Dia de Los Muertos

  • Preparations

    Preparations

    Families that have lost loved ones start preparing for Dia de Los Muertos by making an alter to honor the dead.
  • Flowers

    Flowers

    People go out to buy orange marigolds which are the most popular flower for Dia de Los Muertos.
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    Die de Los Muertos

  • Spirits

    Spirits

    At midnight on October 31 it is believed that the spirits of the dead children return to earth to celebrate with their families for 24 hours.
  • Day of the Dead Bread

    Day of the Dead Bread

    A very common food to buy for Dia de Los Muertos is the day of the dead bread called pan de muerto.
  • Spirits

    Spirits

    On November 2nd the spirits of the adults come down from heaven to join in on the festivisties that were made for them.
  • Cemetery

    Cemetery

    On November 2nd families go to the cemeteries where their loved ones are burried and decorate their gaves. This is followed by games, food, and other festivities.

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