Dia de los Muertos Celebration & Concert
Thursday, October 30, 2025 | 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
James E. & Beverly Rogers Student Center
Outdoors on the Plaza & Ballroom
Admission: Free for all ages
Registration: Registration is highly encouraged
Event Location: The event will be held on the Plaza in front of the Rogers Student Center (RSC). All guests are asked to please check-in at the check-in tent near the scorpion statue upon arrival.
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We look forward to celebrating with you at this year’s Dia de los Muertos Celebration & Concert.
Event Details
Nevada State University and City of Henderson have partnered for a vibrant and heartfelt Dia de los Muertos Celebration and Concert. This tradition, rooted in Latin American cultures honors the lives of those who have passed while embracing the joy, color, and music that reminds us life is to be celebrated.
The evening will feature stunning altars (ofrendas), artwork, traditional dance, and a special concert by Flor de Toloache. Tickets are not required for guest admission, but registration is highly encouraged.
The RSC Plaza is an outdoor space with limited seating available on a first come, first served basis. There’s ample standing room, but keep in mind the surface is concrete, so you might want to dress comfortably.
You can always get the most up-to-date information here on this page, check back regularly for more updates.
Featuring
Latin Grammy-winning Artist
Flor de Toloache
Mariachi Plata from the College of Southern Nevada
Peso Neto
Luis Valera-Rico
Flor de Toloache
Flor de Toloache is the Latin GRAMMY®-winning, two-time GRAMMY®-nominated group that has revolutionized mariachi with fierce feminine power and fearless genre fusion. Founded by Mireya Ramos and Shae Fiol in 2008 as NYC’s first all-women mariachi, they rose from subway platforms to internationally acclaimed stages, touring globally and across the U.S. Known for their stunning performances and vocal prowess, they’ve collaborated with icons like The Black Keys, John Legend, Alicia Keys, and Mon Laferte, and entranced audiences at Tiny Desk, Coachella, Newport Folk Fest, Austin City Limits, and on Apple TV’s “Little Voice.” With every note, Flor de Toloache elevates tradition into a sound that is timeless, brilliant and entirely their own.
This project is supported in part by Creative West which receives support in part from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.
Mariachi Plata
Mariachi Plata is the premier collegiate mariachi ensemble in the United States, proudly representing the College of Southern Nevada (CSN). Composed of talented student musicians from CSN’s mariachi program and fine arts music curriculum, the group has earned national recognition for its excellence and dedication to tradition.
Mariachi Plata strives to set the standard for collegiate mariachi, inspiring and leading the Las Vegas mariachi community. Their musicianship, passion, and achievements make them role models for aspiring mariachi students, embodying CSN’s mission to empower students and communities to achieve, succeed, and prosper.
Peso Neto by Luis Valera-Rico
Peso Neto by Luis Valera-Rico is reminiscent of an ofrenda or altar utilized during Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead). The large-scale steel sculpture pays homage to Mexico’s rich heritage and is a celebration of Mexican-indigenous and Spanish colonial architecture.
This public art exhibition is a collaboration between the City of Henderson and Nevada State University’s Office for the Arts and Thalia Dondero Gallery.
Peso Neto is on view from dawn to dusk in the Plaza at Nevada State University from October 20, 2025 – November 9, 2025. Keep yourselves and the sculpture safe. Please do not climb.
Sculpture Location: Peso Neto is on view on the Plaza in front of the Rogers Student Center (RSC).
Schedule of Events
Parking
Parking on campus is free and readily available. For the most convenient access to the Plaza, we recommend parking in the Kasner Academic Building (KAB) East Lot or the Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) Lot. However, you’re welcome to park in any open space across campus. For details on parking locations and directions, please refer to the campus map.
Bike Valet
Enjoy free bike valet service for Club Ride* members (also free/no membership required for children under 18). Your bike will be securely parked and monitored while you enjoy the celebration. Valet ticketing will be provided.
Nevada State University is conveniently located just off the Harry Reid Union Pacific Railroad (UPPR) Trail, making it easy to bike stress-free.
*Club Ride is a free rewards program from the RTC. Members log their trips, like biking, walking, busing, or carpooling, using the Club Ride app to earn discounts and chances to win $10, $25, and $50 gift cards in monthly raffles.
Sign up at ClubRideLV.com to start earning rewards today.
Special Accomodations
Please reach out to the Disability Resource Center (DRC) at (702) 992-2180 or drc@nevadastate.edu to request accommodations for yourself or any attendees who need them, including special seating for individuals requiring sign language interpreters. All requests must be made by noon on October 23. Failure to contact the DRC by this deadline may result in insufficient time to secure the necessary accommodations.
Partners
This event is brought to you in partnership with
Sponsors
This project is supported in part by
Community Organizations
Do not miss the opportunity to connect with local community organizations!
