Day of the Dead Market at Granville Island

Day of the Dead Market at Granville Island 2026

The Day of the Dead Market is a colourful celebration of life, memory, and heritage on Granville Island, honouring ancestors through the traditions of Día de los Muertos. Savour the flavours of Latin America, explore a lively artisan market, and enjoy live music that brings folklore and culture to life. Interactive activations and hands-on workshops let you craft sugar skulls, Catrina lanterns, and other traditional arts. More than a festival, it’s a communal gathering that preserves cultural heritage, connects generations, and turns Granville Island into a living tribute to the people we love and remember.

• When: Saturday, October 31, 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM (Catrina Party after 7:00 PM), and Sunday, November 1, 2026, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Where: 1500 Old Bridge Street, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC
• Cost: Workshops $5 to $20 each, with 20 spots per workshop
• Hosted by: Latincouver Cultural and Business Society
• Website: Day of the Dead Celebration at Granville Island

What to Expect

Latin American Food

Savour culinary delights from across Latin America.

Artisan Market

Browse a lively market of artisans and makers.

Live Music

Folklore and culture come to life on stage across both days.

Catrina Contest and Catrina Party

Show off your best Catrina look in the contest, then join the Catrina Party after 7:00 PM on Saturday.

Stage Schedule

Saturday, October 31

Catrina Contest at 5:30 PM | Catrina Party starts at 7:00 PM

• 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: DJ Two Monkey
• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Calpulli Cemanahuac
• 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: DJ Two Monkey
• 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Yo Soy Gera
• 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM: DJ Two Monkey
• 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Cantera
• 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: Artemisa
• 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Klave Mariachi Kids
• 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM: DJ Two Monkey
• 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Catrina Contest
• 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM: DJ Two Monkey
• 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM: 912 Band
• 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Mariachi Tabasko
• 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM: DJ Two Monkey
• 10:00 PM – 11:00 PM: Empanadas Ilegales

Sunday, November 1

Catrina Contest at 4:00 PM

• 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: DJ Alex
• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Casa Meshiko
• 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: DJ Alex
• 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Colectivo Yollotl
• 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: DJ Alex
• 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Nahualli
• 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Catrina Contest
• 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM: Doble Hemisferio
• 5:15 PM: Elder Mary Point
• 5:20 PM – 5:40 PM: Ceremony
• 5:45 PM – 6:45 PM: Grupo RM
• 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Mariachi Los Dorados

Arts and Crafts Workshops

Creative workshops explore traditional crafts, cultural heritage, ancestral traditions, and the art of honouring loved ones. Each workshop has 20 spots.

Saturday, October 31

Papel Picado: Colors in the Air

12:00 PM | $10
Create vibrant traditional paper banners and bring festive colours to life for Day of the Dead.

Sugar Skulls: Sweet Traditions

1:00 PM | $20
Decorate your own sugar skulls while learning the stories behind this iconic symbol of remembrance.

Catrina Lanterns

3:00 PM | $10
Craft lanterns inspired by La Catrina, illuminating memories and honouring loved ones.

Build Your Own Ofrenda: Honoring Loved Ones

4:00 PM | $5
Design a personal altar to remember and celebrate the lives of those who have passed.

Storytelling: Day of the Dead Memories

5:00 PM | $5
Share and hear stories that preserve memories, culture, and the spirit of community.

Sunday, November 1

Sugar Skulls: Sweet Traditions

12:00 PM | $20
Decorate your own sugar skulls while learning the stories behind this iconic symbol of remembrance.

Build Your Own Ofrenda: Honoring Loved Ones

2:00 PM | $5
Design a personal altar to remember and celebrate the lives of those who have passed.

The Ancestral Meaning of Corn

3:00 PM | $20
Explore corn’s deep significance in Latin American culture and traditions across generations.

Catrina Lanterns: Light and Legacy

5:00 PM | $15
Craft elegant Catrina lanterns while learning about their symbolism and history.