SAN DIEGO COUNTY — October 17, 2026. California State Parks has announced a free, family-friendly Día de los Muertos celebration from October 31 through November 2, 2026, at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. The event takes place in the City of San Diego, not in Ramona; this report is provided for readers across the county considering a visit.
What visitors can expect
According to the State Parks announcement issued October 1, the celebration will feature traditional ofrendas, folkloric dancers, parades, face painting, sugar-skull activities and marigold displays. California State Parks, the Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce and the Boosters of Old Town are among the organizers.
Plan a visit without surprises
Admission to the announced celebration is free, but transportation, parking, food and individual vendors may involve separate costs. Check the event’s current schedule, accessibility information, and any weather-related changes before traveling. Do not confuse this cultural observance with a generic Halloween party: Día de los Muertos honors loved ones who have died.
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California State Parks: October 1 official event announcement · Find other verified fall events by county · California58 local newspaper directory.
Illustration: archival San Diego county landscape photo; not an image of this 2026 event. Event details are subject to change. This article contains no affiliate promotion.
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