The Day of the Dead 5K & Street Festival takes place in Downtown Raleigh. The race starts and finishes at the corner of Wilmington Street and Morgan Street, in front of Centro Mexican Restaurant. The street festival takes place along Wilmington Street between Morgan Street and Hargett Street and features local vendors, food, music, cultural performances, and family-friendly activities.

Parking: The best parking options are the parking decks along Salisbury Street and the Wilmington Street Parking Deck located between Martin Street and Hargett Street, both of which are within walking distance of the start and finish line.