Welcome to the 3rd Annual Mid City Mercado Día de los Muertos Festival!
Explore everything our free community festival has to offer — from live music and dancers to food trucks, an art gallery, workshops, carnival rides, and the community altar open to all.
Presented by MidCity Mercado and Councilwoman Heather Hutt.
Activities & Activations
Celebrate art, music, and movement across the festival with murals, live performances, and community spaces that bring our traditions to life.
Honoring our loved ones and shared memories.
The Community Altar is the heart of our celebration, honoring those who have passed and the memories that unite us. Visitors are invited to bring a framed photo to add to the altar for collective healing, and to take part in the activities and performances at the Altar Stage throughout the day.
Public art with an Impact
The Art Gallery Lives at the center of the festival and aims to bring art directly to the community. This years exhibition titled Pasaje Sin Fronteras imagines a space free of walls and barriers where dreams and hope can move freely without restrictions.
Presented by our City Councilwoman.
Our Recuerdos Stage has become a festival staple, presented by our City Councilwoman and featuring a lineup of traditional Latine artists and cultural performances that bring the spirit of Día de los Muertos to life.
Curated by MidCity Mercado.
SONIDOS stage is a curated stage inspired by our SONIDOS music series by Midcity Mercado, spotlighting emerging Black and Brown artists. This year, expect Sonidos artists and new emerging bands bringing genre-merging contemporary sounds.
Thank you to our sponsors
FAQ
What time does the festival start and end?
The festival runs from 12 PM to 8 PM on Saturday, November 1st, 2025. Arrive early to enjoy the full day of art, performances, food, and community celebration!
Do I need to buy tickets?
No — this is a free community event open to all ages! Everyone is welcome to celebrate with us.
Where can I park?
Street parking will be very limited along W Adams Blvd and surrounding streets. We strongly encourage attendees to take public transportation, carpool, or use rideshare to help reduce traffic and congestion. The easiest way to reach the festival is by taking the Metro E (Expo) Line to the Jefferson/La Cienega Station, which offers parking and is just a short distance from the festival area.
Can I bring my own altar items or offerings?
Yes! Visitors are encouraged to bring framed photos or small offerings to add to the Community Altar in honor of their loved ones.
Directions
The Día de los Muertos Festival takes place along West Adams Blvd between Hauser and Fairfax. Join us in the heart of Mid City for a day of music, art, and community.
MidCity Mercado thrives through community involvement. Explore the ways you can help make this celebration possible.
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Pasaje Sin Fronteras: Art Exhibition
Submit ArtworkDiscover community art that honors tradition, memory, and migration. Artists share their vision in this year’s exhibition: Pasaje Sin Fronteras (Passage Without Borders).
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Mercadito Marketplace
Apply as a VendorLocal makers, food trucks, and community businesses bring flavors and crafts to West Adams.
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Support the Mercado
Help keep this festival free and accessible. Sponsors gain community recognition and visibility. With over 50,000+ attending, see how your brand can support or sponsor this year’s event by reaching out to pr@midcitymercado.com
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Host a Workshop
Host a workshop, interactive installation, or cultural activity that celebrates community and creativity. We welcome unique ideas that help guests learn, share, and connect. Email nechi@midcitymercado.com to propose your idea.
