** Donations are not required for attendance, but highly appreciated :) **

On the dawn of November 1st, our loved ones who have passed come to us again in the shapes of colors, flowers, food, and joy. Día de Muertos is a traditional Mexican celebration to honor with delight the ones that have passed away. It is a moment for the community to come together, eat some sugar, play music, and rejoice.

As part of the Berkeley community, we seek to create events that take and make space for various cultures. By celebrating Day of the Dead as an installation at GSPP, we hope to share the traditions and culture of where some of us come from, while also allowing the space for all to learn, participate, and contribute.

All the community is invited to build up the Ofrenda together and have some traditional sugar bread and hot chocolate. There will be guest speakers, music, an open mic, and more!

The necessary decorations for the Ofrendas are:

Papel Picado (colorful shredded paper)
Cempasuchil (marigold from J&J -Jaime y Juan- of the San Francisco Flower Market)
Sugar Skulls
Candles (electric only for safety reasons)
Sawdust
Plates and Vases

Most importantly, the food is going to be:

Pan de Muerto from Casa Latina and La Favorita
Hot Chocolate
Tea

!DO NOT! forget to bring your lantern, flashlight, or electric candle, and extra layers of clothing since it is a nocturnal event.

Day of the Dead Offering

By Diego Villegas

Day of the Dead Offering

Team Members