Dia de los Muertos Festival

Related Organization: The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

Dia de los Muertos Festival
14th Annual Day of the Dead Festival 
Sunday, Nov. 3 | 10 am–4 pm
Free admission | Pre-registration encouraged
 
Enjoy vibrant folkloric dance performances, live music, artist demonstrations, special menus and activities.  See the collaborative altar display inspired by elements of Día de los Muertos parades. Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday that honors the spirits of loved ones who have passed on. 
 
Día de los Muertos Altar 
Oct. 21–Nov. 4
 
This year’s altar display is inspired by elements of Día de los Muertos parades including cartoneria style Calaca masks, flores de papel, and richly patterned sawdust rugs.  This collaborative project includes the Mattie Rhodes Cultural Art Center, the Consulate of Mexico in Kansas City, Guadalupe Centers High School Impact Academy, local artists, organizations, and students. Guests are invited to write remembrances on small papers provided.