Día de los Muertos | Salsa in Toronto Program

About This Event

The Día de Los Muertos Downtown Kitchener celebration honors Mexican and Latin American traditions that pay tribute to deceased loved ones. This vibrant, family-friendly experience features a cultural parade, lively mariachi music, traditional foods such as pan de muerto, beautifully decorated altars, performances, and interactive activities. Attendees of all ages are invited to explore the cultural significance of the holiday while celebrating life and remembrance in a welcoming and engaging environment.

Artists & Performers

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Meet the artists and performers bringing music, dance and tradition to Día de los Muertos.

DJ

DJ IcePink

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM DJ Set

3:45 PM – 4:30 PM DJ Set

DJ IcePink mixes Bachata Sensual, Urban Kiz, and Brazilian Zouk, and is a resident DJ at TenC Dance Company’s SBKZ Thursday socials. As a DJ and dance instructor, her upbeat Latin mixes connect strongly with dancers on the floor.

Dance & Storytelling

The Mexican Folk Ballet

The Mexicans Folk Ballet, a Mexican dance company established in Toronto since 2012 under the direction of Jorge Zarate Tristan, with the main purpose of share and promote Mexico’s culture, traditions and folklore through dance, based on the cultural heritage of Mexico, enriching andsharing it with the Canadian and International community.

Mariachi · Live Music

Mariachi Los Gallos

Mariachi Los Gallos is a unique multicultural phenomenon of professional, talented and enthusiastic musicians from very diverse ethnic backgrounds. In its short life span, Los Gallos Mariachi has built its own distinctive identity, solid prestige and firm leadership. Its success story has positioned it, as an iconic role model for old and new mariachi bands in Canada. 

Live Music

Conexión Latina Band

1:15 PM – 2:00 PM Set 1 · Live Music

3:00 PM – 3:45 PM Set 2 · Live Music

Conexión Latina unites musicians from Latin America and Canada. Their vibrant sound blends Cuban salsa, Colombian cumbia and tropical rhythms that celebrate Latin musical traditions.

Dance Performance

TenC Dance Co

2:30 PM – 3:00 PM Performance

TenC Dance Co is a Latin dance school specializing in Bachata Sensual, Brazilian Zouk, Salsa, and Urban Kiz. Led by Hayley and Miguel, the school offers a structured curriculum focused on technique, connection, musicality, and fluid movement in a safe and supportive learning environment.

Live Music

Cumbia Power Band

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Closing Set

Cumbia Power is a ten-member band bringing authentic cumbia and tropical rhythms to audiences across Canada with energetic live performances.

Event Schedule

Plan Your Day

Saturday, October 31

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

DJ Set

DJ icePink

DJ Set

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Dance / Performance

The Mexican Folk Ballet

Set 1 · Storytelling

12:00 PM – 12:45 PM

Live Music

Mariachi Los Gallos

Live Music

12:45 PM – 1:15 PM

Dance / Performance

The Mexican Folk Ballet

Set 2 · Storytelling

1:15 PM – 2:00 PM

Live Music

Conexión Latina Band

Set 1 · Live Music

2:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Parade

2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Dance / Performance

TenC Dance Co

Performance

3:00 PM – 3:45 PM

Live Music

Conexión Latina Band

Set 2 · Live Music

3:45 PM – 4:30 PM

DJ Set

DJ icePink

DJ Set

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Live Music

Cumbia Power Band

Closing Set

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