DTLA Spookysburg at Smorgasburg FREE s Muertos FREE!!

Join us on Saturday, October 24, 2026 for TWO fun and exciting cultural event festivals taking place all day in Downtown Los Angeles.
Grand Ave Arts: All Access (GAAAA) and Dia de Los Muertos Opening Day Festivities!!!

Join us for the 10th anniversary of LA's free open-house of the arts-GAAAA. Arts and cultural institutions along Grand Avenue will open their doors to visitors of all ages for a day of free workshops, performances, tours, and interactive events. Explore art, music, dance, literature, art making and more. All events are free and open to the public, rain or shine.
HOURS FOR GAAA: 11:00am to 4:00pm. Many institutions are participating including the Broad, Walt Disney Concert Hall, Colburn School, Dataland at the Grand, MOCA and others….

Also happening is Dia de Los Muertos celebrations at Gloria Molina Grand Park from 10/24 to 11/2. The park transforms into a space of remembrance, healing, and celebration with altars, art, music and community gatherings. At night it turns into an illuminated, sacred civic sanctuary and invites visitors to honor departed loved ones and celebrate life and heritage.
HOURS FOR Grand Park Dia de los Muertos 11:00am-9:00pm. Opening celebration festivities are from 11:00am-4:00pm and the outdoor exhibitions of community ofrendas are open until 9:00pm

LOCATION: Along Grand Avenue between Temple Street and 6th Street.
LINKS for more info: www.grandavearts.org and www.grandparkla.org

\A FEW HIGHLIGHTS:
\Broad Museum: Attend a spray paint workshop by local graffiti artist SABER. Watch local graffiti artists and muralists create new large work! FREE ADMISSION!
\Dorothy Chandler Pavilion: Discover a stunning collection of authentic LA Opera costumes worn on stage, showcasing the exquisite artistry that magically transforms singers into unforgettable characters. Step inside and explore grand opera’s breathtaking detail up close!
\Free Tours of Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and Walt Disney Concert Hall where docents will share details of each theatre’s history and architecture, while highlighting the many pieces of artwork, sculptures, tapestries, paintings and antiques from across the globe—some dating back to the 17th century.
\Gloria Molina Grand Park: Dia de Los Muertos festivities
\Dataland: Artist talk from 12-1pm with DATALAND Founders

ROUTE/MAP: Everyone is welcome to explore at their own pace and leisure. We can also meet up at various venues along the route. See the links www.grandavearts.org and www.grandparkla.org for more info.
BRING: Credit card, Zelle, or cash in case you want to purchase merch, food, or snacks. ID card if you buy a drink. Per the website, umbrellas under 12” when collapsed will be allowed but over 12" will not be allowed. Please refer to the links for prohibited items.
LENGTH: A few blocks along Grand Ave.
LEVEL: Easy due to mostly flat terrain. Grand Park has steps and ramps.
PACE: At your own pace
MEETUP SPOT: Everyone is welcome to explore whatever they want. That said, everyone will likely be enjoying the festivities rather than waiting in one spot or constantly checking the app. You can wander or check the event schedules if you prefer something more organized. We can also announce our whereabouts in the comments. I will post my whereabouts as we get closer to the event so you can find me if you want. Keep in mind please that all of us are here to enjoy and explore so don't expect folks to spend time on their phone or checking the app.
MEETUP TIME: You can arrive and leave anytime. I will probably arrive by noon and I’ll post in the comments.
RESTROOMS: at the event
PARKING: $10.00 at Main Music Center Garage 135 N. Grand Ave and Walt Disney Concert Hall Garage 111 S. Grand Ave.
METRO: Located at the Civic Center/Grand Park station along the Metro B Line (Red) and D Line (Purple) via Metro’s new Regional Connector at Grand Av Arts/Bunker Hill or Historic Broadway Little Tokyo/Arts District stops on the Metro A Line (Blue) and E Line (Expo)
METRO A LINE OPTION: Park at Lincoln/Cypress station for FREE and take the A line to Historic Broadway and walk.
WATER and FOOD: at the event available for purchase.
LIABILITY: The organizer is an uncompensated and untrained volunteer. By joining this event each member accepts full responsibility for knowing their limits, for all injuries, health issues, material losses, assessing all risks and for getting lost. Each member shall make their guests aware of these policies and releases the host from all liability.