Old Town fills with marigold garlands, ofrendas, paper-mâché sculptures and music. Community altars fill the plaza Nov 1–2, with a candlelight procession after sundown on Nov 2.
ofrendas
marigold displays
candlelight procession
Matachines dance
Quick Answers
When is Día de los Muertos in Old Town open for Halloween 2026?
Día de los Muertos in Old Town: Oct 30–Nov 8, 2026. Dates can change, so check the official site before you go.
Is Día de los Muertos in Old Town scary for kids?
BooMap suggests All Ages and rates it 1 of 5 ghosts on our scare scale.