Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican tradition celebrating and honoring deceased loved ones. Held on November 1st and 2nd, it combines indigenous beliefs with Spanish Catholic influences. Families create colorful altars with photographs, favorite foods, marigold flowers, and personal mementos to invite spirits back for a reunion. The celebration emphasizes remembrance, joy, and honoring memory rather than mourning. It includes vibrant festivities, music, and offerings, reflecting a joyful view of death as a natural part of life and a continuum of connection with ancestors.