Día de Los Muertos Houston

Día de Los Muertos Houston

Looking for the best Día de los Muertos celebrations and festivals in Houston? We’ve put together a guide to this weekend’s top celebrations, so you can get out and experience this unique holiday and cultural event.

The Day of the Dead is a Mexican holiday celebrated throughout Mexico, in particular the Central and South regions, and by people of Mexican heritage elsewhere and Houston has some of the best places to celebrate.

Read on for our guide to some of the best Día de Los Muertos celebrations in Houston!

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Best Dia de Los Muertos Houston Celebrations – Categorized by Type of Event

Dia de los Muertos Houston Parades, Celebrations, and Performances

Houston Dia de los Muertos Parties

Dia de los Muertos Houston Parades, Celebrations, and Performances

Dia de los Muertos at Houston Arboretum

Immerse yourself in 65 minutes of hauntingly beautiful music by Divisi’s Amp’d String Quartet, all under the magical glow of flickering candles. From traditional folk tunes to Disney Pixar’s Coco classics and classical masterpieces, there’s something for every music lover.

Don’t forget to capture the moment with their “Snapshot by Candlelight” photo service! First come, first served, so grab your spot and let the music take you away.

Community Ofrenda para Dia de los Muertos

Things to do in Houston this week of October 30 | Community Ofrenda para Dia de los Muertos

Día de Los Muertos Houston | Image credit: Discovery Green

Bring your favorite photos and mementos to add to the community ofrenda, a stunning piece by Houston artist Angel Quesada. There will also be local vendors, live music, and tons of fun activities for everyone.

Dia de los Muertos Houston Parade

Join the Houston Día de los Muertos Parade, a vibrant celebration of life and death. This year’s fourth annual event is open to everyone.

Enjoy live music, a thrilling procession, delicious food, and tons of fun activities. The parade kicks off on Bagby and Lamar, so don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience!

Dia de los Muertos at Children’s Museum Houston

Dia de los Muertos WonderWeek

Día de Los Muertos Houston | Image credit: Children’s Museum Houston

Get ready for a spooky adventure at the Children’s Museum Houston! Their Día de los Muertos celebration turns the museum into a magical Land of the Dead, filled with Mariachi music, sugar skulls, and colorful marigolds.

Join in the fun with a sugar skull mask and marigold garland workshops, and watch the Intempo Dance Ensemble perform three incredible Día de los Muertos dances. You can even meet your favorite Coco characters, Hector and Imelda!

Dia de los Muertos Festival

Dia de los Muertos Festival

Image credit: City Place

Get ready for a Dia de los Muertos extravaganza at City Place!

Join the community on Friday, November 1, for a free screening of Disney’s “Coco” under the stars. Grab some popcorn and enjoy the show!

The fun continues on Saturday, November 2, with a community altar, live music, crafts, and more. Create your own flower crown or pinata, explore the open-air market, and indulge in delicious food from the food trucks.

Dia de los Muerto’s Children’s Celebration

At Hope Farms, kids will create beautiful marigold crowns and mementos to honor loved ones on the Day of the Dead altar. Plus, they’ll get to decorate healthy cookies that are both delicious and festive. This interactive event is perfect for families and is sure to be a memorable experience.

Dia de los Muertos Houston: Day of the Dead Market

Explore the wares of 40 unique vendors, sip on delicious drinks, and stroll through the museum’s fascinating exhibits. With general admission, you’ll get two drink tickets and access to the museum and market.

Upgrade to VIP and enjoy even more perks, including four drink tickets, early entry, a VIP lounge with food, a commemorative tumbler, and a pair of handcrafted earrings.

Dia de los Muertos Houston Parties

Dia de los Muertos Fiesta

Dia de los Muertos Fiesta

Día de Los Muertos Houston | Image credit: URBE

Chef Hugo Ortego is throwing his annual Day of the Dead party at Urbe, and it’s going to be a blast. Enjoy an hour of live mariachi music and get your face painted in festive designs. But that’s not all!

Indulge in custom cocktails made with the finest mezcal and tequilas, and feast on a delicious spread of traditional Mexican dishes like tamales, ceviche, tacos, churros, and more.

Servers will be passing around tasty bites throughout the night, and a DJ will keep the party going until the early hours. 

B&B Butchers Houston Day of the Dead Brunch

Get ready for a spooky-delicious celebration at B&B Butchers Houston! For the Day of the Dead, indulge in their special cocktails, including the fiery Sista and the tangy Paloma. And don’t forget to savor their mouthwatering dishes, like the rich chicken mole enchiladas, the crispy chilaquiles, and the sweet churros.

Dia de los Muertos at Axelrad

Get ready for a fiesta! Axelrad Beer Garden is hosting a Dia de los Muertos celebration that’s not to be missed. Enjoy live mariachi music, exciting lucha libre matches, and browse the vibrant mercardo.

Throughout October, you can also admire the beautiful Dia de los Muertos ofrenda. It’s fun for all ages until 8 p.m., and 21+ after that. 

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