Day of the Dead

FREE Admission

2005 - 2025: Celebrating 20 years at St. Mark's

Join us in celebrating the vibrant Día de Muertos tradition here in NYC! You can bring copies of your photos, notes, and letters to honor and cherish the memories of your loved ones. Let’s come together to create a beautiful Ofrenda (Altar) and share in this meaningful celebration.

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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

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 1 - 3 pm    Art Making Workshops

Create crafts and trinkets related to the Day of the Dead celebration.

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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.

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Naming the Lost Memorials

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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 a COVID Memorial on the fence of St. Mark's Church-in-the-Bowery featuring artwork by community partners.

About Juntas Chicas

Born from the creative vision of multi-genre performer Julia del Palacio, Juntas Chicas is a groundbreaking female-fronted project. Their unique sound merges traditional Mexican music with contemporary influences, reflecting the band’s experiences in New York’s diverse cultural landscape.

Based on a series of collaborations with other female artists, Juntas Chicas unites the city’s finest traditional and Latin jazz musicians. Their innovative sound blends son jarocho, rancheras, and norteño with jazz, cumbia, and flamenco. The result is a captivating musical tapestry that celebrates the rich diversity of musical traditions while pushing boundaries into exciting new territory.

About the Day of the Dead

The Día de Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is one of the most important festivals in Mexico, dating back to pre-Hispanic times. This celebration is a time for families to gather and honor the souls of their loved ones who have passed away.

During this time, families create special altars known as ofrendas, which are adorned with cempasúchil (marigold) flowers, burn copal incense, and include fresh pan de muertos (bread), candles, sugar skulls, photographs, and mementos of the deceased. In Mexico, the Day of the Dead is celebrated over a week, featuring preparations of altars, food, dance, music, and special offerings for those who have passed away.

Learn more about the history of the Day of the Dead.

This free, outdoor event welcomes everyone to participate in a beautiful cultural experience filled with color, memory, and joy. Rain or shine!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​