Friday, Nov. 1 + Saturday, Nov. 2 marks Día de los Muertos (aka Day of the Dead), a holiday that remembers and honors the lives of loved ones who have died. It originated in Mexico, with roots tracing back 3,000 years to Aztec and pre-Aztec Indigenous peoples. To this day, it’s celebrated in communities with Mexican heritage and all over Latin America.
If you’re interested in commemorating the day, here’s a few celebrations happening around town:
Day of the Dead Open House, Friday, Nov. 1
RADIOLEX will be open to the public from 5-7 p.m. and encourages locals to bring photos of their loved ones to add to the altar. Light refreshments will be served.
Annual Día de Muertos Celebration, Friday, Nov. 1
Join the Living Arts + Sciences Center for a photograph display by Michael Andrews and a community-created Ofrenda while Artist in Residence August Castillo shows off his skills.
Day of the Dead Festival, Saturday, Nov. 2
Head to the Moondance Amphitheater from 5 to 9 p.m. to honor those who have died. There will be live music, an Ofrenda contest, food trucks, local vendors, and more. Don’t forget to dress as a Catrin or Catrina.
Day of the Dead at Lost Palm, Saturday, Nov. 2
From 1 to 4 p.m., the rooftop lounge will host two tattoo artists, food and drink specials, and face painting at this event. A portion of proceeds will be donated to Neighbors Immigration Clinic.
Día De Los Muertos Celebration, Saturday, Nov. 9
This celebration of life and death at Carbajal’s Garden Center in Lawrenceburg will include traditional dance, food, and live music. Attendees are encouraged to wear their best calavera makeup and attire.
Day of the Dead Take + Make, ongoing
Head to the Adult Information Desk at the Scott County Public Library in Georgetown through Sunday, Nov. 3 to pick up a Día de los Muertos kit. Each bag will have info about the observation, instructions to make paper flowers, and supplies to make one.
Day of the Dead alter, ongoing
Bring photos to the Lexington Public Library at Marksbury to help build an Ofrenda honoring deceased loved ones.
