ABOUT THE PRODUCTION Marigolds y Memorias is an original devised production inspired by the traveling carpa tradition, in which humor, music, and storytelling come together in a vibrant theatrical journey. Guided by their ancestors, a younger generation rediscovers the heart of Día de Muertos, the meaning behind each of its elements, from candles and…
Join IDEAL PDX Founder and Artistic Director Jessica Lagunas for a bilingual (English/Spanish) hands-on workshop creating marigold-inspired artwork while learning about the flower's significance in Día de Muertos traditions. In this hecho a mano, adults and teens will explore creativity, remembrance, and cultural traditions through art.
During the "Milagro Central Eastside Muertos Celebration," when we remember and honor loved ones who have passed, it's fitting to consider how we steward resources bequeathed to us. Representatives from Point West Credit Union lead this bilingual (Spanish/English) financial literacy enfoque in which participants learn about how they can protect their inherited assets for the next generation.…
This satellite event of the 2026 Milagro Central Eastside Muertos Celebration takes place at Bar Bottelón 606 NE Davis Street, Portland, OR 97214 Join IDEAL PDX artist Santa Mikiztli for this special community gathering where you will learn how to play and sing two traditional Mexican folk songs for Día de Muertos! La Llorona and La Bruja…
NO TICKETS OR ADVANCE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS FREE EVENT! As part of the Milagro Central Eastside Muertos Celebration, artists, businesses, and community organizations come together to host Día de Muertos altar installations for public viewing. Each partner is linked with one or more artists from IDEAL PDX, who collaborate with employees to determine a theme or…
Learn the traditional art of repujado (embossed metalwork) with IDEAL PDX multidisciplinary artist Yathzi Turcot, whose work ranges from painting and photography to papier-mâché and digital media. Participants will create artwork inspired by Día de Muertos while exploring themes of memory, ancestry, and celebration. Born and raised in Actopan, Hidalgo, Mexico, Yathzi has lived in…
This satellite event of the 2026 Milagro Central Eastside Muertos Celebration takes place at New Deal Distillery 900 SE Salmon Street, Portland, OR 97214 Join us for the opening reception of New Deal Distillery’s Día de los Muertos altar honoring the spirited individuals who left us too soon. Inspired by the energy of nightlife…
Join us for the opening reception of New Deal Distillery’s Día de los Muertos altar honoring the spirited individuals who left us too soon. Inspired by the energy of nightlife and the joy these individuals brought into our lives, the altar invites us to remember them through music, movement, offerings, and community. The evening will…
This satellite event of the 2026 Milagro Central Eastside Muertos Celebration takes place at Cumbia Corazón 222 SE 8th Avenue, Portland, OR 97214 The Cumbia Corazón studio transforms into a living altar for an unforgettable evening of remembrance and celebration. The night opens with an enchanting dance performance by students of Cumbia Corazón led…
This satellite event of the 2026 Milagro Central Eastside Muertos Celebration takes place at Hey Doc Clinic 1221 SE Madison Street, Portland, OR 97214 At this hands-on workshop led by IDEAL PDX artists Mariel del Rincon and Marilyn Shawe, participants will decorate small skulls as they learn about a popular Mexican tradition associated with…
This satellite event of the 2026 Milagro Central Eastside Muertos Celebration takes place at Nossa Familia Coffee 1633 SE 3rd Avenue, Portland, OR 97214 Join IDEAL PDX artist Marilyn Shawe for a presentation about the cultural significance and traditions of Día de Muertos. Marilyn designed and assembled Nossa Familia Coffee’s altar, entitled “De la…
The Altares y Muertos Tour is free and open to all, and it has become one of the most popular and beloved activities of the Milagro Central Eastside Muertos Celebration. Beginning at 11:30 AM, participants assemble in El Zócalo, the community gathering space at El Centro Milagro, and each guest is gifted a garland of…
The Portland Grief House invites you to join The Lost Table, a welcoming space to gather in community, remember those we've lost, and share in the traditions that help us keep them close. Bring a dish, pull up a chair, and make a place at the table for the dead. Grief can be hard to…
Join us for our 15th annual Día de Muertos fundraiser! ¡Viva Milagro!, the culminating event of our annual Milagro Central Eastside Muertos Celebration, will take place Tuesday, November 10, 2026 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM! This ever-popular event, once again emceed by the one-and-only Enrique Andrade, will feature a wonderful dinner from Madrina Cocina Mexicana and La…
ABOUT THE PRODUCTION It's A Christmas Carol...remixed! Brimming with Christmas songs in both Spanish and English, A Xmas Cuento Remix is a high-energy theatrical experience that blends storytelling, music, and movement to craft a world where past, present, and future collide in unexpected and unforgettable ways. Anita Chapa loses her job on Christmas Eve, and…
ABOUT THE PRODUCTION Experience the remarkable story of Ignacio Villa, one of the most original and influential artists in 20th-century Cuban music. Through evocative puppetry and rich music, audiences follow a poor Black boy in Cuba as he dares to dream of a bigger life. Encouraged by renowned singer Rita Montaner, and inspired by…
ABOUT THE PRODUCTION The electrifying Spanish-language premiere of Ricardo Pérez González’s El Mangó Incomible submerges audiences into a gripping psychological drama where secrets, the past, and trauma collide. Amidst a hurricane, a Puerto Rican family wrestles with their duties, the ghosts of their past, and what they want for the future. Blending raw intensity with dark humor, González crafts…
ABOUT THE PRODUCTION Set during the 1986 World Cup, in the aftermath of the devastating 1985 Mexico City earthquake, a community is shaken by grief and loss. Through magic tamales, a broken radio and new connections, a family learns to reopen their doors. In Masa, playwright Salomón Maya turns a Mexican staple into a powerful…