About
Marigolds, a giant flower-covered Catrina and a community ofrenda take over NYBG, with son jarocho sets and papel picado workshops on weekends.
New at NYBG this year, marigold beds, artfully arranged calaveras and a larger-than-life Catrina covered in flowers bring Día de los Muertos traditions to the garden amid fall foliage and pumpkins. You can add a photo or memory of a loved one to the community ofrenda, then catch son jarocho sets by the collective Son Pecadores. If you want a colorful, family-friendly fall outing, head to the Bronx.
What to expect
Spirit guides lead you through marigold displays to the Catrina and calaveras, with a communal altar where visitors leave photographs and written memories. On weekends, Bronx-based artist Blanka Amezkua teaches papel picado and silk-flower making, and live Mexican folk music plays near the Everett Children's Adventure Garden.
Good to know
- Items left on the community ofrenda become part of the installation and are not returned
- Food and candle offerings are not permitted on the altar
- Metro-North's Harlem Line stops at Botanical Garden station across from the entrance
- Craft workshops and music happen on weekends, so plan a weekend visit for the full program
- Pair it with Flower Power's final weeks in the Haupt Conservatory
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Common questions
What are the garden hours during the event?
NYBG is open from 10am to 6pm during the event’s run.
When can I visit the Día de los Muertos trail?
The trail runs from Saturday, October 3 through Monday, November 2, 2026.
When can I hear live music?
The official NYC Tourism listing says live music is offered on weekends.
What will I see along the trail?
The trail features vibrant marigolds, floral displays, colorful ofrendas, artfully arranged calaveras, fall foliage, and festive pumpkins.