Alebrije Project for DOD 2025
Alebrije Project for the Dia de Los Muertos Celebration 2025!
Boca del Rio, Cienfuegos Sister Cities and Tacoma Sister Cities in partnership with
the 6th Avenue Business District are excited to present Alebrijes as the featured art
form at our annual Dia de los Muertos on 6th Ave celebration!
Alebrijes (pronounced ah-lay-bree-hay), a Mexican folk art, are brightly colored, 3D
fantastical creatures, known for their unique blend of animal and mythical features,
vibrant colors, and intricate designs made from papier-mâché or wood. The art form
was created by Pedro Linares in Mexico City where giant alebrijes are featured in their
annual parade.
Only 15 businesses along 6th Avenue will be chosen to display an alebrije created by a local artist during the month of October 2025. Click here to apply as a business and be considered.
The Alebrijes Project:
Key Events & Exposure
Alebrije Walk Saturday, October 18th, 2-4 PM
Día de los Muertos Street Festival Saturday October 25th, 11-6 PM
Día de los Muertos Amor Eterno Ball & Silent Auction Saturday, November 1st, 5:30-9:30 PM
Important Dates
Art Drop-Off: October 10-15, 2025
Art Pick-Up: October 30
*To participate as an artist or sponsoring business, please click here to apply as a business, or click here to apply as an artist.
Interested in becoming a Sponsor?
Click here to fill-out the online sponsorship application, choose your sponsorship level, and pay for it online through our secure payment portal to show your support!
Interested in being a Vendor or Participant?
Click here to fill-out our online vendor application and pay for it through our secure online payment portal.
Can’t Attend Our Events, but Wish to Support?
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