Día de los Muertos 2025
Día de los Muertos is officially celebrated on November 1st (“Día de los Angelitos”, which honors the souls of deceased children), and November 2nd. We asked SMC students and faculty how engaged they are with the holiday, and how impactful the celebration is on their lives.
Día de los Muertos: Honoring Spirits and Celebrating the Afterlife
Día de los Muertos began its second day of celebration on the Santa Monica Pier as the sun set over the ocean coastline on November 2, with Natives from the Tongva tribe joining Aztec members of the Kalpoli Tonelhuayo circle in ceremonies and blessings.
Santa Monica Celebrates Día de los Muertos
Angel City Market and Third Street Promenade host Día de los Muertos event