Today is Dia de los Muertos, recognized by many of the estimated ~9.5 million Texans of Mexican descent — here are three ways to participate in Austin.
Día de los Muertos at Waterloo Park | Tues., Nov.1-Wed., Nov. 2 | 6-9 p.m. | Moody Amphitheater | Free | The stage will be transformed into a community altar at this two-day event featuring local music + dance performances, Latino-owned vendors, and face painting.
AVANCE-Austin’s Día de los Muertos | Wed., Nov. 2 | 6-9 p.m. | Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center | $10+ | Eat dinner, watch dance performances, and take in a reading of “Rosita y Conchita,” a children’s book set during the holiday.
Día de los Muertos Festival | Now-Sat., Nov. 5 | 5-10 p.m. | Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center | Free | The center’s Austin Studio Tour exhibit opens on Tues., Nov. 1, ofrenda viewing begins on Wed., Nov. 2, and the festival takes place on Sat., Nov. 5.