Scottsdale Dia De Los Muertos - Art Installation

Experience a tapestry of cultures as world-class artists come together with our local community to create an awe-inspiring, larger-than-life celebration of life, love, and remembrance. Wander through the enchanting displays of Dia de Los Muertos and Mesoamerican-inspired art, brought to life by talented artists from across the Valley of the Sun, Southwest, Los Angeles, Mexico City, and Oaxaca de Juarez, Mexico.

Amidst the beauty of Scottsdale Civic Center, especially in the West Bowl and Civic Lawn areas near the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, discover the heartwarming Oaxaca Community Altar. This intricately designed space, adorned with two-dimensional and three-dimensional art, invites you to honor your loved ones who have passed on. Join us in celebrating their memory, as we believe they live on through the cherished moments we hold dear.

Marvel at the majestic Grand Skulls, paying a touching tribute to those we hold close in our hearts. These sculptures, inspired by ancient Mesoamerican traditions, echo the enduring spirit of Dia de Los Muertos. Symbols of calacas and calaveras abound, reminding us of the beauty found in life's cycles of transformation and renewal.

Journey through time and culture at the Quetzalcóatl Altar Temple, a testament to the wisdom and vitality embodied by the Mesoamerican deity, Quetzalcóatl. This altar, dedicated to the roots of Oaxacan and Southern Mexican traditions, offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of history that shapes our cherished celebrations.

These beautiful Dia de Los Muertos events are brought to you in collaboration with LORE Media & Arts, the city of Scottsdale, the Mexican Consulate General in Phoenix, and the Old Adobe Mission. We can't wait to welcome you and your family to this heartwarming celebration of life and love.

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