Oklahoma City’s Festival de Vida y Muerte returns to Scissortail Park Sunday, Nov. 1, for its seventh annual celebration of Día de Muertos.
The free, family-friendly festival runs from noon to 8 p.m. and will feature live music, dance, art, food, community ofrendas and activities celebrating Mexican and Latino culture while honoring loved ones who have died.
More than 15,000 people attended the festival in 2025, making it one of Oklahoma City’s largest cultural celebrations.
This year’s festival will include community altar exhibitions, a Catrina costume contest, a Catrina and Alebrije Pet Parade, folkloric dance and musical performances, children’s activities, food trucks and El Mercado, featuring local artisans, clothing, pottery and other goods…