Jacumba Día de Los Muertos Lantern Workshop

Family-Friendly • 2 Hours • Ocotillo Lounge

by Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel· Jacumba Hot Springs, CA

What to Expect

Sunday, November 1 · 1–3PM | Family-Friendly · Open to the Public · All Ages

Take part in an intentional lantern-making workshop, crafting your own tribute to carry in our Procession to the Old Bathhouse.

To participate in our Procession, please meet at the Front Entrance of the Hotel at 7:30PM. Please bring your lantern.

Optional: Costumes and festive attire inspired by the rich colors, traditions, and spirit of the celebration are kindly encouraged. Adorn yourself in marigolds, florals, calaveras, traditional dress, or a look of your own.

Make A Daytrip of It

Soak in our hot mineral spring pools. Day Passes and Cabana Rentals for the Ritual & Solstice Mineral Spring Pools.
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Live Music

That evening at 8PM, experience a captivating live performance by Alma Sangre — a powerful Latino roots duo of singer/guitarist Antonio Aguilar and multi-instrumentalist/dancer Meg Castellanos, blending poetic Spanish guitar with fiery flamenco rhythms and dance at the Old Bathhouse.

Special Menu

All Are Welcome · Family-Friendly Restaurant

Enjoy traditional Día de Los Muertos dishes at Long Shadow restaurant;

Día de Los Muertos Featured Dishes:
Vegan Mole Rojo – Roasted cauliflower steak, mole rojo, beans, squash, pepita salsa macha, pickled onions
Mole Negro Short Rib – Braised beef short rib over creamy corn polenta, roasted carrots, pickled onions, toasted sesame
Chile en Nogada – Roasted poblano stuffed with beef, pork, dried fruit, and almonds, walnut sauce, pomegranate seeds, and parsley
Pan de Muerto con Champurrado – Sweet pastry, corn sugar ash, served with a warm corn drink

Our Ofrenda

Saturday, October 24 to Monday, November 2 · 5-8PM Daily | All Are Welcome · Not Ticketed · Family-Friendly

Housed within the historic ruins of our 1920s Bathhouse, our thoughtfully decorated community Ofrenda stands as a visual prayer to loved ones who have passed on.

We invite visitors to contribute mementos, photos, and offerings in remembrance of deceased loved ones, ancestors, children, and beloved pets. This shared altar is a space for reflection, celebration, and connection across generations.

The Bar + Restaurant at Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel will be open. Make a dinner reservation before the procession and show.
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Address

Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel

Pricing

Adult$23.68

Prices are typical; see the booking calendar for live availability and rates.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 2 days before the start time.

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