Location of ofrenda: 7752 W. Vernor, Detroit, MI 48209

Laura L. Chavez installed the ofrenda at this location. Frida Kahlo “Pies, ¿Para que los quiero si tengo alas pa’ volar?” (Feet, what do I need you for when I have wings to fly?) Using traditional elements of an ofrenda to honor the memory and legacy of Frida Kahlo. In addition to incorporating a bird cage unite Frida Kahlo’s images alongside birds and butterflies.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 10/20/24 through 11/10/24

Contact SDBA for more information: 313-842-0986 & Info@southwestdetroit.com

EVENTS:

The Atrium Project Exhibition: “Recuerdos~Remembering”
Description: Honoring the impactful work of multi-media artist Mary Laredo Herbeck, this
exhibition provides a powerful glimpse into her life and creations in Southwest and
Metro Detroit from 2000 to 2010.
– Dates: October 24 – November 22, 2024
– Location: Southwest Detroit Business Association

Special Event: Artist Talk
Date & Time: November 14, 2024, from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Description: Join us for a special evening with Mary’s longtime partner and collaborator,
Vito Valdez, as he shares stories and insights into her inspiring work.

Location of ofrenda: 8701 W Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209

Blanca Zelaya installed the ofrenda at this location. It is dedicated to Ismael Duran, founder of COMPÁS.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 10/23/24 through 11/8/24

Contact Blanca Zelaya for more information: Blancaz@southwestdetroit.com & 206-487-8338

Location of Ofrenda: 6900 McGraw Ave. Detroit, MI 48210

Alexis R. Escoto installed the ofrenda at this location. Los Barrios Unidos Ofrenda – This Ofrenda is dedicated to the diversity & community building of the Southwest Detroit community.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 10/14/24 through 11/1/24

Contact Unity in Our Community Time Bank  for more information: 313-451-0135 & uoc.timebank@gmail.com

EVENT:
Día de Los Muertos Community Event

Description: This event includes a Mexican imports vendor, refreshments, arts & crafts, a Ballet Folklórico performance, a Día de Muertos history presentation, and a land blessing.

– Date & Time: November 1, 2024, from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

– Location: Bridging Communities, 6900 McGraw Ave, Detroit, MI 48210

– Contact: Unity in Our Community TimeBank | 313-451-0135 | uoc.timebank@gmail.com

Location of this Ofrenda: 6680 Michigan Ave. Detroit, MI 48210

Angel Olvera installed the ofrenda at this location. Monarca is a community ofrenda of loved ones who passed while migrating or away from their homeland.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 10/16/24 through 11/5/24

Contact Garden Fresh Market Place for more information: 313-897-4406

EVENT:

Calaveritas Alegres

Description: Decorate sugar skull paper masks with vibrant colors and enjoy light refreshments!

– Date & Time: November 11, 2024, at 11:00 AM

– Location: 6680 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48210

– Contact: Garden Fresh | 313-897-4406

Location of Ofrenda: 5931 Michigan Ave. Detroit MI 48210

Ernesto Nava installed the ofrenda at this location. This ofrenda is dedicated to Homero

Gomez.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 10/21/24 through 11/4/24

Contact Prince Valley for more information: 313-898-9717

Location of Ofrenda: 4750 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48201

Alexis R. Escoto installed the ofrenda at this location. Hannan Memory Garden – To Honor Those Who Made An Impact in The Older Adult Community in Southeast Michigan.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 10/16/24 through 11/1/24

Contact Hannan Center for more information: 313-833-1300 & rgillespie@hannan.org

Location of Ofrenda: Robert C. Valade Park 2670 Atwater St. Detroit, MI 48207

Renee Rodriguez & Maria Elena Rodriguez installed the ofrenda at this location. Community Ofrenda is dedicated to everyone we have loved and lost.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 10/28/24 through 11/4/24

Contact Detroit Riverfront Conservancy for more information: 313-566-8200 & info@detroitriverfront.org

EVENT:

Día de los Muertos Celebration

Description: Celebrate Día de los Muertos on the Detroit Riverfront with food, live music, ballet folklórico, shop vendors, and children’s activities. View a community ofrenda honoring loved ones.

– Date & Time: November 2, 2024, from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

– Location: Robert C. Valade Park, 2670 Atwater St, Detroit, MI 48207

– Activities Schedule:

– 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Children’s Storytelling

– 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Food Trucks, Shop Vendors, Arts & Crafts

– 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Ballet Folklórico Moyocoyani Izel Dance Performance

– 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Live Music by Luna

– Contact: Detroit Riverfront | 313-566-8200 | info@detroitriverfront.org

– Admission: Free

Location of Ofrenda: 1211 Trumbull Detroit, MI 48216

Natalie Rivera installed Ofrenda at this location. It is a community ofrenda, that represents years of community members.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 10/21/24 through 11/4/24

Contact DHDC for more information: Anitazavaladhdc1.org

EVENT:

Día de los Muertos Celebration – Tequila Tasting

– Date & Time: November 1, 2024, from 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

– Location: 1211 Trumbull, Detroit, MI 48216

– More Information: [www.dhdc1.org]

Location of ofrenda: 1000 Ste. Anne St. Detroit, MI 48216

Yuliana Bautista installed the ofrenda at this location. This ofrenda is dedicated to basilica parishioners.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 10/20/24 through 11/3/24

Contact Yuliana Bautista for more information: 313-496-1701 & yuliana.bautista@steannedetroit.org

EVENT:

Misa Día de los Muertos

– Date & Time: November 2, 2024, at 12:00 PM

– Location: Basilica of Ste. Anne de Detroit, 1000 St Anne St, Detroit, MI 48216

– Contact: Yuliana Bautista | 313-496-1701 | yuliana.bautista@steannedetroit.org

Location of Ofrenda: 3437 Bagley St, Detroit, MI 48216

Gloria Rosas Baiocco installed the ofrenda at this location. This ofrenda is dedicated to family & the Southwest Detroit Community. Ofrenda has been built up over multiple years.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 10/15/24 through 11/7/24

Contact Xochi’s Gift Shop for more information: 313-842-6410

Location of Ofrenda: 3923 W. Vernor Detriot, MI 48216

La Jalisciense team installed the ofrenda at this location. The ofrenda is dedicated to nuestros angeles.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 10/24/24 through 11/4/24

Contact La Jalisciense Supermercado y Taqueria for more information:  less.vargas.lajali@gmail.com

EVENT:

Día de Los Muertos Festival

Description: Celebrate Día de los Muertos with interactive activities, music, and a unique cemetery display.

– Dates & Times: October 31 – November 3, 2024 (various times)

– Location: 3923 W Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209

– Tickets & Information: [Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-dia-de-los-muertos-festival-tickets-1043229396207?aff=ebdssbdestsearch)

Location of Ofrenda: 1331 Military St. Detroit, MI 48209

Ana, Alicia, Alondra, Adriana and Monica Alvarez installed the ofrenda at this location. This ofrenda is dedicated to all our beloved departed family and ancestors, with special focus on our grandparents (Alvarez-Rubio and Caballero-Molina). This altar features a combination of our immigrant roots from Durango, Mexico and our Mexican-American roots in Texas and Michigan.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 10/30/24 through 11/8/24

Contact Cafecito Alvarez for more information: cafecitoalvarez313@gmail.com

Event:

Día de los Muertos Sip and Shop Detroit

Description: Enjoy an outdoor, family-friendly event featuring 20+ local vendors and a special Día de Muertos menu by Cafecito Alvarez. Free parking available.

– Date & Time: November 3, 2024, from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

– Location: 1323 Military St, Detroit, MI 48209

– Admission: $1

Location of Ofrenda: 7150 Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209

LA SED seniors led by Maria Enriquez installed the ofrenda at this location. The LA SED Senior Center altar is a tribute to our indigenous roots. The altar was designed by our seniors led by Maria Enríquez. The painting is a loan from Rene Lara. Seniors added photos, statues, and other art.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 10/15/24 through 11/4/24

Contact La SED Senior & Youth Center for more information: 313-841-8840

EVENT:

Seniors Costume Contest

– Date & Time: October 31, 2024

– Location: 7150 West Vernor Highway, Detroit, MI 48209

– More Information: [www.lasedinc.com]

Location of Ofrenda: 7755 W Vernor Detroit, MI 48209

Olga Munoz installed the ofrenda at this location. This ofrenda is dedicated to the family’s grandmother.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 11/1/24 through 11/8/24

Contact Mexicat Gift Shop for more information: Munozolga27@yahoo.com

EVENT:

Día de los Muertos Market

– Date & Time: November 2, 2024, from 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM

– Location: Mexicat Store, 7755 Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209

Location of Ofrenda: 7752 W. Vernor Detroit, MI 48209

Mauro Cruz installed the ofrenda at this location. Our community ofrenda includes the four elements: water, wind, earth, and fire. Water is left in a pitcher so the spirits can quench their thirst. Papel picado, or traditional paper banners, represent the wind. Earth is represented by food, especially bread. Candles are often left in the form of a cross to represent the cardinal directions, so the spirits can find their way. It will have the common three levels, which represent heaven, earth, and the underworld. To prevent any hazardous situations the display will utilize battery-powered candles but will include a string of “plug-in” lights, and incense with the appropriate incense holder.

Ofrenda visitation is available from 10/15/24 through 11/4/24

Contact MPC for more information: 313-492-0963

Dedicated to Laura M. DeLaRosa she is Laura Chavez-Wazeerud-Din’s
grandmother and she shares with us her story. My viejita was the best storyteller I
ever knew. Her stories had the power to heal inspire and impower me. She was my
first teacher, my first superhero, she was my everything. She taught me life lessons I
still use today. She taught me our family history and our cultural history (not found in
any textbooks). It is my duty to carry on her legacy. My hope is that my son will grow
up with a sense of self that I have instilled in him the essence of who we are outside
of the false identities we grab hold of as we navigate the world. Annually I create our
family ofrend Like my viejita I tell our story, De La Rosa.

The last day the ofrenda is open to the public: November 10, 2023

– Website/Social Media: https://southwestdetroit.com/

– Facebook & Instagram: @sdbadet

Contact: Noelia Gomez   noeliag@southwestdetroit.com

8701 Vernor Hwy Detroit MI 48209

Dedicated to Ismael Duran, who was the Director for the COMPAS program and helped support it for many years.

Contact: Blanca Zelaya blancaz@southwestdetroit.com

The last day the ofrenda is open to the public: November 10, 2023

1000 St. Anne St. Detroit MI 48216

• Contact: Yuliana Bautista 313-496-1701 ext 10 & Yuliana.bautista@steannedetroit.org
• Last day for visitors to see ofrenda: November 5, 2023
• Event Information: 

– All Soul’s Day/Day of the Dead Mass in the Basilica of Ste. Anne at 7 pm on November 2, 2023

 – Location1000 St. Anne St. Detroit, MI 48216. Free event no cost

• Social Media/Website: https://ste-anne.org/events/

1922 Springwells Detroit MI 48209 

Dedicated to Frida Kahlo 

• Contact: Neveria y Duceria Guadalajara 313-737-2918 
• The last day ofrenda is open to the public: November 14, 2023
• Website/social media: Facebook and Instagram @ Neveria Guadalajara

❖ DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS OFRENDA

• 5900 W Vernor Hwy Detroit MI 48209
• Our ofrenda is dedicated to our beloved founder Lucia Arriaga Avila, and the generations that preceded her – shaping the strength and love of our family. We honor our loved ones every day, but especially during this time dedicated to the celebration of the lives they lived and the memories and stories that have been passed onto us, which we’ll later pass down to the generations that follow us.

• Contact: El Rancho Mexican Restaurant 313-843-2151
• The last day the ofrenda is open to the public: November 4, 2023
• Event Information: 

 – Día de los Muertos We will be giving out pan de el dia de Los muertos from 10am-4pm on November 2, 2023. Free no cost. 

– Location:  5900 W. Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209. 

– Contact: Elranchomexrest.avila@gmail.com

• Social Media/Website: Instagram @elranchomexrest

❖ DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS OFRENDA

Dedicated to family members.

• Oct. 10 to Nov. 6
• Tues. to Sat. 10:30 am to 10 pm
• Sun. 10 am to 10 pm

Large groups must make a reservation.

• (313) 841-3315
• www.mipueblorestaurant.com
• FB: @mipueblorestaurant

Robert C. Valade Park 2670 Atwater St. Detroit 

• Contact: Detroit Riverfront Conservancy info@detroitriverfront.org 
• The last day ofrenda is open for the public: November 6, 2023
• Event Information: 

– Día de los Muertos, October 28, 2023, 11 am – 3 pm, 

– Location: Robert C. Valade Park, 2670 Atwater St. Detroit, 

– Contact info@detroitriverfront.org

– Free Event 

• Website/Social Media: https://detroitriverfront.org/2023dayofthedead

Alvarez Party Store (1331 Military St Detroit, MI 48209)

This ofrenda is dedicated to all our beloved departed family and ancestors, with special focus on our grandparents (Alvarez-Rubio and Caballero-Molina). This altar features a combination of our immigrant roots from Durango, Mexico, and our Mexican-American roots in Texas and Michigan.

• Contact for more information: cafecitoalvarez313@gmail.com
• The last day ofrenda is open to the public: November 6, 2023 
• Event Information: Día de Los Muertos Festival 

– Nov 2nd 2023, 3pm-9pm

– Location: La Jalisciense Detroit 3923 Vernor HWY

– $5 for event 

• Social Media/Website: Cafecito Alvarez on Facebook @cafecitoalvarez on Instagram

Mexciantown CDC Galeria 2835 Bagley St. Suite 600 Detroit MI 48216

Ofrenda is dedicated to SWDET Tejano Musicians-Community-Peace/Músicos Tejanos de SWDET-Comunidad-Paz

• Contact: Georgina Garcia Georgina.garcia@mexicantowncdc.org & 313-626-6232 
• The last day ofrenda is open to the public: November 10, 2023 
• Event Information: Community Healing celebration | Free Mexican Hot Chocolate and Pan de Muerto

– November 2, 2023, at 2835 Bagley St. Suite 600 Detroit MI 48216 from 10 am-6 pm

– Contact: Georgina.garcia@mexicantowncdc.org &  313-962-6232

• Social Media/Website: Instagram: @mexicantowncdcdet / Facebook: @mexicantowncdcdetroit/ www.mexicantowncdc.org

3041 W Vernor Detroit MI 48216

Community Ofrenda

Contact: Mexican Patriotic Committee of Metro Detroit 313-518-4354 & admin@mpcdetroit.org

The last day ofrenda is open to the public: November 4, 2023 

Event Information: Mexican Patriotic Committee Ofrenda: A Community Celebration. 

 – Visitors will learn about the culture and the elements that make up the Ofrenda. Sugar Skull crafts will be available for donations; as well as a Day of the Dead Market on November 1st-3rd. We invite you to visit the Ofrenda through Friday, November 4th, 2023. Visitation times are 3-7 p.m. on weekdays and 12-7 p.m. on weekend days. – Free Event. 

Social Media/Website: FaceBook: mexicanpatrioticcommitteeofmetrodetroit

5931 Michigan Ave. Detroit MI 48210 

Dedicated to Chocolate Abuelita 

• Contact: Prince Valley @ 313-898-9717
• Last day ofrenda is open to the public: N/A

Website/social media: https://www.facebook.com/PrinceValleyMarket/

4670 Junction Ave Detroit MI 48210

A diverse group of artists and volunteers will be installing the ofrenda. “From the River to the Sea”: an ofrenda and vigil dedicated to the lives lost in Palestine. Calling on our ancestors to bring us solace and spiritual guidance to continue to fight for an immediate ceasefire and restorative justice for the 75 years of occupation imposed upon the Palestinian people.

• Contact: Amelia Duran 313-475-7414 & info@garagecultural.org
• The last day ofrenda is open to the public: November 10,2023

• Event Information: 

We will have open gallery hours this week November 6, 2023-November 10, 2023 by appointment and Sat November 10, 2023 12-4 pm before it comes down.

• Social Media/Website: https://www.instagram.com/garagecultural/

7150 Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209

Dedicated to some of the people whose shoulders we stand on…Ruben Acosta, former board chair who started “Cena de Los Pobres”.  Strong women, like Selena and Frida Kahlo, both paintings by Rene Gomez Lara.

Ofrenda on display until the end of November.

4870 St Hedwig St, Detroit, MI 48210

Dedicated to the loved ones of our employees, families and friends.

5449 W Vernor Hwy, Detroit MI 48209

Display Windows 

• Contact: Flamingo Vintage 313-489-3902
• The last day ofrenda is open to the public: November 6, 2023
• Social Media/Website: Instagram @flamingovintagedetroit

DHDC’s Warehouse 1211 Trumbull, Detroit MI 48216

• Contact for more information: DHDC 313-967-4880
• Event Information: Día de los Muertos acknowledges the symbiotic relationship between life and death. 

– 10/27/2023 5:00 PM / 10:00 PM 

– Location:1211 Trumbull Detroit MI 48216

-Contact: 313-967-4880

-Free event 

6509 Michigan Ave Detroit MI 48210

This Ofrenda will be crafted for everyone in our academy and street dance community who has lost someone and wants to honor them.

• Contact: Motor City Dance Academy 313-800-5976 & info@motorcitysda.com
• The last day the ofrenda is open for the public: November 7, 2023 
• Website/Social Media: Instagram & Facebook @ Motorcitysda

1701 Trumbull Suite C. Detroit MI 48216

A family & Friends Ofrenda. We will also be opening it up to the Corktown Community to place photos on the Ofrenda. 

• Contact: Mama Coo’s Boutique: Mamacoosboutique@gmail.com & 313.404.2543
• The last day ofrenda is open to the public: November 11, 2023 
• Event Information: We have also curated an assortment of one-of-a-kind vintage and handmade items to adorn your personal Ofredas. Vintage table linens, frames, and personal items so your Ofrendas will be as special as the loved ones you are creating them for.
• Social Media/Website: Instagram & FB : @Mamacoosboutique