Known to most as the Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), the holiday is to celebrate and remember those we’ve lost while preparing special food to honor them.
Here in Tucson, there are a few food-focused events, dance parties, and more to attend — some happening sooner than others. So, pay attention to dates and start planning!
Chiles, Chocolates & Day of the Dead Festival
Friday, October 27 – Saturday, October 28
Tohono Chul, 366 N. Paseo del Norte
Experience the vibrant energy of the Fall season with dozens of food vendors, local craftspeople, and entertainers who fill the gardens with delicious bites, handmade delights, and lively melodies. There will be craft activities available for children as well as complimentary face painting for Día de los Muertos!
Tickets are $20 per person and $5 if you’re a Tohono Chul member.
Day of the Bread at The Monica
Thursday, November 2 from 2 – 6 p.m.
MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento
The vibrant tradition of Dia de Los Muertos is upon us, and what better way to honor our dearly departed than to celebrate life, culture, and charity at the second annual Day of The Bread event? For just $50 per ticket, you’ll gain admission to the event along with three complimentary drink tickets, and access to recipe tastings and bread samples from some of Tucson’s top bakers.
Tucson Foodie Insiders, stay tuned to your email or Member App for details on your exclusive 40% off discount code. Don’t miss out!
The 34th Annual All Souls Procession Weekend
Friday, November 3 – Sunday, November 5
MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento
The MSA Annex invites you to a weekend of public events, openings, and opportunities to deepen your connection to the community and lost loved ones.
- Friday, November 3rd – Dance of the Dead Concert
- Flow 4 the Soul with In Rave
- Saturday, November 4 – Procession of Little Angels
- Stories That Soar, Red Herring Puppets
- Saturday, November 4 – Dance of the Dead Concert
- Session Yoga workshop, Ancestral Cacao Ceremony with Ricky Abud, and an immersive, sonic, concert experience with Steve Roach with Visuals by Noctivision
- Sunday, November 5 – Main Procession & Ceremony
- Gather at 4 p.m. / Depart at 6 p.m.
- Grand Finale with Flam Chen and Soriah
All Souls Pre-Party at CORBETT’S
Sunday, November 5 from 2 – 6 p.m.
340 N. Sixth Ave.
Get your face painted and enjoy Tucson’s new favorite hangout CORBETT’S before the parade!
All Souls Paint & Sip at Bawker Bawker Cider
Sunday, November 5 from 2 – 5 p.m.
405 E. Seventh St.
Delicious homemade quesadillas and house-brewed dry cider, local beer, and wine will be available for purchase during the painting lesson (21+ event). Instructor Emma will guide you throughout the three-hour lesson to help you recreate this Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead-inspired All Souls painting. Sign up alone, or with family and friends for this special paint class.
Tickets are $45 per person, no experience is necessary, and all art supplies are provided, including a large 16″×20″ canvas which is yours to take home following the paint and sip.
Article written by:
Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.
