Staff Report
Bradenton's Village of the Arts' biggest day of the year returns Friday from 6–9 pm and Saturday from 11 am–4 pm. This year marks the 22nd Annual Día de los Muertos - Festival of the Skeletons.
This free two-day celebration features live music, food vendors, and fun lights that light up the Village after dark and again on Saturday afternoon.
Honoring Frida Kahlo: This year, we’re celebrating the color, creativity, and unmistakable spirit of Frida Kahlo, one of Mexico’s most celebrated artists, with a special tribute at our main Community Village Shrine.
What to Expect:
- Food trucks and strolling music throughout the Village
- Pop-up vendors and one of a kind art
- Family fun all weekend long
- Shrines and altars displayed inside galleries, plus a Community Shrine and Memory Wall, open for everyone to honor their own loved ones
- FREE festival goodies for our first 300 guests!
Dress in your favorite Día de los Muertos attire for this colorful celebration of life, remembrance, and community.
Enjoy live music, food, face painting, pop-up vendors, and a special exhibit featuring artwork by local schoolchildren. Shops and galleries will be open, too, with plenty to see throughout the Village.
Pick up FREE FESTIVAL SWAG at participating locations, and download the festival map to help plan your visit.
Download your Festival Map Here
Bring your friends and family and join us as we celebrate 22 years of this wonderful Village tradition.
Location:
Village of the Arts
1227 12th Ave West, Bradenton, Fl
Parking:
Free street parking is available throughout the Village, with additional parking at the empty lot on 13th Ave and 12th St
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