Mexican Local Festivals in Arlington, VA

An evening picnic on the lawn of MoCA Arlington with family-friendly activities, vendors, food trucks, and folklórico + mariachi performance Join us for an evening picnic on the lawn of MoCA Arlington. With family-friendly activities, vendors, food trucks, performance and games, this event celebrates the traditions and heritage of Día de los Muertos. Bring a photo of loved ones who have passed to include on the ofrenda, altar. Artist, David Amoroso, will build a large-scale altar on the front portico of the building. Come, be part, and celebrate! The museum will also be open late to explore the Fall exhibitions. Live Performance Mariachi Music from Mariachi Estrellas Folklórico Dance from Los Quetzales Poetry reading Participate Join the Catrina Parade - anyone dressed as a Catrina can take part! Ofrenda (altar) designed and constructed by artist, David Amoroso. Bring a photo of a loved one who has passed to include. Calavera Mask decoration Lotería games Museum galleries open late! Explore our current exhibitions Vendors David Amoroso Ana Schwar Ana Just Made It Trapillo Art Face painting by Otterly Artistic Designs Refreshments and Bites Rossana Coffee Tacos y Antojitos Los Combinados A Toda Madre --- Thank you AVLD Events for lighting & design display. No registration required. Event is free to attend!