and the Grammy-winning Mariachi Divas finale.
What to expect
Arrive anytime during the four-hour celebration and move between the altar, cultural activities and scheduled performances. The afternoon builds from student mariachi to dance groups, an open dance floor and Mariachi Divas.
Good to know
- The celebration runs from 3:30 to 7:30 PM.
- The candidate description identifies the event as free.
- The venue is Irvine Barclay Theatre.
- The address is 4242 Campus Drive.
Going? Keep it.
Common questions
When does the celebration actually start?
The published schedule begins Monday, November 2, at 3:30 PM.
How much does it cost?
The candidate description identifies this UCI celebration as a free event.
Where is the event being held?
It takes place at Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Drive.
What activities are planned?
The schedule includes an altar, crafts, face painting, mariachi and dance.