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Our Mission is to promote social equity and improve quality of life by building vibrant communities where everyone can work, learn, and thrive.

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60 Years of Impact

The Unity Council is a non-profit Social Equity Development Corporation with over 60 years of history in the Fruitvale neighborhood of Oakland. Our mission is to promote social equity and improve quality of life by building vibrant communities where everyone can work, learn, and thrive.

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This year’s 30th Oakland Día de los Muertos Fes This year’s 30th Oakland Día de los Muertos Festival was more than a celebration, it was a powerful statement of love, resilience, and unity in Fruitvale. 💀💫🌼

To everyone who made it possible — our Unity Council staff, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, artists, local businesses, and community partners — thank you. Your time, dedication, and heart didn’t just support an event; they reinvested in the soul of Fruitvale and uplifted the community we all love. 🌳❤️

Thank you to our beautiful community — we truly couldn’t have done this without you. Together, we honored our ancestors, celebrated our culture, and strengthened the bonds that make Fruitvale thrive. ✨🕯️

Aquí Estamos y No Nos Vamos. 💀🌼
Here’s to continuing this tradition of culture, unity, and joyful resistance — today and always. We can’t wait to celebrate with you again, see you all next year!

#TheUnityCouncil #OaklandDiaDeLosMuertos #Oakland #Fruitvale #AquiEstamosYNoNosVamos #UnityInCommunity #Culture
The wait is almost over, the 30th Annual Oakland D The wait is almost over, the 30th Annual Oakland Día de los Muertos Festival is THIS SUNDAY, November 2nd! 🌼💀✨

Our beloved Fruitvale community comes together once again to honor our ancestors through breathtaking altares, art, danza, music, and tradition — a celebration that fills Oakland with color, love, and cultural pride. 🎶💃🏽🕯

👉 Slide left to check out our exclusive 30th Anniversary merch! These limited-edition items will be available only on the day of the festival, so don’t miss your chance to take a piece of this milestone celebration home. 🤩

We’re deeply grateful to all our incredible sponsors (as of 10/29/2025) for helping us keep this cherished tradition alive and thriving. 🙏✨

This year’s theme, “Aquí Estamos y No Nos Vamos,” reminds us to stand proud, celebrate our roots, and continue building community through culture and unity. ❤️🌳

📅 Sunday, November 2, 2025, from 10am-5pm
📍 Fruitvale, Oakland

✨ Los esperamos, let’s celebrate life, heritage, and community together! ✨

#DiaDeLosMuertosOakland #30YearsOfTradition #FruitvaleFestival #CelebrateLife #TheUnityCouncil #AquiEstamosYNoNosVamos
Celebrate the 30th Annual Oakland Día de los Muer Celebrate the 30th Annual Oakland Día de los Muertos Festival in Fruitvale! 🌼💀✨

The festival layout and set times are here so you can plan your perfect day filled with music, dance, cultural traditions, and stunning altares honoring our ancestors. 🌞🎶💃

Skip the parking hassle – it’s a #BARTable event with easy access via AC Transit and BART! 🚍🚇

See you this Sunday, November 2nd, from 10 AM to 5 PM for an unforgettable celebration of life, heritage, and community! 🤩🌳❤️

#TheUnityCouncil #DiaDeLosMuertosFestival #OaklandDDLM #FruitvaleFestival #CelebrateLife
With Gratitude to Our Sponsors — 30 Years Strong With Gratitude to Our Sponsors — 30 Years Strong in Fruitvale! 💀🌼

These are the incredible organizations supporting our beautiful tradition and uplifting our diverse Oakland community. 💛✨

For three decades, the Oakland Día de los Muertos Festival has been more than a celebration — it’s a living expression of love, remembrance, and unity. 🌿

We are deeply grateful to our Presidente, Cultura, Familia and Padrino sponsors for their unwavering support and generosity. Your partnership helps us honor our ancestors, empower our artists, and strengthen the spirit of Fruitvale. 🌻🎨

Together, we continue to say: “Aquí Estamos y No Nos Vamos.” 💫

#TheUnityCouncil #DiaDeLosMuertosOakland #Fruitvale #OaklandCommunity #CelebrateCulture #CommunityLove #30YearsOfTradition #AquiEstamosYNoNosVamos
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