Day of the Dead
Day of the Dead Event PlanningDay of the Dead (or Dia de Los Muertos) is a Mexican holiday that commemorates family and friends who have passed away. It is held each year from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2. According to tradition, the gates of heaven open at midnight on Oct. 31. Spirits of deceased children (angelitos) reunite with their families for 24 hours. On Nov. 2, the spirits of adults return to earth to reunite with loved ones for one day.
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Preparing Your Ofrenda
The ofrenda, or altar, is a primary focal point for a Day of the Dead celebration. On the ofrenda, family members place special food items and mementos for the spirits of their loved ones.
Some of the items you'll find on an ofrenda include:
- An arch made of sugar cane
- Beverages, such as soda and hot chocolate
- Chocolate and other confections, such as the popular sugar skulls (see below)
- Foods, such as pan de muerto (an egg-based bread) and handmade tortillas
- Flowers, such as cock's comb and marigolds
- Fruit, such as apples, bananas, and oranges
- Votive candles and candlesticks
Ofrendas are often the most elaborate part of Day of the Dead decorations.
Sugar Skulls
Sugar skulls are hand-molded and decorated works of sugar and frosting. These skulls adorn ofrendas and await returning spirits of the deceased.
Floral Decor
Floral decorations adorn ofrendas throughout the Day of the Dead duration.
Memorial Scrapbooks
Creating a memorial scrapbook is one way you can honor loved ones who have died.
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