Ghosts Under Glass at the Mitchell Park Domes
While the Tropical Dome transforms into a haunted festival, the Desert Dome will house a Dia de los Muertos celebration, bright with candlelight, colors and orange marigolds. Despite occurring around the same time as Halloween, this completely separate symbolic tradition celebrates the dead returning to visit for one special day. Admission is $8 per person.
Where: 524 S. Layton Blvd.
When: Oct. 27, 6-9 p.m.
8th Annual Dia de los Muertos Festival and 5K Run/Walk
Join Dia de los Muertos Milwaukee for a day of remembrance and celebration. Face painting and an art market will take place in Walker Square Park, and the parade will begin at 2 p.m. after the run/walk.
Where: 1031 S. Ninth St.
When: Oct. 28, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Latino Arts Gallery Dia de los Muertos Ofrenda Exhibition
Latino Arts celebrates life with this annual exhibition, featuring ofrendas (altars for the dead to come to visit) made by local, regional and international artists. An opening reception will take place Friday, Nov. 3 at 5 p.m.
Where: Latino Arts Gallery, 1028 S. Ninth St.
When: Oct. 26-Nov. 17, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Walker’s Point 30th Anniversary Celebration
Honoring the Mexican and Latinx cultural traditions that run deep in the community, Walker’s Point Center for the Arts celebrates its 30th Anniversary. The anniversary celebration will feature live entertainment, hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, art, a raffle and a silent auction. Admission is $50 per person, but those who cannot make it are welcome to donate.
Where: 838 S. Second St.
When: Nov. 2, 6-11 p.m.
Walker’s Point Center for the Arts 25th Annual Dia de los Muertos Exhibition
This exhibition has hosted hundreds of ofrendas to honor those who have passed. In addition to the ofrendas, a 33-image photo series by Mexican artists will present a wide array of Mexican traditions and customs. This year’s theme is “Traditions.”
Where: 839 S. Fifth St.
When: Oct. 20-Nov. 18
