City of San Rafael, CA
09/01/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/01/2026 16:15
Build Giant Kites for San Rafael’s Día de Muertos Celebration
Get involved with San Rafael's Día de Muertos celebration by joining a team of community artists to create traditional giant kites, known as barriletes gigantes.
Free 8-week workshops will take place every Friday from September through October at 50 Canal St. in San Rafael. Participants will work alongside local artists to design and build giant kites that will help bring the traditions and creativity of Día de Muertos to life.
No prior art experience is needed. Everyone is welcome to participate.
Workshops
- Every Friday, September through October
- 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
- 50 Canal Street, San Rafael
- Free
To sign up, contact [email protected] or (415) 526-2486.
The completed kites will be part of San Rafael's Día de Muertos celebration on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Albert J. Boro Community Center. The free community event will take place from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm and will bring the community together to honor loved ones through art, culture, music, and celebration.
This project is made possible by the Marin Cultural Association, Multicultural Center of Marin, and the City of San Rafael.
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