Celebrated on Nov. 1 and 2, Dia de los Muertos is an annual celebration where people remember family and friends who have passed away. Originating in Mexico, there are several events going on in North Texas that celebrate the holiday, including these five that you can go to this weekend.
Farmers Branch Day Of The Dead Celebration
On Oct. 28 from 6:30 to 9 p.m., Farmers Branch will celebrate Dia de los Muertos with tapas, traditional music and decor and altars for attendees to lay mementos of their loved ones on. Tickets between $20-30 are limited, so make sure to purchase in advance.
Dallas Dia de los Muertos 2021
Starting at 2 p.m. on Oct. 30, Dallas will be celebrating the holiday with a festival from 2 to 10 p.m. and a parade from 6 to 7 p.m. that starts and ends at Dallas City Hall. The festivities will include live music, concessions and arts and crafts. Free to attend, there will also be an after-party with AT&T Discovery District.
On Oct. 30 from 5 to 9 p.m., attendees in Oak Cliff will spend the evening celebrating Dia de los Muertos. Taking place at CocoAndre Chocolatier, the free event will feature live music and dance performances, food, arts and crafts and a variety of different vendors.
Grand Prairie Dia de los Muertos
On Saturday, Oct. 30, Grand Prairie will kick off its Dia de los Muertos celebrations at 6:30 p.m. with a monarch butterfly release, followed by a parade that will begin at City Hall Plaza and end at the Grand Prairie Farmers Market. There will be food trucks, vendors, performances and arts and crafts for attendees to enjoy. The event will end with a showing of “Coco” at 8 p.m.
Dia de los Muertos at Legacy Hall
At Plano’s Legacy Hall on Oct. 31, the Dia de los Muertos festivities will begin at 1 p.m. and run through 8 p.m. Face painting and other family-friendly activities will be available to attendees, with performances and a screening of “Coco.” The event is free to attend and will feature a variety of food and drinks.