Time
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
5:30 - 8 p.m. PST
Location
226 N 1st Street, Turlock CA
Who's Invited
Campus Community, Alumni and Public
dia de los muertos

The Ethnic Studies Department will celebrate the 12th annual Day of the Dead event on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Stan State Art Space, located at 226 N. First St. in Turlock.

Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican tradition honoring and celebrating the lives of loved ones who have passed away. Through colorful altars, flowers, food and cherished memories, families and communities celebrate life, culture and the enduring connections between generations.

This event is free and open to the public.

 

Schedule

Pre-Event Workshops

Advanced Registration is required for the workshops.

Register for Workshops


3–5 p.m.

TimeProgram
3–4 p.m.Citlalin Vigil: Family Constellation & Dealing with Loss (English)
3–4 p.m.Heather Watson: Meditation & Sound Bath Experience (Spanish)
4–5 p.m.Citlalin Vigil: Family Constellation & Dealing with Loss (Spanish)
4–5 p.m.Heather Watson: Meditation & Sound Bath Experience (English)

Art, crafts, and face painting will also be available from 4–7 p.m.

Main Event

  • Doors open: 5 p.m.
  • Program: 5:30–8 p.m.
TimeProgram
5:30–5:40 p.m.Welcome & Opening Remarks
5:40–6 p.m.Mexica (Aztec) Blessing/Danza
6–6:15 p.m.Presidential Remarks
6:15–6:30 p.m.Los Luceros' Performance
6:30–6:45 p.m.ETHS/THEA 4560: Teatro Students' Performance
6:45–6:55 p.m.Victor Escoto: Art and Exhibit Presentation
6:55–7:25 p.m.ETHS 3115: Student Altars, Community Altar, and Local Organizations
7:25–7:40 p.m.Citlalin Vigil: Mourning, Loss, and Remembrance
7:40–7:50 p.m.Heather Watson: Sound Bath Reflection
7:50–8 p.m."Say Their Name" Closing Ceremony

Community Gathering & Networking

8:15–9 p.m.
Mingle, Community Reflection, Altar Viewing, and Event Breakdown