ROM After Dark
Day of the Dead

A woman and a man dressed up for Day of the Dead celebrations.

Date

Saturday, Nov 1, 2025

Admission

$40.00 Regular Price

Audience

Adults (19+)

About

Step into the spirit of Día de los Muertos at ROM After Dark: Day of the Dead. And for the first time ever, we’re bringing the party to a Saturday night! 

Get swept up in live performances, jaw-dropping DJs, and beautiful art installations that light up the night. From beats that keep you moving to cultural moments that ground you in tradition, it is guaranteed to be an unforgettable celebration where the past and present collide.

As always, tickets include 1 free drink* and access to the entire Museum, including Sharks and Crawford Lake: Layer in Time.

Performances

DJ Panza posing in front of a white background.
DJ Panza

Feel the heat as DJ Panza spins the hottest Latin beats—salsa, reggaeton, bachata—mixed with disco, freestyle, and old-school jams. Full of energy, he will keep the party alive all night long.

The Mexicans Folk Ballet performing on stage.
The Mexicans Folk Ballet

Experience the vibrant spirit of Mexico through breathtaking folkloric dance. With over 25 choreographed works, this ensemble blends tradition with contemporary artistry.

El Experimento posing while dressed like a cowboy.
El Experimento Drag Performance

A captivating crooner and Latin cowboy rolled into one, El Experimento defies convention with performances that blend humour, choreography, and sassy showmanship.

Natalie Nox posing for a portrait with a flower headdress.
Natalie Nox

Mexican-Canadian DJ and producer Natalie Nox fuses folkloric influences with Afro and Latin house, delivering electrifying sets that have earned global recognition.

Two men playing music on a guitar and trumpet in black and white.
Latin Jazz feat. Nat Beja

Relax and enjoy a soulful mix of jazz manouche and Latin classics with Nat Beja and ensemble, reinterpreting timeless songs with swing and heart.

Mariachi Mexico Amigo posing in a group photo in front of a cityscape.
Mariachi Mexico Amigo

Toronto’s most celebrated mariachi band brings live music and festive energy to the night. For over 25 years, they’ve been sharing the joy of authentic mariachi across the GTA.

Activities

Macario Film Screening: Discover a classic of Mexican cinema with Roberto Gavaldón’s Macario (1960), a haunting tale brought to life with the extraordinary cinematography of Gabriel Figueroa.

Community Ofrenda: In partnership with the Día de Los Muertos Collective, take part in a museum-wide altar honouring loved ones and celebrating tradition.

Skeleton Selfie Stations: Strike a pose among Day of the Dead skeletons for the ultimate RAD photo moment.