Día de los Muertos in Los Angeles: 6 Places to Go
Guide · Published 20 October 2026
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Día de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, is a Mexican tradition that honors loved ones who have died, often with altars, marigolds, art and music. In Los Angeles, Gloria Molina Grand Park lists a Día de los Muertos exhibition with altars, art, music and community gatherings. It runs October 24 to November 2, 8 AM to 9 PM, and admission is free. The other five entries below are attractions around the city, listed with their published hours, transit and age rules, to help you plan the rest of a visit during the season. Check each venue's own channels before you go.
1. Gloria Molina Grand Park
Gloria Molina Grand Park lists a Día de los Muertos celebration featuring altars, art, music and community gatherings. The ten-day exhibition runs October 24 to November 2, 8 AM to 9 PM. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. The park is in Downtown Los Angeles between First and Temple streets, from The Music Center to City Hall. The nearest stop is Civic Center/Grand Park station on the Metro B and D Lines.
| Admission | Free |
| Nearest station | Metro Red or Purple Line to Civic Center/Grand Park Station, Gold Line to Union Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station |
| What it is | Park |
| Booking | grandparkla.org/rentals |
| Ages | All ages welcome |
| Indoor or outdoor | Outdoor |
- Address: Downtown Los Angeles, between First and Temple streets, from The Music Center on the west to City Hall on the east
- Hours: Open daily 5:30am to 10:00pm; October 24 to November 2, 8 AM to 9 PM (ten-day exhibition)
- Phone: 213-972-8080
- Website: grandparkla.org
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2. Plaza de la Raza
Plaza de la Raza is a cultural center for the arts and education at 3540 North Mission Road, Los Angeles. It lists free cultural programs alongside classes in visual art, dance, music and theatre. Hours are Monday to Friday 9AM to 8PM and Saturday 10AM to 2PM, and it is closed Sunday. Metro Local buses 76 or 78/79/378 stop at Lincoln Park Ave. and Mission Rd..
| Nearest station | Metro Local buses 76 or 78/79/378 stop at Lincoln Park Ave. and Mission Rd. |
| What it is | Arts education school offering courses in visual art, dance, music, and theatre |
| How to book | Online registration and walk-in registration at administration office |
| Ages | Students of all ages |
- Address: 3540 North Mission Road, Los Angeles, CA 90031
- Hours: Classes offered Monday through Saturday after school; Monday – Friday: 9AM – 8PM, Saturday: 10AM – 2PM, Sunday: Closed
- Phone: (323) 223-2475
- Website: plazadelaraza.org
3. Madame Tussauds Hollywood
Madame Tussauds Hollywood is a wax museum at 6933 Hollywood Blvd. Admission is listed from $29, and tickets can be bought online in advance. It opens 10am to 8pm daily except Oscar Sunday. Guests of all ages are welcome, though those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over.
| Admission | from $29 |
| What it is | Wax museum |
| Booking | Online booking portal available |
| How to book | Online tickets available; tickets can be purchased online in advance |
| Ages | Guests of all ages welcome; those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over |
- Address: 6933 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, California 90028
- Hours: 10am - 8pm; 10am to 8pm daily except Oscar Sunday
- Phone: (323) 798-1670 (from Google)
- Website: madametussauds.com
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4. Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood offers a guided studio tour of the Warner Bros. Studio lot, soundstages, backlots and sets. It is at 3400 Warner Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, with taxi and ride-share drop-off at that address. Listed hours are 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Guests must be 5 or older, and ages 5 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is through wbstudiotour.com.
| Nearest station | Taxi and ride-share drop-off available at 3400 Warner Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505 |
| What it is | Guided studio tour exploring Warner Bros. Studio lot, soundstages, backlots, and sets |
| Booking | wbstudiotour.com |
| Ages | 5 years of age and older |
| Time needed | 6 hours including guided and self-guided experiences |
- Address: 3400 Warner Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505
- Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
- Phone: 818-977-8687
- Website: wbstudiotour.com
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5. Grand Central Market
Grand Central Market is a historic market with food vendors at 317 South Broadway, Los Angeles. It opens daily 8am to 9pm, with the info desk open 10am to 6pm. Historic Broadway Station on the Metro A/E Line and Pershing Square Station on the B/D Line are about one block away. Metro Bike Share has a station at 303 S Broadway Street.
| Nearest station | Metro A/E Line at Historic Broadway Station, or B/D Line at Pershing Square Station, approximately one block away |
| What it is | Historic market with food vendors and cuisines |
- Address: 317 South Broadway, Los Angeles, California 90013
- Hours: Daily 8am to 9pm; Daily from 8am to 9pm
- Phone: (213) 359-6007 (from Google)
- Website: grandcentralmarket.com
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6. Petersen Automotive Museum
The Petersen Automotive Museum is an automotive museum with collections and guided tours. It opens 10 AM to 6 PM daily. The nearest transit is Wilshire/Fairfax station on Metro's Purple Line. Children 13 and under must be accompanied by a guardian at least 18 years old, and kids under 4 are not allowed in the Vault. Most visitors spend 2 to 3 hours, and the phone number is 323-930-2277.
| Nearest station | Wilshire/Fairfax station on Metro's Purple Line |
| What it is | Automotive museum |
| Ages | Kids under 4 are not allowed in the Vault |
| Time needed | Most visitors spend 2-3 hours |
- Address: 6060 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 (from Google)
- Hours: 10 AM - 6 PM, Open Daily; 10 AM - 6 PM, 7 days a week
- Phone: 323-930-2277
- Website: petersen.org
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Frequently asked questions
When does the Día de los Muertos exhibition at Grand Park run?
Gloria Molina Grand Park lists a ten-day exhibition from October 24 to November 2, 8 AM to 9 PM.
Does it cost anything to visit Grand Park for Día de los Muertos?
Admission to Gloria Molina Grand Park is listed as free. All ages are welcome.
How do I get to Grand Park by Metro?
Use Civic Center/Grand Park station on the Metro B and D Lines, or the Grand Av Arts/Bunker Hill or Historic Broadway Little Tokyo/Arts District stops on the A and E Lines.
What is a Día de los Muertos altar?
An altar, or ofrenda, is a display built to remember people who have died. It often includes photos, candles, marigolds, food and personal objects connected to the people being honored.
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