It may be called the Day of the Dead, however the parades and festivals surrounding this Mexican holiday truly bring the city to life. Día de Muertos is celebrated throughout the world, but you’d be hard-pressed to find a better place to participate than San Antonio, which stages events bigger and better than any city in Texas—and, likely, in the entire US. Beginning today and going through November 7, the city celebrates 'days' of the Dead with parades, festivals, cultural events, and more. If you’re around this evening, head to the Riverwalk for an illuminating boat parade that lights the night or if you’re planning a trip here in a few weeks you can catch the 47th Annual Altares y Ofrendas, one of the city’s longest-standing Día de los Muertos celebrations complete with gallery tours and elaborate and heartfelt altars designed by local artists. Will you be celebrating this year? For a full guide to the festivities and other recommendations for places to see, eat, and stay around t...