Day of the Dead
November 1 and 2, 2025
St. Mark's Church in-the-Bowery
131 E 10th St, New York, NY 10003
2005 - 2025- Celebrating 20 years at St. Mark's
Join us for a vibrant, heartfelt celebration of Día de Muertos—a cherished tradition honoring our ancestors and loved ones who have passed.
Saturday, November 1
12 - 4 pm Ofrenda open to the public
The public is invited to contribute copies of pictures, notes, and letters in remembrance of loved ones.
12 - 4 pm Marketplace
Experience the vibrant colors and unique designs of traditional Mexican folk art, and enjoy delicious Mexican food, all available for purchase
1 - 3 pm Art Making Workshops
Create crafts and trinkets related to the Day of the Dead celebration.
3 pm Juntas Chicas (Performance)
Juntas Chicas, led by Julia del Palacio, blends Mexican music with jazz, cumbia, and flamenco, celebrating diverse traditions through collaborations with New York’s talented female and Latin jazz musicians.
Sunday, November 2
12 - 5 pm Ofrenda open to the public
The public is invited to contribute copies of pictures, notes, and letters in remembrance of loved ones.
12 - 5 pm Marketplace
Experience the vibrant colors and unique designs of traditional Mexican folk art, and enjoy delicious Mexican food, all available for purchase
1:30 pm Cetiliztli Nauhcampa Quetzalcoatl in Ixachitlan (music and dance)
Ceremonial performance by the Indigenous community-based circle Cetiliztli Nauhcampa, an Anahuac Mexica group formed in 1999. Cetiliztli Nauhcampa preserves and shares Indigenous culture through ceremonial performances and educational workshops in the New York metropolitan area.
2:30 pm Naming the Lost Memorials
Join us for the activation ceremony, where we will honor and remember our loved ones who lost their lives to COVID-19.
3:00 pm Nylzher (Performance)
Experience the powerful and emotional voice of Oaxacan singer Nylzher as she brings the captivating traditions of Mexico's musical heritage to the stage.
4 pm Mariachi Hidalgo (Performance)
Experience the world-famous Mariachi music originating from western Mexico.
5 pm Closing
Some of the Ofrenda items will be shared with the public
This free, outdoor event welcomes everyone to participate in a beautiful cultural experience filled with color, memory, and joy. Rain or shine!
RSVP is highly encouraged but not mandatory. You will receive email reminders if you RSVP.
- Day of the DeadSat, Nov 01St. Mark's Church in-the-Bowery
- Day of the DeadSun, Nov 02St. Mark's Church in-the-Bowery
Naming the Lost Memorials
As part of our Día de Muertos celebration, Naming The Lost Memorials, Mano a Mano, City Lore, and Great Small Works, with support from the Mellon Foundation, will display COVID Memorial on the fence of St. Mark's Church-in-the-Bowery featuring artwork by community partners.
Day of the Dead | Día de Muertos, 2024 Photo by Erik McGregor
Día de Muertos, 2022
The bread of the dead or pan de muerto.
Day of the Dead | Día de Muertos, 2024 Photo by Erik McGregor
Our past Day of the Dead celebrations.
About the Day of the Dead
The Day of the Dead is a beloved Mexican tradition celebrated since pre-Hispanic times. During this time, families welcome the souls of their departed loved ones. Día de Muertos can last for a week and includes building Ofrendas, also called altars adorned with marigolds, copal incense, foods, pan de muertos bread, candles, sugar skulls, photos, and mementos to honor the deceased.
Learn more about the history of the Day of the Dead and find answers to some frequently asked questions.
The Mano a Mano's Day of the Dead at St. Mark's is outdoors, rain or shine. The scheduled activities are subject to change or cancellation if there are strong wind gusts, hail, or snow. For updates during the event, follow us on X at @MexCulture.
Thank you to our funders and partners
We want to thank our funders and partners for their support.
Funding for the Day of the Dead is provided, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
Additional support is provided by our partners Copalli Mexican Folk Art, Naming the Lost Memorials, CityLore, Great Small Works, and St. Mark's Church in-the-Bowery.
Día de Muertos Ofrendas
Sat, Nov 01Flatiron North PlazaJoin us at Flatiron NoMad to celebrate Día de Muertos! November 1-2, visit the altar in the Flatiron North Plaza.
Wed, Oct 29David Rubenstein Atrium - Lincoln CenterExperience the rich cultural tradition of honoring our ancestors with a Community Ofrenda and performance by Pasatono Orquesta.