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Lila Downs - Dia de MuertosSan Diego · Thu, Oct 29, 2026

7:30 PM local time
Balboa TheatreSan Diego, CA

About this event

Lila Downs - Dia de Muertos takes place at Balboa Theatre, San Diego, CA on Thursday, October 29, 2026, starting at 7:30 PM local time.

It is listed as World (Concerts).

The line-up includes Lila Downs and La Jolla Music Society.

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Balboa Theatre holds around 1,339 people.

Balboa Theatre has 64 upcoming events on our calendar.

Celebrate Día de Muertos with internationally acclaimed, GRAMMY®- and Latin GRAMMY®-winning Mexican American artist Lila Downs in an unforgettable live performance. Renowned for her commanding voice, bold artistry, and magnetic stage presence, Downs is joined by her exceptional band for a powerful program of original works and beloved traditional songs. Singing in Spanish, English, and the Indigenous languages of her native Oaxaca, she honors and elevates the rich cultural traditions of Mexico with authenticity and emotional depth. This is a vibrant, deeply moving celebration of Día de Muertos - where memory, heritage, and music come together in a performance that is both reverent and electrifying.

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Civic Center · Light rail · 290 m · 5 min walk

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Lila Downs at Balboa Theatre: show day guide

Show starts
7:30 PM
Lila Downs on stage(est.)
8:15 PM
Set length(est.)
1 hr
Expected finish(est.)
9:15 PM
Getting there
Civic Center, 290 m (5 min walk)
Parking
For Balboa Theatre events, we recommend parking at the 225 Building Garage at 225 Broadway Circle.

Estimated from the headliner's recent setlists and a typical running order. Venues publish exact stage times on the day, so check before you travel.

Know before you go

Ticket limit
There is an 8 ticket limit per person/per household. All orders in excess of the limit will be cancelled. Addresses subject to verification. All ages must have own ticket.
Please note
Your ticket is a revocable seat license. We reserve the right to void your tickets and refund your purchase if we discover you resell your tickets above the face value of the tickets. All Balcony seats require stairs. This is a cashless venue. This applies to all ticket sales, food & beverage purchases, and binocular rentals. All ages must have own ticket. No Cameras or Recording allowed. Re-prints/ re-issued barcodes for tickets not downloaded prior to arriving at the venue will incur a $5 Green Fee-- this includes tickets not properly downloaded. Your Seat locations and Barcodes must be clearly visible. Due to security enhancements, please arrive at least 45-60 minutes prior to event time. Please only bring essential items with you. The venue will only permit bags that are 12"x12" or smaller. Any bags/backpacks that are larger in size will need to be returned to the owner's vehicle or disposed of. For further info please refer to https://sandiegotheatres.org/plan-your-visit

What to expect: recent setlist

From Teatro del Pueblo, San Luis Potosí on August 9, 2026

  1. 1La tortolita
  2. 2Urge (Vicente Fernández)
  3. 3Cambias mi mundo
  4. 4Tumba 7
  5. 5Falso amor
  6. 6El último trago
  7. 7Zapata se queda
  8. 8La cumbia del mole
  9. 9Cariñito (Los Hijos del Sol)
  10. 10Fallaste corazón (Cuco Sánchez)
  11. 11Mezcalito
  12. 12La bamba ([traditional])

Most played songs on this tour

  • Zapata se queda×10
  • La cumbia del mole×10
  • Cariñito×10
  • Mezcalito×10
  • El último trago×9
  • Urge×8
  • La campanera×8
  • Dos corazones×7
  • Son del chile frito×6
  • Conjuro×6

Setlist data: setlist.fm · Lila Downs

Line-up

About Lila Downs

Ana Lila Downs Sánchez is a Mexican singer-songwriter, actress, and anthropologist. She performs her own compositions and the works of others in multiple genres, as well as tapping into Mexican traditional and popular music. She also incorporates indigenous Mexican influences and has recorded songs in many indigenous languages such as Mixtec, Zapotec, Mayan, Nahuatl and Purépecha. Born and raised in Oaxaca, she primarily studied at the Institute of Arts by Oaxaca and briefly attended the University of Minnesota, before withdrawing to focus on her musical career. She soon began performing in the traditional music scene of Oaxaca City.

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Venue: Balboa Theatre

868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101
Capacity
1,339
Parking
For Balboa Theatre events, we recommend parking at the 225 Building Garage at 225 Broadway Circle. This underground facility offers easy access to the Balboa Theatre entrance and you can avoid the heavy traffic congestion frequently encountered on Fourth Avenue. Event access is after 5:30p Mon - Fri and all day Saturday and Sunday. Enter Broadway Circle from the intersection of 2nd Ave. and Broadway and follow around to the garage entrance down ramp on the left. Advance Parking Passes (valid for 225 Building Garage only) for most Balboa Theatre events may be purchased at the same time as your event tickets…please ask our operators. The Balboa Theatre currently offers discounted rate validations for Horton Plaza Parking, if patrons choose to use their garage facilities. Patrons parking in the Horton Plaza Garage are subject to validation ticket policies and/or standard hourly fees as established by their Management.
Accessible seating
Accessible, Wheelchair & Companion Seating available on Orchestra level. Convertible Arm Aisle Transfer Seats available on Orchestra Level for mobility impaired patrons. For more information or for patrons with specific questions, please contact San Diego Theatres Information Line at ticketing@sandiegotheatres.org
Venue rules
No cameras, video or audio recording. Please be considerate to other patrons & refrain from cell phone use during shows. Late seating only at appropriate break. No outside food or beverages allowed.
Children
All ages must have their own ticket in same section as parent / adult. Please be considerate & use discretion when bringing young children to any theatre event. Check with San Diego Theatres at icketing@sandiegotheatres.org for any age-specific restrictions or questions.
Box office
Ticket Office Hours: Balboa Theatre Event Windows (868 Fourth Avenue) open 2 hours prior to curtain on event day only.
Seating chart
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Lila Downs - Dia de Muertos: FAQs

When is Lila Downs - Dia de Muertos?

Lila Downs - Dia de Muertos is scheduled for Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 7:30 PM local time.

Where is Lila Downs - Dia de Muertos taking place?

At Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101.

How much are tickets for Lila Downs - Dia de Muertos?

The ticket seller has not published a price range. Open the official listing to see current prices and available seats.

Is there parking at Balboa Theatre?

For Balboa Theatre events, we recommend parking at the 225 Building Garage at 225 Broadway Circle. This underground facility offers easy access to the Balboa Theatre entrance and you can avoid the heavy traffic congestion frequently encountered on Fourth Avenue. Event access is after 5:30p Mon - Fri and all day Saturday and Sunday. Enter Broadway Circle from the intersection of 2nd Ave.

What songs will Lila Downs play?

At their most recent show (August 9, 2026, San Luis Potosí) Lila Downs played 12 songs, including La tortolita, Urge, Cambias mi mundo, Tumba 7, and Falso amor.

Does Lila Downs have other upcoming dates?

Yes — Lila Downs has 5 upcoming dates, including Los Angeles (Oct 30), México (Nov 1), and Chicago (Apr 4).

Who is supporting Lila Downs at Balboa Theatre?

The line-up also includes La Jolla Music Society.

What time does Lila Downs go on stage?

Lila Downs is expected on stage around 8:15 PM, after La Jolla Music Society. The show itself starts at 7:30 PM local time.

How long is Lila Downs's set?

Recent shows ran to 12 songs, about 1 hr on stage, so expect to finish around 9:15 PM.

Lila Downs - Dia de Muertos

Thu, Oct 29, 2026

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