Sat 31 Oct · 11am
Poppyfield Common · Dickson
a street parade, folk bands and an ofrenda for the ones we lost
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🌺💀 A CELEBRATION OF LIFE, MEMORY & COMMUNITY
🎉 FREE ENTRY – ALL AGES WELCOME!
SAT 31 OCT - 12pm–8pm
SUN 1 NOV - 11am–4pm
Join us for a colourful weekend of Mexican culture, live music, dance, art, food and community as we celebrate Día de los Muertos - Day of the Dead!
A celebration of life, memory and the people we love, Day of the Dead is one of Mexico's most beautiful cultural traditions.
At the heart of the festival is our Community Ofrenda – a traditional Mexican altar honouring loved ones who have passed. Everyone is welcome to visit, reflect and contribute a photo or small offering.
🌼 SAT 31 OCT @ 12pm - 8pm
🎶 THE MAIN FIESTA!
An afternoon and evening of live entertainment, cultural performances and family activities!
🥁 LIVE MUSIC & STREET PARADE: 🎸 Latin American Folk Music 🎶 Zambezi Sounds 🥁 Raio de Sol
💃 MÉXICO LINDO DANCE GROUP: Experience traditional Mexican dance and culture, including a colourful street procession alongside Raio de Sol.
💀 LA CATRINA & COSTUME COMPETITION : Meet La Catrina, the iconic figure of Día de los Muertos, in a theatrical performance celebrating Mexican tradition. Dress up, get creative and join our Day of the Dead costume competition!
🌺 COMMUNITY OFRENDA : Visit our traditional altar, learn about its significance and bring a photo or offering to remember someone special.
🎨 KIDS & FAMILY ACTIVITIES : Sugar skull painting, arts and crafts, face painting and creative activities for the whole family.
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When is Day of the Dead Fiesta @ Poppyfield Commons?
Sat 31 Oct 2026, 11am.
Where is it?
Poppyfield Common, Dickson, ACT.
Where do I get tickets?
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