Please join us for the “Day of the Dead” celebration at Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery on Sunday, November 2nd, 12:00pm - 5:00pm.

This bilingual event will take place in St. Anthony Mausoleum at Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery. Mass will start at 12:00pm followed by food, activities, and entertainment. EVERYONE is welcome to join the celebration; however, we have a special invitation for groups to participate in an ofrenda and tapete competition! Individuals can also participate in a catrín/catrina competition!

SCHEDULE

8:00am - 12:00pm Prepare ofrendas and tapetes

12:00pm - 1:00pm Mass

1:00pm - 1:15pm Explanation of Day of the Dead from a Catholic perspective

1:15pm - 3:00pm Food and entertainment

3:00pm - 4:00pm Award prizes

4:00pm - 5:00pm Music & clean up

Bring a copy of a picture of a loved one who has passed away to put on Mt. Olivet’s ofrenda!

DETAILS

• Groups can create their entries for ofrendas and tapetes between 8:00am and 12:00pm. 

• Please bring your own materials.

• Groups will need to remove their ofrendas and/or tapetes the same day (4:00-5:00pm).

• Youth under 18 who are not accompanied by a parent/guardian must fill out an activity release for minors.

• Please sign up to create an ofrenda or tapete so we can prepare for you!

• Ofrendas and tapetes will be judged using the following criteria:

1. Necessary elements are included! Please see guidelines document for details!

2. Creativity

3. Overall appearance

4. Originality

Individuals interested in the catrín/catrina competition should bring appropriate clothes. People will be here to help paint faces. Competitions for children 0-12 and individuals 12+ years old.