Dia De Los Muertos: La Fiesta

Dia de los Muertos: La Fiesta is back at Crossroads Hotel on November 2nd. This holiday, celebrated throughout Mexico and by people of Mexican heritage around the world, comes to the Crossroads to introduce history and cultural tradition to our neighborhood + provide a place of celebration for those who know it well. All are welcome, at no cost. 

In partnership with Mattie Rhodes Art Center & Gallery, Kansas City Museum, and Crossroads Hotel, this annual fiesta is one you can’t miss. Celebrate Día de los Muertos with lively folklórico dancing, a roaming mariachi, and live music from one of KC’s favorite Latin bands. Enjoy colorful sugar skull and alebrije puppetry by StoneLion Puppet Theater, complimentary face painting for adults, and grab a thoughtfully paired specialty cocktail and dishes made just for the night. While you roam, enjoy browsing the goods from Hispanic makers or make a thoughtful addition to the ofrenda – our altar covered top to bottom in marigolds to welcome back our community in spirit.

Did you know: Dia de los Muertos is a Mexican holiday celebrated throughout Mexico, in particular the Central and South regions, and by people of Mexican heritage elsewhere. The multi-day holiday involves family and friends gathering to pray for and remember friends and family members who have died, and helping support their spiritual journey. In Mexican culture, death is viewed as a natural part of the human cycle. Mexicans view it not as a day of sadness but as a day of celebration because their loved ones awake and celebrate with them.