During Día de Muertos, the tradition is to build private altars ("ofrendas") containing the favorite foods and beverages, as well as photos and memorabilia, of the departed.

Oct 15, 2025 · Day of the Dead, or Día de Muertos, is traditionally celebrated from November 1–2, and it’s a time when Mexicans and other Latin Americans come together to honor loved ones …

Sep 17, 2025 · Mexico is famous for its unique treatment of death – and, by extension, of life. Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) is an ancient, complex and deeply heartfelt celebration. During …

Nov 23, 2025 · It is typically observed on November 1 and 2. Though often compared to Halloween because of their proximity on the calendar, Día de Muertos is distinct in both origin …

Jun 1, 2025 · Día de Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is a vibrant and meaningful celebration that honors departed loved ones. It combines ancient Aztec traditions with Catholic elements, …

Oct 6, 2025 · Día de los Muertos is a vibrant Mexican holiday celebrated on November 1 and 2 to honor loved ones who have passed away. The celebration involves creating ofrendas, or …

Aug 14, 2025 · Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead in Mexico is one of the country’s most captivating and meaningful traditions, a celebration where life and death meet in color, …

Oct 30, 2018 · The Day of the Dead (el Día de los Muertos), is a Mexican holiday where families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives for a brief reunion that includes food, drink …

Oct 20, 2025 · Day of the Dead (or Dia de Muertos) is one of the most unique Mexican traditions, a vibrant and symbolic celebration of death. The Mexicans embrace death and believe that it’s …

The holiday celebrates death as an important part of life. Balcazar began celebrating Dia de los Muertos several years ago after growing up in Colombia, where it is not traditional. She …