Celebrating Dia de los Muertos
Sunday, Nov 1, 2026 1-5 pm
Celebrate the Mesoamerican traditions of Día de los Muertos at Montalvo Arts Center’s 4th Lowrider Art Showcase with community partners the United Lowrider Council of San Jose and Local Color SJ.
Explore Montalvo’s historic grounds and Santa Clara County Park trails during a free, family-friendly afternoon celebrating the rich and diverse culture of the lowrider community. Enjoy lowriders on the lawn, art making, garden and trail access, local artists and vendors, DJs and dancing, food vendors, and concessions.
Come connect with community and experience how art and culture bring people together.
No parking on-site at Montalvo. Please go directly to West Valley College Parking Lot 5 for free parking and shuttle service to the event. This is also the designated rideshare pickup location.
Free Parking & Shuttle Service | Rideshare Pickup
Park for free in West Valley College Lot 5 and take the free shuttle to the event. This lot is also the rideshare pickup location. Use the directions link below to find it.
Directions to West Valley Lot 5 ↗Uber & Lyft Drop-off
For shorter wait times, consider taking Uber or Lyft directly to the event. Rideshare drop-off is at Montalvo Arts Center, Lot 1. For rideshare pickup at West Valley College, take the shuttle back to the college. Use the map pin below for drop-off directions.
Directions to Montalvo Lot 1 ↗
Presentation High School Folklorico, Alebrijes de Flor
With Maestra Natalie Del Real.
Wings Span: The Wearable Sanctuary
activated by Sophie Camp Lastra
Last shuttle to West Valley College
Drop in between 1 and 5 to enjoy a variety of fun art activities for the whole family!
Face-painting station
Paper Marigold activity station
REPUJADO Mexican Tin Art
By Local Colors
Take a break, enjoy a bite, and explore the delicious food and treats available throughout the event.
Lucas Artists Program Chef Jose Ortiz
From 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., explore the marketplace organized by Local Color in Charmaine’s Garden Terrace, where artists will showcase and sell amazing lowrider accessories.
We are grateful to our partners United Lowrider Council of San Jose (ULCSJ) and Local Color (LCSJ) for their collaboration in putting on this great event.
Sincere thanks to the program committee members, Lorena Perez, Montalvo Arts Center Board of Trustees Alumnus, Alejandro Aguilar, Montalvo Arts Center Board of Trustees Emeritus, David Polanco/ULCSJ President, Robert Diaz/ULCSJ Vice President, Janet Appleton/LCSJ Creative Experience Manager, and the Montalvo Arts Center Staff.
The 4th Annual Lowrider Arts Showcase is made possible by the George and Judy Marcus Family Foundation, in addition to the members and donors of the Montalvo Arts Center and the County of Santa Clara.
—Your friends at Montalvo Arts Center & the Outreach & Education Department
Discover a cultural oasis in Silicon Valley’s foothills. Montalvo Arts Center spans over 100 acres of woodland trails and gardens in Saratoga, located less than 20 minutes from Los Gatos, West San Jose, Monte Sereno, Campbell, Cupertino, Los Altos, Mountain View, Santa Clara, and Sunnyvale. We are a member-supported nonprofit organization whose mission is to enrich the lives of all people through the arts.
We serve our community year-round through diverse programming, including summer camps, educational field trips, concerts in the Carriage House Performing Arts Series, rotating exhibitions, the prestigious Lucas Artists Residency Program, and free community festivals.
Beyond our programs, everyone is welcome to enjoy a picnic on the Great Lawn, stroll through beautiful gardens, and experience our permanent outdoor sculpture collection—all free of charge. With the support of our community, we’re making the arts accessible to all in this remarkable setting.
