Dia de los Muertos Street Festival

The festival is held in Downtown Corpus Christi on Chaparral, Starr, Mesquite, Taylor, and Peoples Streets. See map below for more details:

Parking

Attendees are encouraged to use the free shuttle services or utilize rideshare options. Several adjacent streets are "No Parking" zones during the festival. 

Paid Downtown Parking is available in multiple areas downtown:

• Garage at Schatzel & Chaparral
• Lot at Mesquite & Lomax
• Lot at Water & Schatzel

Shuttles

FREE Park-N-Ride shuttles will be provided by Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority from 2:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m..

• From City Hall and County Courthouse parking lots - catch the bus on Leopard St.
• From the Sandollar Parking Lot at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi.

Drop off is in the center of the festival at the Dia de los Muertos Mural on Starr and Upper Broadway in Downtown Corpus Christi.

No, you don't need tickets for general entry to the festival. However, you do have the option to purchase tickets the the VIP party where you'll gain access to:

• 21+ VIP party and private patio with a great view of the main stage
• Three (3) complimentary drink tickets
• Two (2) taco plate tickets (2 tacos, 2 sides) catered by BUEN PROVECHO.
• Food service 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
• Unlimited trips to the H-E-B Nacho Bar from 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

VIP Party location: 623 N Chaparral St

There will be 25 local vendors serving food onsite ranging from tacos and nachos to hamburgers, pizza, and barbecue. Picnic tables are available in the parking lot by the Ritz Stage and in La Retama Park. Beer, seltzers, soft drinks, water, and lemonade may be purchased at festival bars. Outdoor bars will be accepting both cash and credit card payments. Please get in the appropriate line and have your ID ready.

Yes! The Walk of Remembrance Ofrenda Display is created by community members and youth groups and will be on display at The Ward Building. At center stage is an elaborate community ofrenda honoring deceased Coastal Bend residents and a tribute area where visitors may honor loved ones. 

The event also includes an Hecho a Mano Art Expo and kids’ activities in The Ward Building, art exhibitions, and demonstrations. Students from Texas A&M -Corpus Christi and Del Mar College demonstrate various art processes, display architectural designs, and perform at the event. 

K Space Contemporary hosts a fine art exhibition of thematic works, a Youth Art Exhibition and youth piñata contest for area K-12 groups called Extravagancia de Piñatas.

There will be live music on three different stages! Dance the night away to Latin-influenced rock & pop music, Mariachis, Ballet Folklorico and cultural dancers, youth performers, local DJs, and regional up-and-coming bands.

Yes, the festival is designed for all ages! There are kids' zones with face painting, crafts, and family-friendly entertainment, as well as cultural exhibits and performances suitable for everyone. Pets are allowed in outdoor areas but must be on a leash at all times. We encourage pet owners to ensure their pets are comfortable with large crowds and loud music.

Yes! Attendees are encouraged to wear traditional Día de los Muertos attire, including sugar skull (Catrina) makeup, floral headbands, and vibrant clothing. Show off your festive spirit, though it’s not mandatory!

Prohibited Items

• Ice Chests are prohibited by city ordinance and TABC licensing
• Alcoholic beverages (unless purchased and consumed on festival grounds)​

Alcoholic beverages may not be taken outside of the festival zone. Please dispose of them before you exit.