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6 ways to celebrate Día de los Muertos in Alabama
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As November approaches, communities across the state prepare to celebrate Día de los Muertos—the Day of the Dead.
Rooted in rich Mexican traditions, this holiday is a vibrant, joyful time dedicated to honoring and remembering ancestors and departed loved ones.
From large-scale festivals at historic landmarks to community art shows and library gatherings, here are six ways to celebrate Día de los Muertos right here in Alabama.
Día de los Muertos Saturday Crafternoon | Theodore
The Mobile County library calendar lists a Día de los Muertos-themed craft event where visitors can take part in seasonal creative activities.
- Location: Theodore Oaks Branch Library, 5808 Highway 90 West, Suite E, Theodore, AL
- Times: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 3–4PM
- More info
Día de los Muertos Educational Celebration | Florence
Florence Arts and Museums hosts a family-friendly community program where guests are encouraged to bring a small picture of a departed loved one or pet to add to the community space, supplemented by hands-on seasonal activities.
- Location: Southall House at KD Art Center, 209 E. Tuscaloosa St., Florence, AL 35630
- Times: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 1–4PM
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Día de Muertos Festival | Montevallo
This free community festival celebrates Mexican traditions with memorial altars, music, food, face painting and colorful decorations beneath the pecan trees at Orr Park.
- Location: Pecan Grove at Orr Park, 940 Island Street, Montevallo, AL
- Times: Sunday, November 1, 2026, 2–9PM
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Día de los Muertos Número 24 | Birmingham
Bare Hands, Inc. hosts a lively festival celebrating the lives of loved ones who have passed. Enjoy traditional ofrendas, live music, dancers, a memorial procession, Latin food and a local artist market.
- Location: Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark, 20 32nd Street North, Birmingham, AL 35222
- Times: Monday, November 2, 3–8:30PM
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This is just one of the six festivals in Birmingham. Check out more ways to celebrate in the Magic City here.
Día de los Muertos Community Celebration and Youth Art Show | Decatur
Celebrate the holiday through youth artwork and traditional ofrendas displayed at the Alabama Center for the Arts. The free event is open to the public, and the exhibitions remain available for two more days.
- Location: Alabama Center for the Arts, 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL 35601
- Times: Monday, November 2, 5–9PM | November 3–4, 8AM–8PM.
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Día de los Muertos | Huntsville
Huntsville’s annual celebration has also featured traditional ofrendas, cultural performances, local vendors and Mexican food. It is located at A.M. Booth’s Lumberyard.
- Location: The Lumberyard, 108 Microwave Dave Way, Huntsville, AL
- Times: November 1, 12-10PM | November 2, 3-9PM
- More info
Find more ways to celebrate the holiday across north Alabama.
Día de los Muertos in Alabama
