Forest Lawn hosts in-person observances of Día de los Muertos at its Glendale, Covina HIlls, Cypress and Cathedral City locations.

The community celebrations honor the memories of the dead while illuminating the rich history of the Mexican holiday with vibrant altars, 6-foot-tall Catrina and alebrijes (spirit guides) art works, folkloric dance and Mariachi performances, arts & crafts, face painting, and refreshments.

Highlights for the Día de los Muertos celebrations include: 

• Folkloric dance and Mariachi performances
• Bob Baker Marionette performances at Covina Hills, Cypress, and Glendale locations
• Community ofrendas (altars) presentations
• Traditional Catrina and alebrijes (spirit animals) art works
• Arts & crafts, face painting, and refreshments
• Food trucks and carts 

Events are held at Forest Lawn locations in Glendale, Covina Hills and Cypress on Sunday, October 27.

There is an additional observance in Cathedral City on Saturday November 2.