2016 Festival of the Dead Parade in Missoula

Whether you participate every year, or this will be your first Festival of the Dead parade, there is no doubt that you will be impressed with the incredible art and unique style of this event that honors deceased members of our community.

This year's parade will take place in downtown Missoula, starting at the XXXX's at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 2nd. Everyone is welcome to participate, sugar skull make up, flowers and clothing are highly encouraged. Please line up at 5 p.m. if you plan to be in the parade. And, if you don't want to participate, please come down to watch and join the fun as a spectator!

And don't miss the party before the parade starting at 2 p.m. at Caras Park. Enjoy live music, food, special Festival of the Dead beers brewed by the Kettlehouse Brewing and Draught Works, and free face painting from 2 to 5 p.m. There will also be a free face painting station at the ZACC starting at 2 p.m.