Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead Celebration)
Día de los Muertos celebration at Houston Zoo on November 1-2, featuring glowing decorations, traditional ofrenda, craft activities, and special food offerings.
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- When
- Sunday, November 1, 2026
- Where
- Houston Zoo
- Tags
- community & culture · food & drink · kids & family · crafts
About
A special Día de los Muertos celebration at Houston Zoo on Sunday, November 1 from 9 AM to 9 PM and Monday, November 2 from 9 AM to 5 PM. The event features glowing decorations, festive photo opportunities, and a traditional ofrenda (altar) to honor animals no longer with us. Families can bring photos of cherished animals to add to the altar or create artwork at the craft station. La Catrina will be onsite Sunday from 9 AM to 12 PM and 1 PM to 5 PM. Special food offerings include Día de los Muertos tamales served fresh, hand-decorated sugar skull cookies, and Zoo Boo menu favorites like Devil's Kiss Burger and Oreo Double Twist Churro. The event is included with general admission and is free for members.
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