ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The City of Annapolis invites residents and visitors to join in the celebration of the 2024 “Day of the Dead” also known as “Día de los Muertos” Festival organized by the City of Annapolis Office of Community Services (OCS), taking place from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Maryland Hall. Entrance to the festival is free.
This vibrant celebration of Mexican origin honors friends and family members who have passed, blending culture, art, and tradition. The Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, is also known as All Saint’s Day or All Souls’ Day. The festival will include folkloric performances, traditional Mexican food, attractions for children, artisans, raffles, and community resources. Attendees will enjoy live music and performances at no cost, while food, drinks, face-painting, and vendor products will be available for purchase.
Festival attendees are invited to dress up and celebrate Día de los Muertos, a cherished tradition in Mexico and across Latin American countries. A highlight of these celebrations is the sugar skull makeup, a vibrant face-painting style associated with the holiday. Arrive early to get your own colorful sugar skull face painting at one of the many booths. Additional vendors will offer food and Día de los Muertos-themed merchandise.
“The Day of the Dead Festival is a beautiful opportunity for our community to come together and experience the richness of Mexican culture while celebrating love and life,” said Mayor Gavin Buckley. “We encourage everyone to attend this family-friendly event and take part in this important cultural tradition.”
The City is hosting the event with the support of the Maryland Hall, the Organization of Hispanic/Latin Americans of Anne Arundel County (OHLA), the Chesapeake Children’s Museum, Annapolis Office of Emergency Management, Annapolis Recreation and Parks, Hispanic-Latino artists and community volunteers.
For more information, contact: icbolivar@annapolis.gov/ ihernandezgiraldo@annapolis.gov or visit www.annapolis.gov/1730/Da-de-los-Muertos.