Downtown Chula Vista's 2026 Dia De Los Muertos Celebration – Memorial Park, Chula Vista

About this event

This is a single-date community cultural festival presented by the Downtown Chula Vista Association. The free, family-friendly event takes place across Downtown Chula Vista, with Memorial Park at 373 Park Way as the principal venue and Third Avenue included in the event footprint. The 2026 listing identifies it as the 6th Annual Dia de los Muertos Celebration. The program centers on a Community Ofrenda, or community altar, where attendees may bring a copy of a loved one's photograph. It also includes an Ofrenda Competition, a Catrin and Catrina Ensemble contest, live music and dance at four locations, a classic car show, children's crafts, an artisan market, food, treats, and themed photo opportunities. No named performers, detailed schedule, musical works, director, designer, or separate staging credits are provided.