Saturday, October 25 | Christ Cathedral | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Día de los Muertos is an opportunity to reverence and celebrate our loved ones – following the Church’s teaching on the Communion of Saints to pray for the souls of the deceased.
Click the button below to submit the names of your deceased loved ones so we can offer our prayers as a community.
ALTARS
Ministries from across Orange County will create altars to remember their parents, siblings, and friends.
CULTURE
Experience cultural performances, live music, classic cars, face painting, and activities for kids
FOOD
Enjoy delicious food, beer, and treats to support our amazing Diocesan ministries and local vendors
Entertainment
Join us for an evening celebrating Mexican traditions! From 7:30 PM to 9:45 PM. Experience a night of cultural richness and lively entertainment. Don’t miss this celebration of Mexican heritage!
Altars
Altars embody the central theme of Día de los Muertos, which is to celebrate life. It is a symbol that the deceased are not forgotten and are still important in the lives of the living.
Pray for Your Loved Ones
Día de los Muertos is an opportunity to reverence and celebrate our loved ones – following the Church’s teaching on the Communion of Saints to pray for the souls of the deceased.
Click Here to submit the names of your deceased loved ones so we can offer our prayers as a community.
Special Feature: Classic Cars!
We’re excited to share that the LATINGENTS Car Club of Orange County will be joining us with their stunning collection of classic cars. Don’t miss the chance to admire these beautifully restored rides as part of our Noche de Altares celebration!
Our Tiendita
Experience the beauty of Mexican “Artesanias”—practical crafts and folk art that embody a rich history and national pride. Stop by our tiendita to explore and purchase these treasured items.
We accept payments by cash or card or visit our online store here!
Event Schedule
5:30 PM – Liturgy of the Word (OLLV Shrine)
- Celebrated by Fr. Juan Navarro
6:00 PM – Blessing of the Altars & Classic Cars / Procession to the Cemetery
- Blessing of the altars, followed by the blessing of the Classic Car owners.
6:30 PM – Event Officially Begins
- Beer Garden opens in the Cultural Center Lobby
- Food sales begin
- Light music around the plaza
- Trackless Train rides for families
7:15 PM – Entertainment
- Beer Garden (Cultural Center Lobby): Mariachi Colibrí
- Main Stage: Baile Folclórico
7:30 PM – Entertainment
- Main Stage: Chapman University Folclórico
- Additional Performance: Chinelos (coordinated by Enrique)
- Kids’ Zone: Activities for little ones at the Learning Spot
8:30 PM – Entertainment
Beer Garden: House music (DJ/playlist)
Main Stage: Mariachi performance