SF’s 2026 Dia de los Muertos “Festival of Altars” in The Mission

Marigold Project

The Marigold Project invites you to the 34th annual Festival of Altars, a Día de los Muertos celebration honoring loved ones through art, remembrance, and community. Held at Potrero del Sol Park, also known as La Raza Park, the festival brings families together to create and view intricately decorated ofrendas honoring ancestors. For more than three decades, these community altars have celebrated loved ones while also reflecting on broader social and political issues. This year’s theme is “Familia: Entre raíces y el Cielo,” which translates to “Family: Between Roots and Heaven.” Organizers invite visitors to reflect on family as a living ecosystem and on families around the world experiencing displacement, separation, and violence.

The Marigold Project’s Day of the Dead Festival of Altars Monday, November 2, 2026 | 4–10pm Potrero del Sol Park, San Francisco FREE Altar creation begins at 10am | Sunset ceremony and land blessing at 5pm | La Gente SF performs at 8pm You can build your own personal altar or bring flowers, 8-inch glass-enclosed prayer candles, photographs, and mementos of loved ones to contribute to the community altars. The creation and viewing of traditional, contemporary, and experimental ofrendas offer a meaningful way to honor those who have passed and connect with others through shared traditions. All are welcome to participate. Check the Marigold Project’s Instagram for altar guidelines and the latest event updates. Directions: Potrero del Sol Park (La Raza), 2827 Cesar Chavez Street, San Francisco. Public transit is recommended. Check current BART and Muni routes before traveling. No vehicles are permitted inside the park.

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