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San Antonio Muertos Fest 2026

🌿 Community Community Event 📍 In person Free
Oct
23
Friday, October 23, 2026
5:00 AM - Sunday, October 25, 11:00 AM

About this event

Now in its 14th year, San Antonio Muertos Fest is a free, three-day Day of the Dead celebration at Hemisfair honoring the tradition of remembering loved ones through art, music, and community. The festival features an extensive exhibition of community altars, live music and entertainment across four stages, a striking drum-and-puppet procession, live poetry, workshops, and children's crafts. A Muertos Mercado gathers 80-plus small businesses, with an emphasis on women- and Latino-owned makers, alongside food and beverage options. Sensory-friendly hours are offered Friday from 5-7 p.m. The event is free, dog-friendly, ADA accessible, and rain-or-shine. Because downtown parking is limited, VIA Park & Ride is encouraged.

Event highlights

  • 14th annual Day of the Dead festival
  • Community altars and processions
  • Live music on four stages
  • Muertos Mercado with 80+ small businesses
  • Workshops, poetry, and kids' crafts

Good to know

Admission note
Free and open to the public; sensory-friendly hours Fri 5-7 PM
Audience
All ages; families and culture lovers

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