Step Into Día De Los muertos - La Experiencia

Each fall, Fiesta de Reyes becomes a world of color, artistry and remembrance. Día de los Muertos – La Experiencia returns September 1 through November 2, 2026, filling the plaza with dozens of creative displays ranging from small discoveries to larger-than-life Catrinas, along with decorated skulls and skeletons, marigolds, altars and cultural interpretation.

This year, a new integrated lighting package connects the transformation across the plaza, revealing new details and creating an especially memorable atmosphere after sunset. Visit by day, return at night and experience the celebration from an entirely different perspective.

La Experiencia is free, family-friendly and available throughout the season during regular Fiesta de Reyes hours. Dining, shopping and live entertainment make it easy to turn a visit into a complete Old Town experience.

Plan Your Visit

Dates

September 1st – November 2nd, 2026

Location

Fiesta De Reyes, 754 calhoun street, old town san diego state Historic Park

Admission

Free; family Frienldy

Best Time to see the lighting

Late Afternoon through evening

More

Check the current schedule for entertainment and special activities

Hours

Open Daily; Confirm Current Hours before visiting

parking

Free parking is available throughout old town. Additional parking is generally available across taylor street in the caltrans lot on weekends and after 5:00 pm on weekdays.