Expect to see many Catrinas and Catrines at Discovery Green’s annual Dia de los Muertos celebration on Sunday, November 2, 2025. | Photo courtesy of Discovery Green
Honor those no longer with us at Día de Muertos ofrendas, celebrations, performances, festivals, and more events around Greater Houston this week through Sunday, November 2, 2025.
The Day of the Dead, a Latin American tradition originating in Mexico, is an annual event traditionally spanning the first two days of November when families take to remember their ancestors and loved ones who have passed.
In honoring them, families create ofrendas, or altars, that are decorated by the person’s favorite foods, drinks, photos and memorabilia to encourage the spirits to visit and keep their memories alive.
Across the city, communities and Houston’s signature institutions will host Día de los Muertos events that honor the tradition and pay respects to the city’s dearly departed.
We’ve gathered over 20 of these events taking place across the Greater Houston area, where you can join in on community ofrendas, take in the city’s rich Mexican culture, and enjoy tasty treats and artisan crafts.
A Día de los Muertos ofrenda at MECA Houston. MECA’s Ofrendas are on display daily through Thursday November 21, 2024. | Courtesy of MECA Houston
Día de los Muertos 2025 Events in Greater Houston
Blanket Bingo: Día de los Muertos at Market Square Park | Thursday – Play 9 rounds with music, prizes, and festive fun. Honor loved ones with free photo printing at the unveiling of a community ofrenda—on view through Monday, November 3. $10 on arrival for bingo packs, expected to sell out. 6pm to 9pm. Learn more.
Día de los Muertos Family Movie Night: Coco at Trebly Park | Halloween, Friday | FREE – Catch Pixar’s Coco (PG, 2017) under the stars and enjoy pre-movie meet-and-greets with characters, plus free face painting, popcorn, and candy. 6pm; 7pm movie. Learn more.
Una Noche! en Market Square Park | Halloween, Friday | FREE – Celebrate the spirit of Día de los Muertos in Historic Market Square with live mariachi, ballet folklórico, live music, face painting and arts workshops. Add to the tradition with free photo printing for the community ofrenda. 7pm to 10pm. Learn more.
Noche de Brujas Party at Caracol | Halloween, Friday – The epic party at the Uptown restaurant promises passed bites, food and drink stations, a costume contest and a DJ keeping the beats going all night long. $85. 7pm to 11pm. Get tickets.
A Toast to the Afterlife: Halloween & Día de los Muertos Celebration at The Laura Hotel | Halloween, Friday | No Cover – Sip Espolòn cocktails, enjoy live music, festive décor, and a costume contest with prizes at this Day of the Dead celebration. 8pm to 11:30pm. Learn more or RSVP.
Dia de los Muertos Family Day & Artisan Market at Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts | Saturday | FREE – Celebrate Dia de los Muertos and shop at an artisan market at this art museum in Spring. 10am to 2pm. Learn more.
Dia de los Muertos at Eureka Heights Brew Co. | Saturday – Save $1 on all beers if you’re dressed for the occasion, and/or wearing Catrina or Catrin makeup or other Day of the Dead-inspired face paint. Noon to 10pm.
Day of the Dead Celebration at Kemah Boardwalk | Saturday | FREE – Celebrate life and honor loved ones by immersing yourself in the festive spirit with a fire spinner, trick-or-treating, lively music, and more. 2pm to 9:15pm. Learn more.
Dia de los Muertos Celebration at City Place | Saturday | FREE – Enjoy live music, photo ops, and an Azteca indigenous dance performance, a curated Día de los Muertos mercado, a 360-degree community altar, and more in Spring. 4pm to 8pm. Learn more.
Día de los Muertos Celebration at Dow Park | Saturday | FREE – The family-friendly celebration in Deer Park will feature a community ofrenda, live music, food, and kids activities. 4pm to 8pm. Learn more.
5th Annual Houston Dia De Muertos Parade & Festival at Sam Houston Park | Saturday | FREE – Head to Downtown for a parade followed by live music, concessions, arts and crafts, and more. 4pm to 11pm. Learn more.
The 5th Annual Día de los Muertos parade and festival returns to Downtown’s Sam Houston Park | Courtesy of Día de los Muertos
Til Death Do Us Art at Sawyer Yards | FREE – Explore the fascinating, vibrant culture of Mexico’s Day of the Dead, including music and traditional Matachines dancing, stunning altars, interactive workshops, tarot and coffee ceremony readings, tasty food and refreshments, and more an immersive environment. 6pm to 10pm.
Día De Los Muertos at Under the Volcano | No Cover – The West U favorite offers up a Day of the Dead altar, live music by Los Skarnales frontman Felipe Galván, pan de muertos, drink specials and more to toast to loved ones lost and found. the day. 6pm to 2am. Get tickets.
Punch Party Masquerade at Rienzi | Saturday – Explore the house museum grounds in masquerade attire and Día de los Muertos makeup while sipping traditional 18th-century punch—a time-honored blend of spirits, citrus, sugar, and spices—along with light bites. $65. 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Get tickets.
Spirits of the Night: Cape Horn Tequila Dinner at Hilton Galveston Island Resort – Celebrate Día de los Muertos with an exquisite 4-course dinner where each dish is paired with a handcrafted Cape Horn Tequila cocktail. $150. 7pm.
Viva Los Muertos Upcycle Fashion Show at American Legion Post 684 | Saturday | FREE – Experience the beauty of traditional Mexican attire paired with calavera makeup and catrina-inspired outfits at a Day of the Dead fashion show in Spring Branch. 7pm; show at 9pm. Learn more.
Día De Los Muertos: Day of the Dead Market at National Museum of Funeral History | Saturday – The museum hosts 40+ small business vendors with a mix of Hispanic heritage, oddity, and artisan cottage vendors. Expect drinks, costumes, traditional makeup, and plenty of photo ops. $25; $75 for VIP. 7pm to 10pm. Get to tickets.
Día de los Muertos at Ubre | Saturday – Enjoy vibrant street food from chefs Hugo and Ruben Ortega, interactive food stations, 4 specialty cocktails, calavera folkloric dancers, live DJ and mariachis, face painting, festive décor, prizes for best costumes, and more. $85. 7pm to 11pm. Get tickets.
Emo Night: Day of the Dead Masquerade at Dan Electro’s | Saturday – Shosty performs all pop punk throwback favorites from Paramore, Fall Out Boy, Blink-182, Pierce the Veil and more. Fuss and Screaming Insecurities open. $13+. 8pm to midnight. Get tickets.
Neon de los Muertos Trifecta at Fr33dom | Saturday – Expect vendors with arts and crafts, ravewear, food, drinks, sugar skull face painters, and three warehouses with different EDM music and immersive art at this Day of the Dead party. $28+. 8pm to 2am. Get tickets.
Dia de los Muertos at Houston Zoo | Saturday & Sunday – The Houston Zoo hosts a special 2-day celebration complete with glowing decorations, festive photo ops, and a chance to see La Catrina. $31+. 9am to 9:30pm both days. Get tickets.
25th Annual Día de Muertos Festival at MECA | Saturday & Sunday | FREE – Celebrating its silver anniversary, Houston’s O.G. Day of the Dead event is a vibrant celebration of art, community, and culture in Old Sixth Ward. 11am to 7pm both days. Learn more.
Día De Los Muertos at Historic Hollywood Cemetery | Sunday | FREE – This community celebration will honor the lives of loved ones with a community altar, live music, folklorico dancers, a vendor market, and plenty of family-friendly activities. 10am to 2pm. Learn more.
Día de los Muertos at Forest Park Lawndale | Sunday | FREE – The beautiful and expansive East End cemetery welcomes all for a day folk dances, face art, vendors, refreshments, and more. Noon to 4pm. Learn more.
Catrines & Catrinas Contest at PlazAmericas | Sunday | FREE – Put on your calavera makeup and traditional Mexican clothing as PlazAmericas hosts a costume contest with prizes over $200 for each of 3 categories—ages 5 to 11, ages 12 to 17, and 18+—on the food court stage. 3pm to 4pm. Learn more.
Día de los Muertos at Discovery Green | Sunday | FREE – Enjoy hands-on art activities, artist demos, a Latin market, cultural performances, Tejano roots music by Houston’s own Nick Gaitan, DJ Mexican Blackbird, and a community altar or ofrenda created by Houston artist Angel Quesada. 4pm to 7pm. Learn more.
Coco Movie Screening at City Place | Sunday | FREE – Catch an outdoor screening of Pixar’s Coco (PG, 2017). The first 200 guests will receive a free mini concha, and the Texas Tamale Company will be handing out free tamales while supplies last. 5:58pm.
City Place in Spring hosts two days of Dia de los Muertos celebration in Spring—with a big, free celebration on Saturday and a free screening of Pixar’s “Coco” on Sunday. | Photo courtesy of City Place
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