El Día de los Muertos

When

Saturday, October 31, Through Nov 1

On every day through Sunday, November 1. Times come from the listing.

Where

Cheekwood
1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville, TN 37205

Price

Up to $20 · free for some

About

El Día de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, is one of the most important celebrations in Mexico and Latin America. The festival is known for colorful decorations, energetic music, and elaborate displays that demonstrate the culture’s strong sense of love and respect for ancestors while celebrating the continuance of life. Cheekwood brings the traditions of Mexico and Latin America to Nashville during the 25th annual El Día de los Muertos festival including traditional music and dance, vibrant art activities, and authentic cuisine. Visitors will learn about the culture of their Latin American neighbors while exploring beautiful altar displays and shopping in the marketplace. *Due to limited parking and timed tickets, school groups coming on buses will not be allowed. Saturday, November 2 Entertainment Frist Learning Center Courtyard and Terrace 10 – 10:30 AM: Danza Azteca Guadalupana 3:30 – 4 PM: Danza Azteca Guadalupana Main Stage | Arboretum 11 AM – 12:30 PM: Arrasadora Banda Tenaz 2 – 3 PM: Rachel Rodriguez FLC Courtyard 10:30-11 AM: Raices de mi Tierra 12-12:30 PM: Folklore Iyali 1 PM: Fashion Show featuring Catrinas Nashville 2:30-3 PM: Mi Cielito Lindo Altar Displays Botanic Hall Aventura Community School Casa Ciudad de Mexico Equal Chance for Education FUTURO, Inc. Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central High School Spanish Club Lopez family MLK Spanish Honor Society Paragon Mills Elementary Metro Nashville Police Department-Family Intervention Program La Mision ConArte USN International Club St. Joseph Catholic School Vanderbilt CLACX Food Vendors Beer Garden, Parking Lot B, FLC Courtyard Caracasville Maria’s Snacks Cancun Lagoon Mexican Restaurant Conexion Americas Little Cancun On the Go Taste de Lima Siete Luminarias Alebrije El Talisman Antojitos Mexicanos Nelly’s Peruvian Sweets Delicias Colombianas RR More Empanadas Amor y Churros Art & Good Vendors Bisuteria Nashville Bows by Nici Carbajal Couture Cheekwood Cindy David Cody Hale Art Eclart Designs LLC Florit & Fauna Just Us Print Studio King Bear Tees La Casa Azul The Llama House Mussa Jewelry Skulls and Roses Soul Seed Valentina Vera Art Sunday, November 3 Entertainment Frist Learning Center Courtyard and Terrace 10 – 10:30 AM: Danza Azteca Guadalupana 3:30 – 4 PM: Danza Azteca Guadalupana Main Stage | Arboretum 11 AM – 12:30 PM: Arrasadora Banda Tenaz 2 – 3 PM: Rosa Rodriguez V. FLC Courtyard 10:30-11 AM: Lirios Folkoricos 12-12:30 PM: Gabriella Flores 1 PM: Fashion Show featuring Catrinas Nashville 2:30-3 PM: MNPS Ballet Folklorico Dance Group Altar Displays Botanic Hall Aventura Community School Casa Ciudad de Mexico Equal Chance for Education FUTURO, Inc. Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central High School Spanish Club Lopez family MLK Spanish Honor Society Paragon Mills Elementary Metro Nashville Police Department-Family Intervention Program La Mision ConArte USN International Club St. Joseph Catholic School Vanderbilt CLACX Food Vendors Siete Luminarias Alebrije El Talisman Antojitos Mexicanos Nelly’s Peruvian Sweets Delicias Colombianas RR More Empanadas Amor y Churros Roast & Brews Mofongo Cafe Salsa Franklin Taco Southern Sun Life Panecito Kale The Inka Trailer Art & Good Vendors Bisuteria Nashville Bows by Nici Carbajal Couture Cheekwood Cindy David Cody Hale Art Eclart Designs LLC Florit & Fauna Just Us Print Studio King Bear Tees La Casa Azul The Llama House Mussa Jewelry Skulls and Roses Soul Seed Valentina Vera Art Sponsored by Asurion Supported by Nissan