Dia de Muertos/ Sugar Skull 5K

Milpitas celebrates life at our Dia de Muertos health and wellness fair and Sugar Skull 5K Run, Walk or Roll through surrounding City streets. At our version of this Latin American fiesta, children ages 3-12 make traditional crafts and get face paints, while the crowd enjoys colorful dances, lively music and great food. Visitors are invited to bring a loved ones' photo to add to the community ofrenda.

Dia de Muertos 5K & Wellness Fair 

Sugar Skull Run-Walk-Roll

Saturday, November 1, 2025  9 a.m. - Noon
Gill Memorial Park
Santa Rita Dr. and Paseo Refugio

Free admission to the fair. Race participation is $42 adults, $32 kids 17 and under. Price includes a T-shirt, medal, and swag bag. 
Register online for the Sugar Skull 5K

Local organizations offering physical and mental health services, childcare, and social services are invited to apply for a free booth.