Chiles, Chocolate And Day of the Dead Festival

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.

Don't miss our community altar, where you can leave recuerdos (remembrances) for your lost loved ones which will be taken to Tucson's All Souls Procession on Sunday, November 3rd to be burned in the famous Burning of the Urn Ceremony.

Schedule of Events

10 AM-3 PM: Musical Entertainment & Performances at Performance Garden

10 AM-12 PM: Oscar Fuentes - Salsa, Rock & Roll, Pop, Musica Ranchera, Blues

12 PM-1 PM: Mariachi Corazon Latino - Mariachi Ensemble

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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