Several San Antonio organizations have planned events for Día de los Muertos. Say Si, an after-school arts program on the Westside, will hold Muertitos Fest from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at 1310 Brazos. The event is free and includes art sales, craft booths, food, drinks and live music.
The Esperanza Peace and Justice Center will host its 31st annual Día de Muertos celebration from 4 to 10 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, at 816 S. Colorado St. Visitors can see community altars, hear conjunto and mariachi music and join a procession led by danzantes. The event is free.
The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center will mark 30 years of "La Vida de los Muertos" with a free performance at 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 2, at Plaza Guadalupe, 1327 Guadalupe St. The event begins with a sugar skull and paper flower workshop. The San Antonio Botanical Garden, at 555 Funston Place, has planted 10,000 marigolds and features Catrina sculptures by artist Regina Moya, according to officials. Regular garden admission applies through Nov. 2.
A month-long program on the River Walk offers a Día de los Muertos tasting trail at participating restaurants and bars through Nov. 2. Food and drink purchases are extra.