Dia de los Muertos Celebrando Las Misiones

The City of San Antonio World Heritage Office presents Día de los Muertos: “Celebrando Descendientes de las Misiones” de San Antonio, “Celebrating Mission Descendant Families”.  In collaboration with the National Park Service, Mission San Jose Neighborhood Association and Mission Descendant Families, Mission Marquee Plaza will host the 2^nd annual Día de los Muertos celebration on Saturday, November 2, 2019.

The community is invited to contribute offerings to the Community Altar, transforming the stage to a large altar, celebrating friends and family who have passed.  Images will be displayed on the big screen during a dance, drum and blessing. A narrated overview of the history, tradition and symbolism of el Dia de los Muertos will be given.  Interactive art workshops led by educator and local artists.  Live face painting and artisan vendors will line the lawn.  Live music and dance performances, food and beverages will also be available. The evening will end with a special screening of the film, “COCO.” 

Honor your loved ones by contributing photos to our Day of the Dead Community Altar. Send high resolution photos by October 25, 2019 to Miriam.Urrabazo@sanantonio.gov