Although it\u2019s Halloween-adjacent, D\u00eda de los Muertos is a very separate event rich in culture and history. This Mexican holiday, dating back to the 16th century, honors the dead and celebrates the reunion of the living and the dead.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Observed on Nov. 1 and Nov. 2., many traditions honor the children who have passed on Nov. 1,\u00a0 D\u00eda de los Angelitos or All Saints\u2019 Day. Nov. 2, recognized as D\u00eda de los Difuntos or All Souls\u2019 Day, is dedicated to deceased adults. Families create ofrendas, or altars, decorated with marigolds, photos, candles and keepsakes to welcome and remember their loved ones.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In Dallas, the holiday is being celebrated with rooftop parties, block parties, parades, and one-day-only brunches. Here are some great ways to celebrate D\u00eda de los Muertos in Dallas.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Dallas D\u00eda de los Muertos Parade & Festival
1500 Marilla St. (Downtown)
Oct. 31 4 \u2013 11 p.m.\u00a0
Dallas\u2019 biggest D\u00eda de los Muertos celebration takes place Oct. 31. The seventh annual Dallas D\u00eda de los Muertos Parade & Festival kicks off at 4 p.m. with live music, concessions, crafts and more. The parade starts at 7 p.m. at City Hall Plaza. It\u2019s a picturesque celebration of those who have passed with intricate costumes portraying catrinas and catr\u00edns and glowing floats adorned with marigolds.<\/p>\n
Dia de los Muertos Presented by Latino Cultural Center\u00a0 D\u00eda de los Muertos Oak Cliff Celebration at CocoAndr\u00e9 Restaurants and bars<\/p>\n Community Altar at Sor Juana Brunch Todos Santos at Puerto Cocina D\u00eda de los Muertos Block Party at Sue\u00f1o D\u00eda de los Muertos at Sue\u00f1o Cocteler\u00eda Mexicana D\u00eda de los Muertos at Rosalind Coffee D\u00eda de los Muertos Dinner at Seven Doors Kitchen & Cocktails D\u00eda de los Muertos at Te Deseo D\u00eda de los Muertos Block Party x Revelers Hall\u00a0 \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
2600 Live Oak St. (East Dallas)
Oct. 24, 11 a.m. \u2013 4 p.m.\u00a0
The Latino Cultural Center\u2019s annual D\u00eda de los Muertos celebration<\/a> returns Oct. 24, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The free family-friendly event will feature a catrina fashion show and contest, folkl\u00f3rico and performances by Booker T. Washington Latin Arts Ensemble and Dallas Wind. Guests can visit free activity stations, including Sugar Skulls by Maggie, vendors and community ofrendas made by 18 local artists.\u00a0<\/p>\n
423 Centre St. (Oak Cliff)
Nov. 1, noon \u2013 5 p.m.\u00a0
On the heels of their grand reopening, CocoAndr\u00e9 is hosting Oak Cliff\u2019s beloved D\u00eda de los Muertos celebration. The annual tradition takes place at the chocolateria\u2019s new home. It features a vendor lineup of local businesses spanning bagels, pan dulce, permanent jewelry and pet goods, alongside nonprofit organizations. CocoAndr\u00e9 will also offer its hand-painted sugar skulls, a labor of love that takes months to prepare. The full lineup has yet to be announced, but expect a colorful array of Mexican culture with dancers, music, and culture. Just go. No excuses. <\/p>\n
1908 Canton St. (Downtown)
Oct. 28 \u2013 Nov. 8
One of our favorite new restaurants (botanero, technically) and overall vibe in Dallas, Sor Juana. The downtown(ish) restaurant is hosting a community altar<\/a> in collaboration with Mitotiliztli Yaoyollohtli, a Danza Mexihka (Aztec) cultural group, which has spent decades preserving indigenous culture. Sor Jauna invites you to \u201cbring a photo of a loved one or a beloved pet to collectively create a shared space for remembrance, connection, and honoring those who came before us.\u201d Then stay for lunch, dinner, or a late-night DJ. The altar will occupy a side room, which already features beautiful Mexican art. <\/p>\n
155 Riveredge Dr. (Design District)
Nov. 1, 11 a.m. \u2013 4 p.m.\u00a0
James Beard-recognized Regino Rojas is teaming up with Puerto Cocina for Brunch Todos Santos, a one-day takeover honoring D\u00eda de los Muertos on Nov. 1 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rojas\u2019 culturally-steeped cooking has been a cornerstone at Revolver Taco Lounge and Pur\u00e9pecha. Now he\u2019s bringing it to the Design District, pairing his Michoac\u00e1n roots with Puerto Cocina Baja\u2019s coastal cuisine for a specialty \u00e0 la carte brunch menu. Reservations are available on Resy<\/a>.\u00a0(The food editor already made hers.)<\/p>\n
800 W. Arapaho Road (Richardson)
Nov. 2, 4 \u2013 9 p.m.\u00a0
The OG Sue\u00f1o is keeping tradition going with the return of its annual D\u00eda de los Muertos block party. The indoor-outdoor festivities features a DJ, live entertainment and the restaurant\u2019s El Taquero & Cantinero stand. Outside, guests can enjoy trompo and sirloin tacos with smoky salsa macha, fries, and corn on the cob with aioli. Inside, the kitchen will be serving mini tetelas de cochinita pibil, sopa de mole negro, tamales de mole negro and dulce de leche bu\u00f1uelos. The Richardson Tex-Mex spot will be serving specialty cocktails all night, including the pan de muerto cocktail inspired by the traditional sweet bread eaten during D\u00eda de los Muertos celebrations.\u00a0<\/p>\n
6600 Snider Plaza (Park Cities)
Nov. 2, 4 \u2013 10 p.m.\u00a0
The newer Sue\u00f1o tears a page out of Mexico City design with volcanic stone, handwoven textiles and Alma Agave, a tequila and mezcal lounge. The restaurant will host its first D\u00eda de los Muertos party in Snider Plaza on Nov. 2, from 4 to 10 p.m.. The restaurant will have all the traditional ofrenda offerings available at the Richardson event, including specialty cocktails such as cempas\u00fachil, copal, tepache de guava and chelada de aguachile. A DJ gets the party started at Alma Agave at 4:30 p.m. <\/p>\n
107 N Sixth St. (Garland)
Oct. 24, 5 \u2013 8 p.m.\u00a0
Downtown Garland\u2019s Rosalind Coffee is honoring D\u00eda de los Muertos with a special after-hours event on Oct. 24. Starting at 5 p.m., the coffee shop will screen Coco. Enjoy the movie with a cup of caf\u00e9 de olla, ponche or Abuelita hot chocolate. There will also be other Mexican treats.\u00a0<\/p>\n
5774 Grandscape Blvd. (The Colony)
Oct. 29, 6:30 \u2013 9:30 p.m.\u00a0
The spirit of Mexico is taking over Seven Doors Kitchen & Cocktails on Oct. 29 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The modern American restaurant has crafted a night to gather and honor D\u00eda de los Muertos with food, cocktails, and mariachi. The experience cost $90 per person, and dressing up is encouraged. Tickets are available online<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n
2700 Olive St. (Victory Park)
Oct. 31, 10 p.m. \u2013 2 a.m.\u00a0
Te Deseo is getting the celebration started on Halloween night. On Oct. 31 at 10 p.m., the restaurant\u2019s La Terraza will host a rooftop D\u00eda de los Muertos party. The spirited event will feature a DJ, decor, Espol\u00f3n Tequila specials and signature cocktails. Get in the spirit of the night with pre-party dinner reservations<\/a>. The menu includes The Flaming Skull, a skull-shaped lava cake that arrives on fire. RSVP for the rooftop party on Eventbrite<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n
412 N. Bishop Ave. (Bishop Arts)
Nov. 1, 11 a.m. \u2013 9 p.m.\u00a0
One thing\u2019s for sure, Revelers Hall knows how to throw a block party. They\u2019re running it back alongside Jaquval Pub, closing down Bishop Arts for D\u00eda de los Muertos. The all-day event will feature vendors and food, plus live music starting with Saul Eduardo y su Mariachi at 11 a.m. Ritual de Muriel, Sabor Puro, and Yolanda Cruz & The Daydreamers will follow.\u00a0<\/p>\n