Sunday, October 24, 2021, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at La Colonia Park, 715 Valley Avenue.
The City is excited to announce the Solana Beach Annual “Dia de los Muertos” – Day of the Dead - Community event will be held on Sunday, October 24, 2021, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at La Colonia Park, 715 Valley Avenue. This alcohol-free community event will offer many exciting cultural opportunities for the whole family, as well as celebrate the Centennial celebration of the founding of La Colonia de Eden Gardens.
Highlighting the entertainment stage schedule will be the festive sounds of Mariachi Zapopan de San Diego, Los Gringos Muertos Band, Smooth Groove Band, and Ballet Folklorico Grupo Jaliscience. A special appearance by La Colonia de Eden Gardens native ‘Lil’ Rob, rapper, producer, and actor will also take place, including an autograph signing session at 1:30 pm. There will be traditional and colorful Mexican and Indigenous heritage performances that will be sure to inspire our cultural appreciation of Latino Heritage.
Fun activities for the whole family will include Blessing of the Altars with Aztec dancers, Los Viejitos Classic Car Show, free contests such as a Catrin/Catrina & dog costume and face mask contests, merchandise booths, kids activities, and skateboard demonstrations by the Skatepark Project.
Delicious and authentic Mexican and American food & beverages booths will be available.
Come join the City of Solana Beach and the La Colonia Community Foundation in celebrating Dia de los Muertos while enjoying authentic Mexican food and family entertainment!
