Día de Muertos Celebration at the Little Rock Zoo

Celebrate Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) with us at the Little Rock Zoo! This vibrant event is a beautiful way to honor and remember loved ones who have passed away, while embracing the rich traditions of Hispanic, Latino, and Latinx cultures.

Event Highlights:

• Community Ofrenda: Contribute to our communal altar by adding photos, drawings, and mementos of your beloved pets.
• Art & Crafts: Engage in creative activities, including paper marigold making, and face painting.
• Live Music & Dance: Enjoy traditional music and dance performances that will highlight and uplift the spirit of Día de Muertos.

Join us for a day filled with joy, remembrance, and cultural celebration. This event is perfect for families and individuals of all ages. Let’s come together to honor the past and celebrate the present in the beautiful surroundings of the Little Rock Zoo.

Schedule of Activities- October 26, 2024

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Meet and greet with Fairy Tale Characters in the front plaza.

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Groove to the Monster Mash with Harp on the Steel Drums at the Civitan Pavilion.

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM: Face painting will be available for $12 in the Entry Plaza

11:00 AM: Ambassador Animal Experience at the Amphitheater Stage. Discover and learn more about our fascinating South American animal ambassadors!

11:45 AM: Join us for a costume contest at the Civitan Amphitheater to win a special prize!

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM Live performances by Maritza la Rebelde at the Civitan Amphitheater

4:00 PM: Dance performances by Perlas de México at the Civitan Amphitheater

4:40 PM: Dance performances by Perlas de México at the Civitan Amphitheater

5:20 PM: Dance performances by Perlas de México at the Civitan Amphitheater

Perlas de México

Perlas de México is a folk dance group that started with 4 members as a hobby, presenting shows in schools, churches and small organizations. The interest of the Hispanic community made us grow day by day, connecting us with support services and organizations. For us folklore It represents life, freedom, culture and traditions. For Perlas De Mèxico, being able to continue spreading culture in this region of the country is a source of great pride, but above all, ensuring that our culture continues to be preserved in new generations is essential for them to feel the greatness of our Mexico.

* Please confirm directly with the promoter or box office to ensure event details have not changed.