Houston Airports proudly joined the city’s 2024 Día de los Muertos Parade, bringing the warmth of Houston’s multicultural spirit to life in a celebration that honors heritage, memory and connection. As a beloved holiday deeply rooted in Mexican tradition, Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is observed on November 1 and 2, inviting families and friends to remember their departed loved ones through vibrant festivities. The streets of Houston came alive with colorful altars, intricate face paintings, music and dance—transforming Downtown Houston into a breathtaking homage to the cycle of life.

In partnership with the Houston Dynamo, Houston Airports brought an exciting addition to the event: Dynamo soccer players! The collaboration underscored how Houston Airports serves as a vital connector for travelers and the local community and its diverse cultural celebrations.

Jim Szczesniak, Director of Aviation for Houston Airports, was among the airport employees who accompanied the float on horseback, a uniquely Texan detail. 

“Houston Airports builds connections that go well beyond our terminals,” said Saba Abashawl, Chief External Affairs Officer for Houston Airports. “Being part of Houston’s Día de los Muertos celebration allows us to honor and uplift the cultural fabric of our city, celebrating the diversity that makes Houston truly unique and a primary gateway to Latin America.”

The parade, which started at 7 p.m. on Saturday, November 2, at Sam Houston Park, featured live performances, art installations and family activities, inviting guests to join in on the joyous remembrance. Houston artist Angel Quesada’s community ofrenda (altar) welcomed visitors to place photos or mementos of loved ones, symbolizing how memory lives on through shared experience.