Event Dates
From: Saturday, October 21, 2023
To: Saturday, October 21, 2023
Día De Los Muertos, also called Day of The Dead, is a celebration of life, a culmination of family, entertainment and most of all fun!
Día De Los Muertos, also called Day of The Dead, is a celebration of life. Día San José is a culmination of family, entertainment and most of all fun! Throughout the day, visitors will sing, dance, laugh and celebrate their loved ones.
- Stay in downtown, just a 5 minute drive from all the gay bars and clubs in The Alameda district. The AC Hotel by Marriott is a readers choice with great rooms and modern décor.
The Event
- Held in the historic Cesar Chavez Park, Día San Jose is the area’s largest Day of the Dead celebration and you would be foolish to miss it. Stay close to the event at the San Jose Marriott, just a short walk from the square and close to all the city’s main attractions.
- Día San Jose is a one-of-a-kind event where revellers commemorate the Mexican holiday: deceased souls of loved ones are welcomed back for a momentary reunion filled with dynamic entertainment, lively dancing, melodic singing, people dressed in eye-catching costumes and makeup, and more.
- Día San Jose never strikes a sombre tone and hits all the right upbeat notes for this uniquely Mexican tradition.
- The festival combines music, culture, tradition, food and art into a mezcal that tastes as good if not better than your abuelas capirotada. Come and rock the dead, rattle your bones and shake the soul.
The Artist Colony
- Walk through the Artist colony filled with over thirty five contemporary and traditional artists who have masterfully captured the spirit of Día De Los Muertos.
- You don’t want to miss the signature altars that the low and slow amigos at Blvd Bombs create every year from the back of their trunks, you thought their cars were a work of art, wait until you see the altars they create.
The Main Stage
- On the main stage enjoy music that we are sure will put you into the muerto mood, cheer on your favourite Lucha Libre match, or watch in awe of local Chicano youth artists paint murals live at the festival, all while having home cooked authentic Comida Mexicana, no food trucks here, all are old school con safos.
- Relax in the festival’s signature beer garden with a cold chela and experience a unique taste of San Jose.
Gay San Jose
- Splash Bar and Grill – Busy LGBTQ nightspot with two separate levels for dancing and a rooftop patio. Regular theme nights.
- Renegades Bar – Gay bar serving great cocktails and appetizers. Pool table, darts, pinball, and outdoor patio.
- Mac’s Club – Oldest gay bar in San Jose. Dive bar serving strong drinks. Friendly staff and patrons.
Trending Hotels in San Jose
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The Fairmont, The Westin, Hotel De Anza, AC Hotel by Marriott
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Boasting a fitness centre and free WiFi, East Campus Condos by Barsala is situated in the centre of San Jose. All units here feature a flat-screen TV, a living room with a sofa, a well-equipped kitchen with a dining area, and a private bathroom with shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries.
Located downtown, the Westin San Jose offers a gym, an authentic Italian restaurant and elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi are featured. Modern decor and a flat-screen TV is in every room at The Westin San Jose. Each is classically decorated with modern decor and contemporary furnishings.
This classic hotel is in downtown San Jose, which features shopping and dining. The property features a multilingual front and tour desk. The hotel provides rooms service for each meal. Hotel De Anza, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel rooms include 1 flat-screen TV and a refrigerator and a work desk.
AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and bar in San Jose. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking is available on site.
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This smoke-free hotel features 3 restaurants, a restaurant, and an outdoor pool. Other amenities include 2 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness center, and a coffee shop/café. All 510 rooms feature comforts like pillowtop beds and pillow menus, refrigerators and coffee makers. WiFi and wired Internet, flat-screen TVs with cable channels.
A restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a spa tub, and valet parking. All 353 rooms feature comforts like pillowtop beds and premium bedding, refrigerators and coffee makers. WiFi and wired Internet are standard, as are LCD TVs with cable channels.
A restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. Other amenities include self parking, a business center, and conference space. All 86 rooms offer a refrigerators and coffee makers, plus free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Guests will also find room service, free newspapers, and free bottled water.
A garden, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free motel. All rooms are soundproofed and offer free WiFi and ironing boards. For a bit of entertainment, flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves.