Day of the Dead, 1 November | Event in Manchester | AllEvents

Day of the Dead

Instituto Cervantes Manchester

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Sat, 01 Nov, 2025 at 01:00 pm

3 hours

Biblioteca Central de Mánchester

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Date & Location

Sat, 01 Nov, 2025 at 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm (GMT+00:00)

Biblioteca Central de Mánchester

St Peters Square, Manchester, United Kingdom

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About the event

Day of the Dead
Come to the Instituto Cervantes to celebrate the Day of the Dead

About this Event

We’re thrilled to bring you Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead), a unique and ancient Mexican tradition that honours our loved ones who have passed away.

In Mexican culture, it is believed that during this time of year, our ancestors return to visit, and families welcome them with open arms. We’ll be preparing their favourite dishes, dancing to lively music, and sharing stories that keep their memory alive.

  • Traditional Dances: Colibrí Mexican Folkdance UK will mesmerise you with their energetic performances.
  • Day of the Dead Activities: Join in with themed crafts, workshops, and games.
  • Mexican Altar Display: at Instituto Cervantes Manchester, lovingly crafted to welcome our ancestors. The altar will be on display from Friday, 24 October to Thursday, 6 November.

Programme - Manchester Central Library :

  • 1:00 PM – Story Time: .
  • 1:30 PM – Piñata: For children aged 0 to 7.
  • 1:30–2:45 PM – Crafts & Traditional Face Painting.
  • 3:00 PM – Performance by Colibrí Mexican Folkdance UK.

All Are Welcome:
This is a free, drop-in event suitable for all ages.


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Te presentamos el Día de Muertos, una tradición mexicana única y ancestral que honra a nuestros seres queridos que han fallecido.

En la cultura mexicana, se cree que durante esta época del año nuestros ancestros regresan para visitarnos, y las familias los reciben con los brazos abiertos.

Prepararemos sus platillos favoritos, bailaremos al ritmo de música alegre y compartiremos historias que mantienen viva su memoria.

  • Danzas tradicionales: Colibrí Mexican Folkdance UK te sorprenderá con sus actuaciones llenas de energía.
  • Actividades del Día de Muertos: Participa en talleres, manualidades y juegos temáticos.
  • Ofrenda mexicana: Visita el impresionante altar de muertos en el Instituto Cervantes de Mánchester, cuidadosamente elaborado para dar la bienvenida a nuestros ancestros. La ofrenda estará expuesta desde el viernes, 24 de octubre hasta el jueves, 6 de noviembre.

Programa - Biblioteca Central de Mánchester:

  • 13:00 h – Cuentacuentos: .
  • 13:30 h – Piñata: para niños de 0 a 7 años.
  • 13:30 a 14:45 h – Manualidades y pintura de cara tradicional.
  • 15:00 h – Actuación de Colibrí Mexican Folkdance UK.

¡Todos son bienvenidos!
Este evento es gratuito y abierto a todas las edades.


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Day of the Dead, 1 November | Event in Manchester | AllEvents
Day of the Dead
Sat, 01 Nov, 2025 at 01:00 pm
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