Chiles, Chocolate And Day of the Dead Festival
Friday, November 01, 2024 from 09:00am to 04:00pm
Chiles, Chocolate And Day of the Dead Festival
Tohono Chul Park
7366 North Paseo del Norte
Treat yourself to a delectable fusion of flavors and traditions at Tohono Chul's Chiles, Chocolate, & Day of the Dead Festival!
Experience the vibrant energy of the Fall season with dozens of food vendors, local craftspeople, and entertainers who fill the gardens with delicious bites, handmade delights, and lively melodies. Kids can enjoy free craft activities and complimentary face painting for Día de los Muertos!
Immerse yourself in the artistry of personal ofrendas (altars) crafted by local artists and students, paying homage to the enduring borderland traditions of Día de los Muertos.
Schedule of Events
10 AM-3 PM: Musical Entertainment & Performances at Performance Garden
10-11 AM: Ballet Folklorico Los Mextucaz - Folklorico Dance Ensemble
12 PM-1 PM: Mariachi Corazon Latino - Mariachi Ensemble
1 PM-3 PM: Oscar Fuentes - Salsa, Rock & Roll, Pop, Musica Ranchera, Blues
Culinary Delights & Local Shopping: Spicy, Sweet, & Made in Tucson
Chocolatiers & Chile Roasters
- Crafts & Gifts
- Monsoon Chocolate (handmade luxury chocolate)
- Chocolate 66 (handmade chocolate)
- Carolina's Chocolate (spicy chocolate)
- Tucson Chocolate Factory (handmade chocolate)
- Chocolate Ritual (truffles with Mexican spirits like Mezcal and Bacanora)
- Untamed Confections (chocolate sweetened with honey)
- Jose's Kettle Corn & Cotton Candy
- Cactus Jack Lemonade (fruity & spicy fresh lemonade)
- Chiltepica (Saturday only)
- The Roasted Chile (green chile lemonade, cookies, and chocolate)
- Alfonso Olive Oils (gourmet olive oils)
- Hot Flash Chile Products (Hatch green chile products)
Crafts & Gifts
- Rainbow Goddess Designs (handmade headwear)
- Free Spirit Beading (jewelry, headwear)
- Silver Creations (silver jewelry)
- Mini Hobo Bags (hand-made Southwest-inspired totes)
- Tierra Antigua Zapotec Rugs (see their Loom in action!)
- Macs Upcycle (hand-made Catrina dolls)
- Sol Design Studio (Friday only)
- Mama Bear AZ (Arizona-themed candles, soaps, art, and jewelry)
Food & Drink Menu
Fresh Eats and Cold Drinks From the Garden Bistro!
Create & Celebrate
Chile Pepper and Día de los Muertos Inspired Crafts for Kids
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM: Complimentary Face Painting at Children's Garden
Enjoy FREE Día de los Muertos face painting with Desert Diva Face Painting — a colorful tribute to honor and remember loved ones.
Featured Plants
Featured Botanicals to Celebrate the Season (quantities limited)
Expressions of Love and Culture
Day of the Dead Altars by Local Artists & Students
Tohono Chul's Chiles, Chocolate, & Day of the Dead Altar Project features Altars of Remembrance created by regional artists and students from Safford K-8 School, Sunshine School, and Roskruge K-8.
Participating Artists Include:
Aimee Smythe
Annie Gordon
Antonio C. Estrada & Gloria J. Valenzuela
Carolee Asia
Elisa Salgado
Genevieve Guadalupe
Melanie Thomason
Patricia & Adam Silva
Royce Davenport
Sandy Luna
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