Celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) in Burnaby for the very first time. After six incredible years on Granville Island, the Day of the Dead Market is expanding to The Amazing Brentwood Mall Plaza for a two-day cultural festival filled with live music, art, food, and family activities.
Day of the Dead Celebration – Burnaby
Oct 24TH
TO
Oct 25TH
12 PM – 7 PM
This community celebration brings the spirit of Latin American tradition to the heart of Burnaby, offering an authentic and accessible way to experience one of the most meaningful cultural events of the year.
Enjoy performances from beloved Latin music and folkloric dance groups, shop at the colourful marketplace, taste traditional foods, and participate in immersive cultural activities designed for all ages.
This event is proudly supported by Tourism Burnaby as part of the Burnaby Halloween Festival, a month-long celebration of eerie delights and thrilling spectacles. For more details, visit: www.burnabyhalloween.com
Workshops Details
October 24 – Workshops
Papel Picado: Traditional Mexican Paper Art
Bring color to life by crafting delicate papel picado, a vibrant tradition that fills celebrations with joy.
- Time: 12:30 p.m.
- Ticket: $10
- Availability: 20 tickets
Flower Arrangements: Celebrating Life and Color
Create beautiful floral arrangements to honor loved ones and celebrate the beauty of life.
- Time: 2:00 p.m.
- Ticket: $10
- Availability: 20 tickets
2 hours
Design and decorate your own sugar skulls, blending artistry and tradition in a joyful, hands-on experience.
- Time: 3:30 p.m.
- Ticket: $20
- Availability: 20 tickets
Catrina Lanterns: Crafting Iconic Decorations
Craft glowing Catrina lanterns to illuminate memories and traditions during this special celebration.
- Time: 5:00 p.m.
- Ticket: $15
- Availability: 20 tickets
October 25 – Workshops
2 hours
Transform into a Catrina with artistic makeup, celebrating the elegance and symbolism of this iconic figure.
- Time: 12:00 p.m.
- Ticket: $20
- Availability: 20 tickets
Design and decorate your own Catrina mask, combining creativity with cultural heritage.
- Time: 2:30 p.m.
- Ticket: $10
- Availability: 20 tickets
Storytelling: Day of the Dead Memories
Share and hear stories that honor loved ones and keep cherished memories alive.
- Time: 4:00 p.m.
- Ticket: $5
- Availability: 20 tickets
Create Your Own Ofrenda (Altar)
Build a personal altar to honor ancestors and celebrate life, culture, and tradition.
- Time: 5:10 p.m.
- Ticket: $5
- Availability: 20 tickets
Event details
Oct 24TH
TO
Oct 25TH
12 PM – 7 PM
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