Day of the Dead Festival

Day of the Dead Festival Experience a piece of Mexico with a captivating celebration that will bring you an authentic taste o

The Day of the Dead Festival is a non-profit organization focused on promoting the richness of Mexican culture through art, gastronomy, music and dance that appeal to the senses of all ages. It is an opportunity to experience a piece of Mexico in the heart of Canada. Being one of the most popular Mexican events worldwide, this Day of the Dead festival will provide the people of Ottawa with an authentic taste of this captivating celebration for years to come.

🕯️ LIVES INTERRUPTED/Ofrenda ExhibitionAs part of the 10th Anniversary activities of the Day of the Dead Festival, we pr...
09/12/2026

🕯️ LIVES INTERRUPTED/Ofrenda Exhibition

As part of the 10th Anniversary activities of the Day of the Dead Festival, we present “Lives Interrupted,” an ofrenda honouring women whose lives have been affected or lost because of gender-based violence.

Through art, memory, and the traditions of Día de los Mu***os, we create a space to remember their lives, honour their stories, and ensure they are not forgotten. 🌺🕯️

🎨 Presented by: The Art Department of the Day of the Dead Festival

📅 October 3 – November 3, 2026
📍 Gallery 55, 55 ByWard Market Square, 2nd Floor, Ottawa

10 years of celebrating life, honouring memory, and keeping stories alive.

FREE ENTRANCE

For more information visit: www.dayofthedeadfestival.ca

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💀✨ THE OFFICIAL DAY OF THE DEAD FESTIVAL AFTER PARTY! ✨💃The celebration doesn’t stop when the festival ends! Join us for...
09/05/2026

💀✨ THE OFFICIAL DAY OF THE DEAD FESTIVAL AFTER PARTY! ✨💃

The celebration doesn’t stop when the festival ends! Join us for the 10th Anniversary of the Day of the Dead Festival and keep the night alive with JoseSanDance!

🎶 Salsa & Bachata
💃 Latin music & dancing
🌼 Live Mariachi
📸 Día de los Mu***os Photo Booth
💀 Catrín & Catrina Costume Contest + Prizes!

📍 JoseSanDance Studio
105 Murray Street, ByWard Market, Ottawa
📅 Saturday, October 31, 2026
⏰ 8:30 PM – 2:00 AM

🎟️ Tickets:
🔥 Early Bird: $25 until September 30 or while quantities last
General Admission: $35
⭐ VIP: $45

VIP Experience:
Private seating for 10 • 1 alcoholic beverage per guest • Nachos & salsa • Photo Booth • Live Mariachi • Salsa & Bachata Party • Costume Contest

👉 BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW:
Eventbrite – https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/day-of-the-dead-official-after-party-tickets-1999164304250?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_source=chatgpt.com

👑 Come dressed as your best Catrín or Catrina and dance for fun prizes!

Bring your friends, celebrate, remember, and keep the Día de los Mu***os spirit alive all night! 🧡💀🌼

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09/01/2026

Invitation from our Executive Director Fabiola Yzeta-Vincent, to participate in the Day of the Dead Festival 10 anniversary!!

Enter to win!!
08/26/2026

Enter to win!!

🎉 SAVE THE DATE! 💀🌼🇲🇽 Ottawa’s Official Day of the Dead Festival celebrates its 10th Anniversary! 🇲🇽Get ready for Canada...
08/18/2026

🎉 SAVE THE DATE! 💀🌼

🇲🇽 Ottawa’s Official Day of the Dead Festival celebrates its 10th Anniversary! 🇲🇽

Get ready for Canada’s biggest Day of the Dead celebration, right in the heart of the ByWard Market!

📅 October 31 & November 1, 2026
📍 ByWard Market, Ottawa
🎟️ FREE EVENT — Fun for the whole family!

Experience the colours, flavours, music and customs of this beautiful Mexican celebration, recognized by UNESCO in 2008 as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

This special 10th Anniversary edition will feature a special delegation from Oaxaca, Mexico, bringing the authentic spirit and cultural richness of Oaxaca to Ottawa! 🇲🇽❤️

Come celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Mexico with:

🎶 Live Latin Bands
🎺 Mariachi
💃 Mexican Folkloric Ballet
🌼 Traditional Day of the Dead Procession
🎨 Art Exhibitions
🌮 Food Tasting & Food Vendors
🛍️ Artisan Market
🏆 Contests & Prizes
🇲🇽 Special Delegation from Oaxaca, Mexico
✨ And so much more!

Bring your family and friends and join us as we celebrate 10 years of Mexican culture, heritage and community in Ottawa!

📌 SAVE THE DATE — OCTOBER 31 & NOVEMBER 1, 2026

💀🌼 Don’t miss Canada’s biggest Day of the Dead celebration! 🌼💀

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08/17/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL VENDORS — SCAM ALERT 🚨

The Day of the Dead Festival has been made aware of a potential scam involving someone falsely presenting themselves as a vendor coordinator for our festival.

We want to make it very clear that Day of the Dead Festival has not authorized anyone to collect vendor fees, deposits, payments, or personal/banking information through unofficial channels.

🔴 PLEASE VERIFY BEFORE YOU PAY OR SHARE INFORMATION

Our official email address for vendor communication is:

📧 [email protected]

If you receive a message from someone claiming to represent the Day of the Dead Festival, but the communication is not coming from our official email address, please do not send money or provide personal or banking information.

If you are unsure whether a message is legitimate, please contact us directly at [email protected] so we can verify it.

We are sharing this notice to protect our vendors, artists, partners, and community from potential fraud.

🙏 Please help us spread the word and share this post with anyone who may be interested in participating as a vendor at the Day of the Dead Festival.

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us keep our community safe.

Day of the Dead Festival Team

12/23/2025

✨ Happy Holidays from all of us at the festival!
Thank you for your incredible support this year. We wish you joy, peace, and beautiful moments with your loved ones. 🎶🎄

Español
✨ ¡Felices fiestas de parte de todo el equipo del festival!
Gracias por su increíble apoyo este año. Les deseamos alegría, paz y hermosos momentos junto a sus seres queridos. 🎶🎄

Français
✨ Joyeuses fêtes de la part de toute l’équipe du festival !
Merci pour votre soutien incroyable cette année. Nous vous souhaitons joie, paix et de merveilleux moments avec vos proches. 🎶🎄

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