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Mexic-Arte Museum Path to the Altar: Community Ofrendas
2024-09-27 - 2025-01-05
For this annual Día de los Muertos exhibition, Mexic-Arte has invited three Austin-based organizations, the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center, La Peña, and MAS Cultura, to create altares inspired by artworks from the Museum’s permanent collection. Two community-based altares are also on display, with The Arriaga-Gonzales family presenting an altar as a tribute to their ancestors, while artist Emmily Arenas designed the other altar, drawing influence from the Mesoamerican deity Quetzalcóatl and Mexic-Arte’s 2024 Viva la Vida Fest. In addition, the Museum has commissioned three artists to conceive original artworks that offer a unique vision of this holiday. Inside the Museum’s space, one can observe Micayla Garza’s mural as well as Michael Menchaca’s video installation, while outside on the Mero Muro wall, you will find a mural created by Alán Serna.
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Dia De Los Muertos: Houston
2024-10-27 - 2024-11-04
Día de los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead, stands as one of Mexico’s most significant holidays. Traditionally observed on November 1st and 2nd, this celebration brings families and friends together to pay tribute to their departed loved ones. The atmosphere is filled with jubilation, marked by an array of festivities: feasts, music, vibrant face painting, dances, and the creation of ornate ofrendas, or altars, adorned with gifts and photographs of the departed.
If you’re a Houstonian or visitors seeking to immerse yourself in the rich and diverse cultural tapestry the city has to offer, there are some incredible Día de los Muertos events you shouldn’t miss. These events beautifully capture the essence of this traditional Mexican celebration and offer a unique cultural experience.
Take a look at some of the must-visit gatherings that will make your Day of the Dead celebrations memorable.

Waterloo Greenway: Día de los Muertos - (Austin)
2024-11-01 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago)
Our free Día de los Muertos festival will feature live music and dance performances, community altars, a Latinx artisan craft market, themed cocktails, local food vendors, family-friendly hands-on activities, Calavera face painting, and more!
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Emma S. Barrientos Mexican-American Cultural Center: Dia de los Muertos - (Austin)
2024-11-02 17:00 - 21:00
The MACC’s 17th annual Day of the Dead festival is pairing up again with MexAmericon! This celebration of life will take place at the Pan American Recreation Center. This will be a community-building family-friendly event. Guests can enjoy hands-on children’s activities, art activations, vendors, food trucks, and a collective community altar.
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