Día de Muertos Celebration
November 1, 2024 - November 3, 2024
Event Summary
Día de Muertos is back at the Desert Botanical Garden with a beautiful community altar, a colorful procession, food, music and more. Starting on November 1st, a community altar focusing on the legend of the Cempasúchil flower (marigold) and the story of Xóchitl and Huitzilin will be on display in Ottosen Gallery.
On Día de Muertos, the scent of the Cempasúchil flower is believed to guide the souls of the deceased to the offering waiting for them in the world of the living.
The ofrenda exhibit tells the romantic tale of Xóchitl and Huitzilin through dramatic visuals, including monumental flower sculptures and handcrafted silver hummingbirds made by artisans from Taxco de Alarcón.
Additionally, the deconstructed altar design will showcase the ceramic artwork of Oaxacan artist Rufina Ruiz Lopez. Visitors are encouraged to place memories and wishes for loved ones on the ofrenda.
Altar On View: Nov. 1-3 | Festival: Nov. 2-3 | This event is free with garden admission.
Check out the Desert Botanical Garden website for additional details.
For more information on events in Tempe, visit our Tempe Events Page.
Event Hours
Start Time: 12:00 pm
End Time: 6:00 pm
Related Events
Dog Days at the Garden
Desert Botanical Garden
Through May 10, 2025
Enjoy a “pawsitively” perfect morning stroll with your pup through the Desert Botanical Garden this fall at Dog Days at the Garden.
Desert Sol at Desert Botanical Garden
Desert Botanical Garden
Through May 13, 2025
Awaken your senses and soothe your soul with the healing power of nature at Desert Botanical Garden. Experience and connect with a variety of cultural and healing traditions from around the world.
Music in the Garden: Spring 2025
Desert Botanical Garden
Through May 30, 2025
Music in the Garden Concert Series is back at Desert Botanical Garden with a new way to enjoy lively musical acts on select dates from January through May.
