The Santa Ana Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency will remember and celebrate the lives of passed loved ones at the third annual Día de Los Muertos: Magic of the Altars event. Hosted at the Roosevelt-Walker Community Center (816 E. Chestnut Ave.) on Saturday, November 1, from 3 – 6 p.m., this cultural celebration will honor the cherished tradition of the Day of the Dead, a time when families come together to reflect, share memories, and celebrate the eternal connection between the living and those who came before us.
This free, family-friendly event invites everyone to experience the beauty and meaning of Día de los Muertos through activities such as:
- A community altar to place photos of passed loved ones
- Community exhibitors
- Art making and crafting
- Face painting
- Games
- And much more!
Registration is not required but is highly recommended. Pre-registration is available at tinyurl.com/SADIA25.
Pre-Celebration Workshops
Join the Roosevelt-Walker Community Center for two free crafting sessions that will prepare your home—and the community center—for the festivities. These workshops are open to all ages and take place from 6 – 7:30 p.m.:
- Tuesday, October 7: Papel Picado and Sugar Skull Piñatas
- Tuesday, October 21: Mini Altars
Workshops are no cost and open to the community. For more information and to register, please visit www.santa-ana.org/roosevelt-walker-dia-de-los-muertos/.
Community Support
This celebration is made possible with the support of our annual title-level partners: the Anaheim Ducks and Project Kinship. Community members are encouraged to visit and connect with our partners at the November 1 event.
For more information, please contact the Roosevelt-Walker Community Center at (714) 647-5220 or email wellness@santa-ana.org.