Celebrating with sugar skulls and marigolds, the month-long activation, recognizes this culturally rich Latin American tradition.

Between October 1 through November 2, CityPlace Doral is vibrantly decorated with gorgeous colorful Dia de Los Muertos-themed decorations. At the main entrance, guests are welcomed by a wooden calavera (sugar skull) and colorful Marigolds overhead. Sugar skulls are displayed throughout City Place Doral and the Fountain Plaza is ornamented with an altar display of a trio catrines (male skeleton figures) with flowers, Marigolds and more. All items are hand-crafted by Artistic Elves.

The main Day of the Dead event takes place on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 6 to 9 p.m., where children and families enjoy face painting, food sampling from local restaurants and a center-wide processional with performances by folkloric dancers, stilt walkers, mariachis and costumed characters. The Baila Conmigo Kids Dance School hosts a special youth performance. Guests can also shop and stroll the “El Mercado” night market, a marketplace for people and their pets. 

Furry friends are encouraged to meet up at CityPlace Doral’s City Bark dog park. Decorated with fun photo moments, a doghouse, dog bone and a fire hydrant, City Bark is a paws-itively good time.

Guests and pets are encouraged to dress in Day of the Dead theme.