Day of the Dead Remembrance Celebration: Music, Ritual and Community

About the event

At the start of November, Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) fills homes and streets across Mexico with golden marigolds, candlelight, photographs and favourite foods. It’s a time when the dead are thought to be closest, and families welcome them back with music, laughter and love.

Join us for an afternoon of music and remembrance in that spirit, with time for quiet reflection as well as celebration.

We’ll begin with group singing led by Jannah Warlow from Grief Choir. No musical experience is needed, and you can take part as much or as little as you like.

Next, Mexican-British artist and academic Pablo Villierezz (aka Panther Panther!) will share the Day of the Dead traditions he grew up with and lead a musical ceremony: a reflective, uplifting tribute to all those we carry with us.

Together, we’ll build an ofrenda (altar) to honour those who have died, with photographs and offerings of the things they loved. You’re welcome to bring a photo of someone important to you and a small offering to place beside it: food, a piece of clothing or another object with meaning. You can take both home with you afterwards.

There’ll be hot chocolate and pan de muerto, the sweet ‘bread of the dead’ traditionally baked for the occasion.

Come as you are.

This event will be held at the Trinity Centre, BS2 0NW in Bristol. It starts at 4.30pm, but you are welcome to arrive from 4pm. More details will be emailed to everyone who registers in the days before the event.

The Trinity Centre is fully wheelchair accessible. Please get in touch at [email protected] if there’s anything we can do to support your access needs.

Ticket costs:
Standard rate: £7
Discounted rate (Please choose this ticket if you are on a low income, unwaged, a student, retired on a limited income, or if a reduced price would make it easier for you to attend): £5

If cost is a barrier to purchasing a ticket, please get in touch. You can email us at [email protected]