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Día de los Muertos Family Craft: Ofrenda at McHenry Public Library

October 28 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Children celebrate Día de los Muertos in Chicago with colorful face paint, flowers, and candles during a family-friendly community event.

Photo credit: iStock/FG Trade Latin

Description

Create your own Día de los Muertos ofrenda with your family at McHenry Public Library. Bring photos of loved ones to include on your altar and learn more about this beautiful Mexican tradition.

Event cost: Free admission, registration required

Event times: 6-7:30 p.m. Oct. 28, 2025

Additional Information

Website: https://mchenry.librarycalendar.com/event/manualidad-ofrenda-27352

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: North/Northwest Suburbs

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