Dia de los Muertos Festival: A Celebration of Arts, Culture and Life!

Join us for a joyful celebration of life, art, and culture at the annual Día de los Muertos Festival in Chester, Virginia! Hosted in partnership with the Latin Ballet of Virginia and the Perkinson Center for the Arts and Education, this vibrant community event honors the traditions of Día de los Muertos through live performances, music, dance, food, and hands-on art activities for all ages.

Festival Highlights:

11:30 AM – Opening Performance by the Latin Ballet of Virginia
 Live performances every hour
 Art-making stations, face painting, and crafts
 Local vendors and cultural resources
 Delicious food for purchase
 Costumes welcome – come dressed in your Halloween best!

“Día de los Muertos is a time to celebrate life and honor the memory of our loved ones. We are proud to share this cultural tradition through dance, music, and community in partnership with the Perkinson Center,”

– Arianna Moore, Executive Director, Latin Ballet of Virginia

Bring the whole family and experience the magic of Día de los Muertos, a day of remembrance, color, creativity, and community!