Día de los Muertos | Day of the Dead

We will be observing Día de los Muertos | Day of the Dead on October 31st, and November 1st.

Day of the Dead is a longstanding tradition rooted in Meso-American cultures spanning thousands of years. This event will explore ancestral and contemporary aspects of this surviving tradition, where we can reflect on the teachings and connections that persist today. The themes reflect death, spirits, and reverence for our ancestors. We hope to create a space to remember, cherish, and honor this sacred tradition.

These events are brought to you by the Thayne Center, Arts & Cultural Events, Community Relations, the West Valley Center, the Center for Community Knowledge with support from Native Indigenous Student Union (NISU), Latinxs United for Change & Activism (LUChA), and the Dream Center.

October 31st

Learn about Alebrijes
West Valley Center
3460 S. 5600 W.
6:00 – 8:00 PM

Join us at the West Valley Center on October 31st to learn about the significance of alebrijes, as well as honoring our loved ones who have passed by contributing to our community ofrenda. There will also be dance & musical performances, and a Catrin(a) runway.

Lastly, we will be featuring a piñata workshop, where you can create your own alebrije. Supplies for the piñata workshop are limited, so sign up to secure your spot.

We also encourage everyone to embrace the spirit of these traditions by dressing up as Catrines or Catrinas at the West Valley Center event. We would love to see participation from students, staff, faculty, and community members. Sign up for the Catrin(a) runway.

If you have any questions or need ADA accommodations, please contact Idolina Quijada at (801) 957-2124.

November 1st

Learn about Cacao & Sugar Skulls
Taylorsville Redwood Campus, Student Event Center
4600 S. Redwood Road
12:00– 2:00 PM

Join us at the Taylorsville Redwood Campus, Student Event Center on November 1st to learn about the significance of Cacao in relation to this tradition. Honor your loved ones at the community ofrenda, and enjoy dance performances!

Lastly, we will be featuring a sugar skull workshop, where you can create your own sugar skull. Supplies for the sugar skulls workshop are limited, so sign up to secure your spot.

If you have any questions or need ADA accommodations, please contact Brenda Santoyo at (801) 957-5124.