Día de los Meurtos in Old Town
November 7
Free
Old Town comes alive for 10 days leading up to Día de los Muertos. Walk the Marigold Mile, discover hidden ofrendas, and join the candlelight procession to Plaza de los Recuerdos. Music, dance, decoration, art, and cultura create an unforgettable experience in the corazón de Albuquerque.
Highlights for 2026!
- “Family Day” will be on BOTH Saturdays! Free showings of “Coco” projected within the adobe walls of the church courtyard.
- GLOBITOS Candlelight Glow – Model Hot Air Balloon Glow:Watch towering 20ft tall model hot air balloons fill the street and church courtyard.
- Catrina Procession: An opportunity to dress in traditional Día de los Muertos Catrina skull attire and parade through the streets of Old Town, showcasing exquisite costumes and designs.
- The Dance of the Matachines is back again with a much better location for the dance to be seen from.
- A candlelight procession [Nov 2nd] to remember our loved ones will take place 30 minutes after sundown on November 2nd (all are invited).
- Paper-mâché sculptures [All week long] Last year two 10ft sculptures were added to the plaza. We will have a new sculpture addition to the plaza this year! Come during the event to see!
- Plaza de los Recuerdos: For TWO NIGHTS ONLY (Nov 1st – 2nd), Old Town Plaza will turn into Plaza de los Recuerdos, where the Albuquerque community brings altars and ofrendas and adorns Old Town Plaza. Sign-up to bring an ofrenda. Limited spots are available.
- So much more!!!
