Resthaven Funeral Home & Memorial Park (5740 W. 19th Street) has temporarily lifted some cemetery restrictions and has extended park hours in observation of Dia de los Muertos.

They've also prepared activities and celebrations for the sacred holiday.

From Resthaven:

Dia de los Muertos is happening at Resthaven with a special event Saturday Nov. 2nd!

We will be lifting most cemetery restrictions 7 days before and after November 2 to accommodate Dia de los Muertos decorations in the park. Please visit our Facebook page Resthaven Funeral Home & Memorial Park for more details. Park hours will be extended into the evening Oct. 31 thru Nov. 2 with additional lighting and security patrols to ensure guest safety.

Join us November 2nd from 1:00PM-3:00PM for a child friendly educational experience!

Enjoy entertainment by Folklorico Dancers Fiesta Del Sol and
pastries from Jiminez Bakery. Additional food will be available for purchase from TacosGTO, Mi Kocina, and Mariscos La Costenita.

Learn to make papel picado, paper flowers, decorate sugar skulls,
and paint alebrije! Have your face painted by Fiesta Loco Pinatas & Face Painting!

The first 100 guests will receive tickets to see Disney Pixar's COCO in our Abbey Chapel! COCO starts at 3:00PM. Bring framed photos of your ancestors for the ofrenda! We will provide the candles and popcorn! Guests must have a ticket to see the movie!

For more information, check out their Facebook Page. 

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