Forest Lawn will celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with in-person events across four Southern California locations, the cemetery announced this week.
The community events will honor the memories of the dead and bridge connections with ancestors. Colorful altars, larger-than-life Catrina and alebrije (spirit guide) art works, folklorico dance and Mariachi performances, arts & crafts, face painting, and refreshments will bring the vibrant traditions of the Mexican holiday to life.
The free, family-friendly events will take place on Sunday, November 2, 2025, from 12:00-3:00 PM at Forest Lawn’s Cathedral City, Covina Hills, Cypress, and Glendale locations.
Highlights for the Día de los Muertos celebrations include:
- Folklorico dance and Mariachi performances,
- Bob Baker Marionette performances at Covina Hills, Cypress, and Glendale, locations.
- Community ofrendas (altars) presentations.
- Traditional Catrina and alebrije (spirit animal) art works.
- Arts & crafts, face painting, and refreshments.
- Food trucks and carts with delicious offerings.
Forest Lawn-Glendale is located at 1712 S Glendale Ave, Glendale, CA 91205.
Forest Lawn-Cypress is located at 4471 Lincoln Ave, Cypress, CA 90630.
Forest Lawn-Covina Hills is located at 21300 Via Verde St, Covina, CA 91724.
Forest Lawn-Cathedral City is located at 69855 Ramon Rd, Cathedral City, CA 92234.