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Día de los Muertos at Leo Carrillo Ranch

Día de los Muertos at Leo Carrillo Ranch
City of Carlsbad
Día de los Muertos at Leo Carrillo Ranch
Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 10 AM to 2 PM
Leo Carrillo Historic Park
All Ages
Free

Join us at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park for a Día de los Muertos celebration honoring tradition, community and remembrance. Experience this vibrant Mexican holiday as we celebrate loved ones who have passed and embrace the beauty of life.

Leo Carrillo Ranch will be decorated for the holiday the week before and after the Oct. 31 event. Guests are also welcome to visit the park for casual touring during regular park hours.

On Saturday, Oct. 31, the celebration comes to life with music, activities and community gatherings from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A traditional ofrenda dedicated to the Carrillo family and colorful decorations will welcome guests throughout the ranch.

Activities & Schedule

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Explore the historic adobe ranch house decorated for the holiday

10 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Storytelling in the historic hacienda

10 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Face painting

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Enjoy arts and crafts, remember loved ones at the community ofrenda, capture memories at festive photo ops

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Food and drink available for purchase from Gaby's Tacos (food truck)

11 a.m. - Ballet Folklorico de Tapatio de San Dieguito

12:30 p.m. - Grupo Bella, a family-friendly concert

Activities may be modified or canceled due to inclement weather.

Event Supported By

City of Carlsbad

Leo Carrillo Historic Park

6200 Flying Leo Carrillo Ln
Carlsbad, California 92677
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending.