# Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

> Event for families in the Chicago–Naperville–Elgin area (IL / IN). Times are Central Time.

- When: Sun, Nov 15 · 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Where: Prairie Lakes Community Center, 515 E Thacker Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Free
- Organizer: Des Plaines Park District
- Official page: https://www.dpparks.org/event/day-of-the-dead/
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Celebrate a tradition of honoring and remembering loved ones. Participants create keepsakes and learn about traditional customs.

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