San Antonio, October 23, 2025
News Summary
Muertos Fest, marking its 13th edition, is set to take place at Hemisfair Park from October 24-26. This free festival will celebrate Día de los Muertos with the largest altar exhibition in San Antonio, live performances, family-friendly activities, and processions honoring local culture and ancestors. The festival will also feature musical tributes to legendary artists and a diverse lineup of performers across the three days, as part of a broader Spirit Season celebration in San Antonio.
San Antonio — Muertos Fest is returning to Hemisfair Park this month from October 24-26.
This year marks the 13th edition of Muertos Fest. The event is free and will kick off the Día de los Muertos celebrations at Hemisfair Park. The festival features the largest altar exhibition in San Antonio, live performances across three nights, and a variety of family-friendly community activities designed to honor ancestors and local culture.
What to expect at the festival
The event is free and will kick off the Día de los Muertos celebrations. There will be live music featuring a lineup of musical artists all three nights. Event activities include face painting booths, a children’s stage, and two processions. The festival’s program combines traditional altars and folk art with contemporary music and participatory events aimed at a wide audience.
The festival features the largest altar exhibition in San Antonio. Ofrendas (altars) will be arranged by community groups and artists throughout the park as part of the exhibition. Decorative skulls and a range of folk-art displays will accompany the altars, reinforcing the cultural and memorial purpose of the festival.
Processions, special tributes and schedule highlights
The first procession will take place at 7 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, and the second at 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 26. These processions provide structured, communal opportunities for remembrance and public participation. Festival hours for Saturday and Sunday will be from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and noon to 9 p.m., respectively.
The evening celebration on Friday, October 24, is dedicated to late conjunto legend Flaco Jiménez, who passed away earlier this summer. A musical tribute to Jiménez is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. on Friday, featuring artists like Ruben Ramos, Rick Treviño, Jesse Borrego, David Hidalgo, and others. Max Baca and Los Texmaniacs will serve as the house band for the tribute concert. Additional tributes are included across the weekend. Additional tributes will honor San Antonio arts educator Mary Cantu and late Tejano icons Laura Canales, Lydia Mendoza, and Selena Quintanilla-Perez.
Performers, location and how to find the schedule
Scheduled performers for Saturday and Sunday include Piñata Protest, Kings del Wepa, Llamativa, Los Juanos, Nick Gaitán, The Tiarras, and others. A full schedule of performances is available online. Set to take place at Hemisfair Park, located at 630 Nueva St. The event can be viewed on the official website: muertosfest.com.
Related citywide Día de los Muertos events
The San Antonio official Día de los Muertos celebration extends beyond Hemisfair with parades, rooftop parties and neighborhood events planned across the city. The San Antonio official Día de los Muertos celebration will also feature a giant Catrina statue, folk art, live music, and decorative skulls.
The 7th annual Day of the Dead River Parade will take place on October 24 at La Villita, 418 Villita St. Kimpton Santo’s Tenfold Rooftop will host a Día de los Muertos-inspired after-party on October 24-25, from 8 p.m. to midnight. The InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk will offer a viewing party for the river parade, including food, drinks, and live entertainment on October 24.
The Las Monas Cultural Dance Procession will occur from 1 to 2 p.m. on October 25-26 at the Historic Market Square. In addition, Pullman Market will celebrate with a four-day event including contests and DJ sets from October 30 to November 2.
Spirit Season showcases a citywide celebration that runs from October 3 to November 14. Major events include “Altares y Ofrendas”, the Calaverita Run 5K, and traditional activities at various locations throughout the city. A sacred seasonal element is also included; A sacred symbol of Día de los Muertos, the annual migration of monarch butterflies, coincides with Spirit Season and will be celebrated at the Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival on October 18.
Practical information
Hemisfair Park is centrally located at 630 Nueva St., with festival grounds arranged for altars, stages, food options and family areas. Attendees should plan for evening processions and long program days Saturday and Sunday. A complete performance schedule and visitor details are posted at muertosfest.com.
Background
Muertos Fest has grown since its founding into a major local observance of Día de los Muertos, blending public art, musical programming, and community altars. For residents and visitors, the festival forms a key element of San Antonio’s broader Spirit Season and the city’s cultural calendar each October and early November.
Key features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name | Muertos Fest |
| Dates | October 24-26 |
| Edition | 13th |
| Cost | Free |
| Location | Hemisfair Park, 630 Nueva St. |
| Main highlights | Largest altar exhibition in San Antonio; live music all three nights; two processions |
| Website | muertosfest.com |
Timeline of related events
| Date / Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| October 18 | Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival | Scheduled / Event information |
| October 24 | Muertos Fest opens; evening celebration dedicated to Flaco Jiménez; Day of the Dead River Parade at La Villita | Scheduled / Event information |
| October 24-25, 8 p.m.–midnight | Kimpton Santo’s Tenfold Rooftop after-party | Scheduled / Event information |
| October 25, 7 p.m. | First Muertos Fest procession | Scheduled / Event information |
| October 25–26, 1–2 p.m. | Las Monas Cultural Dance Procession | Scheduled / Event information |
| October 26, 3 p.m. | Second Muertos Fest procession | Scheduled / Event information |
| October 30 – November 2 | Pullman Market four-day celebration | Scheduled / Event information |
| October 3 – November 14 | Spirit Season | Scheduled / Event information |
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Muertos Fest?
Muertos Fest is returning to Hemisfair Park this month from October 24-26.
Which edition is this year’s Muertos Fest?
This year marks the 13th edition of Muertos Fest.
Is there an admission fee?
The event is free and will kick off the Día de los Muertos celebrations.
What kinds of activities are included?
Event activities include face painting booths, a children’s stage, and two processions.
When are the processions?
The first procession will take place at 7 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, and the second at 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 26.
Is there a tribute planned?
The evening celebration on Friday, October 24, is dedicated to late conjunto legend Flaco Jiménez, who passed away earlier this summer.
What time does the tribute concert start and who performs?
A musical tribute to Jiménez is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. on Friday, featuring artists like Ruben Ramos, Rick Treviño, Jesse Borrego, David Hidalgo, and others.
Who will be the house band for the tribute?
Max Baca and Los Texmaniacs will serve as the house band for the tribute concert.
Who else is being honored?
Additional tributes will honor San Antonio arts educator Mary Cantu and late Tejano icons Laura Canales, Lydia Mendoza, and Selena Quintanilla-Perez.
What are festival hours?
Festival hours for Saturday and Sunday will be from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and noon to 9 p.m., respectively.
Which performers are scheduled?
Scheduled performers for Saturday and Sunday include Piñata Protest, Kings del Wepa, Llamativa, Los Juanos, Nick Gaitán, The Tiarras, and others.
Where is the festival located?
Set to take place at Hemisfair Park, located at 630 Nueva St.
Where can I find more information and the performance schedule?
A full schedule of performances is available online. The event can be viewed on the official website: muertosfest.com.
What other city events are part of Spirit Season?
Spirit Season showcases a citywide celebration that runs from October 3 to November 14.
When is the River Parade and where?
The 7th annual Day of the Dead River Parade will take place on October 24 at La Villita, 418 Villita St.
Are there related parties or viewing events?
Kimpton Santo’s Tenfold Rooftop will host a Día de los Muertos-inspired after-party on October 24-25, from 8 p.m. to midnight. The InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk will offer a viewing party for the river parade, including food, drinks, and live entertainment on October 24.
When is the Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival?
A sacred symbol of Día de los Muertos, the annual migration of monarch butterflies, coincides with Spirit Season and will be celebrated at the Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival on October 18.
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Additional Resources
- Muertos Fest 2025 Announcement
- Wikipedia: Día de los Muertos
- Paul McCartney Concert at Día de los Muertos
- Google Search: Día de los Muertos San Antonio
- San Antonio Day of the Dead
- Google Scholar: Día de los Muertos
- Express News: Muertos Fest Day of the Dead
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Día de los Muertos
- San Antonio Declares October Spirit Season
- Google News: Día de los Muertos San Antonio
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