Día de los Muertos (also known as Day of the Dead), is a Mexican holiday celebrated the first two days in November that commemorates lost loved ones with colorful ofrendas (altars), calacas (skeletons), calaveras (skulls), spoken word performances, food and so much more.
Families in metro Detroit celebrate this holiday at many community events and in a wide variety of different ways. Here, we’ve rounded up some great Día de los Muertos events in metro Detroit for 2025.
This article was updated on Oct. 27, 2025, by a Metro Parent staff writer. The update included adding the latest information available.
Ofrendas: Celebrating el Día de Muertos
Sept. 27-Nov. 2, 2025 (Tuesdays-Sundays)
- Address: Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit
- Cost: Free with general admission
The DIA and the Mexican Consulate of Detroit partner to put on this display, which features ofrendas altars created by members of the community.
Día de los Muertos Celebration at Farmington Public Library
Oct. 30, 2025
- Address: Farmington Public Library, 23500 Liberty St., Farmington
- Cost: Free
Families can celebrate Día de los Muertos to remember and honor those we have lost. Decorate sugar skull cookies and learn all about the holiday. Bring a picture of your loved one.
Third Annual Día de los Muertos Festival
Nov. 1-2, 2025
- Address: La Jalisciense Supermercado Y Taqueria, 3923 Vernor Highway, Detroit
- Cost: Free
This third annual celebration features dance, art, music and an interactive graveyard experience.
Día de los Muertos Celebration at Clarkston Independence District Library
Nov. 1, 2025
- Address: Clarkston Independence District Library, 6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston
- Cost: Free
Join the library for a story time and activities to celebrate and learn about Dia de los Muertos. Crafts and snacks, too.
Día de los Muertos Celebration at Robert C. Valade Park
Nov. 1, 2025
- Address: Robert C. Valade Park, 2670 Atwater St., Detroit
- Cost: Free
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos on the Detroit Riverfront. This family-friendly event features live music, Ballet Folklórico Moyocoyani Izel, children’s activities, food trucks and more.
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