Vibrant ofrendas or altars decorated Market Square in memory of departed loved ones.
Día de los Muertos, celebrated across Latin America and the U.S., is said to commemorate when the souls of those who have passed return to the world of the living for brief moment. San Antonians celebrate the holiday with parades and plenty of ofrendas, or altars, to honor loved ones who have passed.
"I did not grow up celebrating Día de Los Muertos with an altar in my home. It wasn’t until I moved to San Antonio in 2016 that I decided to start building my own altar," she said."I didn’t realize what a deep and meaningful process it would be. I found myself laughing, crying, feeling so much nostalgia as I placed her favorite items on the altar."
The center advises those who are attending to bring lawn chairs to help enjoy the event. There will also be food and drinks for attendees to enjoy all while viewing some beautiful ofrendas, according to theirA Calavera Collection featuring 25 giant calaveras, or skulls, created by local artists have been placed all throughout the city.
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