
SUGAR RUSH:
A Día de los Muertos
Sugar Skull Decorating Class

Learn the art and traditions of calaveras de azúcar with Chef Yuli Perez Vasquez.
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a colorful, hands-on afternoon of sugar skull decorating, Mexican flavors, and a colorful history lesson about the Mexican tradition of Dia de los Muerto.
Led by Bebedero owner Chef Yuli, this class will introduce guests to the tradition and meaning behind Día de los Muertos and the beautifully decorated sugar skulls—or calaveras de azúcar—associated with the celebration. Chef Yuli will share her own memories and traditions of this ancient mesoamerican custom which celebrates ancestors and the cycle of life.
Each guest will decorate their own sugar skull using colorful icing and embellishments, with guidance and inspiration from Chef Yuli.
Light snacks and drinks (featuring Bebedero’s signature margarita) will be served while you decorate, mingle, and learn.
Vegetarian and alcohol-free options are available.
Limited availability-reserve your spot today for an unforgettable experience!
Tickets include:
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Sugar skull decorating
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Día de los Muertos history & traditions
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Mexican-inspired light snacks
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Beverages including margarita
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All material and supplies included.
Who can attend?
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Anyone age 21+!
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No experience needed—just come ready to create!
Accessibility Information
This class is wheelchair and limited-mobility accessible and held on the ground floor of the Bebedero Restaurant on the Charlottesville Downtown Mall.
If you have any questions about the space or accessibility needs, please reach out before registering. We're happy to provide additional details!
A vegetarian option and a non-alcoholic options are available. Just let us know in the notes section when booking!
Due to the small class size, there are no refunds.
What?
Hands-on afternoon of sugar skull decorating, Mexican flavors, and a colorful history lesson about the Mexican tradition of Dia de los Muerto.
When?
Sunday November 1, 2026 from 2pm- 4pm.
Where?
The Bebedero
201 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
How much?
$75/person
(includes all instruction, materials, beverages, light snacks)
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26 days to the eventSun, Nov 01The BebederoCelebrate Día de los Muertos with a colorful, hands-on afternoon of sugar skull decorating, Mexican flavors, and a colorful history lesson about the Mexican tradition of Dia de los Muerto.
