Day of the Dead Market 2025 in Granville Island

Day of the Dead Market 2025 – Granville Island 💀🌼 A Celebration of Life, Memory & Culture

📍 Location: 1500 Old Bridge Street, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC
📅 Dates: Saturday, November 1 – Sunday, November 2, 2025
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Both Days)
💲 Admission: Free | Family-Friendly
🎭 Organizer: Latincouver Cultural and Business Society
🌸 Part of: Latin American Heritage Month (LAHM) 2025

Event Overview

Celebrate one of Mexico’s most meaningful and colourful traditions at the Day of the Dead Market 2025 on Granville Island, returning for another year of art, culture, and community connection. This vibrant two-day festival invites visitors to explore the heart of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) — a joyful celebration that honours loved ones who have passed through music, storytelling, art, and tradition.

Presented by the Latincouver Cultural and Business Society, this event transforms Granville Island into a lively cultural hub filled with live performances, traditional crafts, workshops, and delicious Latin food, all wrapped in the warm glow of candles and marigolds.

Experience the Tradition

💀 A Joyful Cultural Celebration
More than a commemoration, Día de los Muertos is a celebration of life itself — a time to remember ancestors through colour, creativity, and community. Visitors can stroll through beautifully crafted ofrendas (altars) adorned with marigolds, candles, and photos while learning about the history and symbolism behind the tradition.

🎶 Live Music & Dance
Enjoy performances by local Latin artists and folkloric dance groups that fill the marketplace with rhythm and energy, capturing the joyful essence of Día de los Muertos.

🎨 Artisan Market & Crafts
Browse an array of handmade crafts, cultural art, and décor by talented Latin American vendors. From sugar skulls and papel picado to traditional jewellery and textiles, every piece tells a story of heritage and artistry.

🌮 Traditional Food & Flavours
Savour authentic Latin American dishes and festive treats — from tacos and tamales to pan de muerto — all prepared by local chefs who bring the flavours of Mexico and beyond to Vancouver.

👧 Workshops for All Ages
Participate in interactive family workshops that explore the traditions behind Día de los Muertos:

• Sugar Skull Decorating

• Papel Picado Crafting

• Mini Ofrenda Making

• Marigold Flower Workshops

• Storytime: Tales of Día de los Muertos

Each workshop provides an opportunity to learn through creativity, connecting participants of all ages to the beauty and meaning of this time-honoured celebration.

About the Event

Now part of Latin American Heritage Month (LAHM), the Day of the Dead Market is one of Latincouver’s signature cultural events, attracting thousands of visitors each year. After debuting in Granville Island over six years ago, this market has grown into one of the most beloved multicultural celebrations in Metro Vancouver — where Canadians and Latin Americans unite in honouring life, legacy, and love.

Why You Should Attend

🌼 Celebrate one of Mexico’s most symbolic cultural traditions
💃 Enjoy live Latin music and dance performances
🍲 Taste authentic Latin American food
🎨 Participate in hands-on family workshops
🕯 Explore artful altars and colourful market displays
👨‍👩‍👧 Perfect for families, culture lovers, and community members of all backgrounds

Location & Access

📍 Granville Island Public Market Area
1500 Old Bridge Street, Vancouver, BC
🚆 Transit: Accessible via SkyTrain (Yaletown-Roundhouse Station) and False Creek Ferries
🚗 Parking: Limited free parking available on-site; public transit encouraged
🚶‍♀️ Accessibility: Family-friendly and wheelchair accessible

About Día de los Muertos

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a traditional Mexican celebration held annually on November 1 and 2. Rather than mourning death, it honours life — remembering loved ones through music, food, and art.
Key symbols include:

• Marigolds (Cempasúchil): Flowers that guide spirits home.

• Ofrendas (Altars): Displays filled with offerings, photos, and candles.

• Calaveras (Skulls): Representing life’s cycle with joy and creativity.

• Butterflies: Believed to carry the souls of ancestors returning home.

Recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, Día de los Muertos connects generations through love, remembrance, and celebration.

About Latincouver

Latincouver Cultural and Business Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting Latin American and Canadian cultures through events, education, and entrepreneurship.
Their annual Latin American Heritage Month Festival (LAHM) features city-wide programming including music, art, film, food, and cultural workshops from mid-October through early November — highlighting the diversity and vibrancy of Latin American heritage in Canada.

Learn more at Latincouver.ca.

Celebrate Life Through Culture

Join the Day of the Dead Market 2025 at Granville Island and experience a celebration that beautifully blends Latin American tradition with Vancouver’s multicultural spirit.
With colourful altars, live performances, and family-friendly workshops, it’s more than an event — it’s a heartfelt invitation to celebrate life by remembering those who came before us.

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